CONVICTED (2021) | Jackson Dass and wife Wendy Dass (ages unknown) of 32 Harborough Road, Rushden NN10 0LP – sold dogs without a licence Husband and wife Jackson and Wendy Dass were selling dogs without a licence. Jackson and Wendy Dass were disqualified from dealing in dogs (both selling and breeding) for three years after being convicted of illegal breeding. The pair, who were prosecuted by North Northamptonshire Council under licensing laws, appear to specialise in pugs. They used online outlets such as Facebook to sell to the public. It isn’t known whether they breed and sell their own dogs or whether they are ‘middlemen’ for puppy farms. Emma Matthews, licensing compliance officer for North Northamptonshire Council, said: “We are determined that the local area will not be used for illegal activities around dog breeding and as a qualified inspector, it is my responsibility to ensure that people who require a licence obtain one, those that have a licence comply with their licence conditions and those who don’t engage are dealt with appropriately. “This is the second case which I have worked on in recent years that has been brought to the courts, and the second which has resulted in a conviction. “The new legislation in October 2018 made it very clear that commercial breeding of dogs requires a licence and that animal welfare will be paramount. “We will continue to work hard to prevent illegal dog sales, whilst also protecting animals in the area.” Sentencing: fined £369 and £646 respectively plus victim surcharge. Ordered to pay £1,000 each towards costs. Banned from dealing in dogs for three years (expired April 2024). Northamptonshire Telegraph