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Animal Law Order of June 19, 2025: 5 Rules That Transform Dog & Cat Breeding!

On 2025-10-05

In Pet News

ANIMAL LAW DECREE OF JUNE 19, 2025: 5 RULES TRANSFORMING CANINE AND FELINE BREEDING

 

With this new animal law regulation, dog and cat breeding is undergoing a major transformation. The decree of June 19, 2025, came into force to establish new health and animal protection rules, with a text that marks a turning point, targeting exploitation and increasing transparency.

Whether you are a dog breeder, cat breeder, future adopter of a pet, or simply a pet enthusiast, here are the 5 major changes you absolutely must know about.

 

1. Mandatory clinical examination for senior breeding animals:

The law establishes increased monitoring of older breeding animals to prevent exhaustion and health risks.

_ New rule: A veterinary clinical examination is now mandatory for all female dogs over 8 years old and all female cats over 6 years old before breeding.

_ Objective: To ensure the animal's physical fitness for pregnancy and whelping. For future adopters, this guarantees that the mother was raised in respectful conditions.

 

2. End of exploitation, limitation of cesarean sections:

Strong measures are being taken to protect breeding animals from repeated surgical procedures.

_ New rule: It is now prohibited to breed a female dog or cat that has undergone three cesarean sections during its lifetime.

_ Objective: To put an end to the abusive exploitation of breeding animals whose health is compromised by excessively frequent surgeries.

 

3. Sterilization of retired breeding animals:

The transfer of retired breeding animals is strictly regulated to prevent their illegal reuse.

_ New rule: Any retired dog or cat transferred to a private individual must be sterilized before leaving.

_ Objective: To combat trafficking and prevent these animals from being resold for undeclared breeding purposes, often in poor conditions.

 

4. Systematic presentation of the mother for adoption:

Transparency is essential when acquiring a puppy or kitten.

_ New rule: The dog breeder or cat breeder must present the mother to the prospective adopter when transferring the animal.

_ Objective: To allow the adopter to check the living conditions of the litter and to ensure the health and behavior of the mother, a key indicator for the animal's future.

 

5. Strengthened standards of ownership and traceability:

The decree of June 19, 2025, updates the hygiene and safety standards for breeding establishments.

_ New rule: Dog breeders and cat breeders must comply with new requirements regarding health records, self-inspections, waste management, and fire-fighting systems.

_ Objective: To improve hygiene, safety, and health traceability across the entire breeding operation.

 

 

In summary, the decree of June 19, 2025, is excellent news for animal protection. It empowers professionals and provides more guarantees for future adopters.

At ServicesPourAnimaux, we encourage responsible adoptions and are committed to listing dog and cat breeders who adhere to a quality approach and scrupulously comply with these new regulations.

 

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