Back to responsible breeding policy!!

The Foundation for the Welfare of Dogs wants to move away from the current breeding ban on short-snouted breeds and return to responsible breeding policy. The underlying research — which forms the basis for the breeding ban — has faced significant international criticism. No other country supports the Dutch approach to the ban. The foundation advocates for a fair, scientifically grounded debate to truly improve the welfare of these dogs.

The current approach and its potential consequences

A well-regulated breeding program leads to more sustainable improvements, whereas a forced breeding ban encourages an illegal market. This, in turn, poses serious risks to the welfare of the animals. Current — and potentially future — Dutch policy regarding short-snouted dogs must be based on internationally recognized scientific standards. At present, this is not the case.

Time for a campaign

With the campaign “Back to Responsible Breeding Policy!”, the Foundation for the Welfare of Dogs calls on the government to take a more critical look at the current breeding ban. The foundation aims to encourage policymakers and the public to look beyond measures based on one-sided scientific evidence and to genuinely contribute to the welfare of short-snouted dogs.