Germany Proposes Legislation to Ban Breeding of Dogs with Skeletal Anomalies

The draft law aims to combat 'torture breeding,' potentially impacting beloved breeds like the dachshund.

A new draft law under consideration in Germany seeks to prohibit the breeding of dogs with 'skeletal anomalies,' including the dachshund.
The proposed legislation is part of the Animal Protection Act, aimed at strengthening laws against 'torture breeding.'
The German Kennel Club has launched a petition opposing the draft law, which has already garnered over 15,000 signatures.
Critics argue that the law could lead to the end of many healthy dog breeds in Germany by leaving too much room for interpretation.
Germany's agriculture ministry clarifies that the law aims to protect animals from pain and suffering, not to ban specific breeds.