Whose responsibility is it anyway - the reality/complexity of dog, cat and horse ownership

Presented by Susan Canninghan; Liz Mullineaux; Malcolm Morley; Claire Calder
Modern pet ownership is more complex than ever, with responsibilities shared and sometimes blurred between owners, vets, breeders, behaviourists, welfare organisations and policymakers. This panel will unpack the real‑world challenges behind caring for dogs, cats and horses, exploring where responsibilities lie, why expectations often clash with reality and how we can work together to support better welfare outcomes.
Presented at BVA Live 2026 in Business, Careers & Debates Theatre on 11 June 2026, from 15:15 to 16:05.