Owner of Herts dog daycare accused of breaching Animal Welfare Act

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        September 18, 2026

Owner of Herts dog daycare accused of breaching Animal Welfare Act

Good Morning St Albans — 2026-09-18

The owner of a dog daycare centre in Kings Langley will appear in court having been accused of two offences under the Animal Welfare Act 2006.
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Owner of Herts dog daycare accused of breaching Animal Welfare Act
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Homeware giant sets date for opening of new St Albans store
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St Albans and Radlett restaurants named finalists in 2026 UK Curry Oscars
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HATCH and Smallford Farm Shop could be forced to close
• Two of St Albans’ much-loved businesses are at risk of closure after being landed with massive backdated rates bills.
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