Collared Dove import advice

[Chris Sanderson <>]

> I'm slightly surprised at the approach being taken by DEH - I thought they
> usually treated this kind of importation as a 'special circumstance', rather
> than a change to 'approved list'

Not really sure how this all works, but I do know that lawyers love
the word "precedent".  One bird, family pet, it sounds innocent
enough, but could easily be used as an excuse for others to try the
same deal with less innocent intentions.  What about diseases and
fungi etc that could be carried into the country?  Can't we offer them
a Peaceful Dove to love and care for when they get here?

Regards,
Chris
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