Public urged to buy pets from reputable sources

New rules mean all commercial dog imports from Romania into Great Britain to undergo mandatory pre-import testing

Corporate report: Defra digital sustainability strategy 2025 to 2030

The strategy sets out Defra group’s vision to minimise the environmental, economic and social impact of its ICT operations.

Brucella canis: testing dogs before import

From 7 October 2025, dogs commercially imported from Romania must have a negative Brucella canis test result. Find out how to send samples to Great Britain for testing.

Imports, exports and EU trade of animals and animal products: topical issues

Current issues relating to imports and exports of animals and animal products.

Form: Pigs: diagnostic test submission form

Submit samples from pigs for diagnostic testing or a post-mortem examination by the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA).