Puppy Farming In Ireland Set for Major Reform
Puppy farming in Ireland is set for a major reform of existing legislation.
The Dog Breeding Establishments Bill 2026 proposes new canine welfare standards, enforcement of standards on commercial canine breeding establishments, and stronger enforcement of the law on puppy farming.
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon, announced plans to introduce constructive reforms to Ireland’s dog breeding legislation, marking a step change in ensuring ethical breeding practices and in strengthening animal welfare standards for that sector nationwide.
The proposed reforms, set out in a draft General Scheme to amend the Dog Breeding Establishments Act 2010, will introduce robust new measures targeting breeding practices, sales regulations, and enforcement powers.
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