PETITIONOpenPetition · petition.parliament.uk
Introduce mandatory neutering of non-breeding cats
Introduce legislation requiring neutering of non-breeding domestic cats, with exemptions for licensed breeders and cats with certified medical reasons.
Last fetched 03 May 2026 · petition.parliament.uk
Signatures
256
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Government response threshold (10,000) · 256/10,000
Debate threshold (100,000) · 256/100,000
Background
Uncontrolled breeding contributes to growing feral cat populations, overcrowded rescue centres and unnecessary animal suffering. Mandatory neutering of non-breeding cats could improve animal welfare, reduce abandonment and support responsible pet ownership.