ANIMAL welfare work carried out by local authorities in the North-west has been highlighted in a good practice guide published by the RSPCA.
The guide covers a wide range of animal welfare issues, including the enforcement of laws governing pet shops, zoos and stray animals.
An RSPCA spokeswoman said councils have a key role to play in caring for pets.
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