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Collected Item: “Covid: Concerns over 'dogfishing' and abandoned pets”

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Covid: Concerns over 'dogfishing' and abandoned pets

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news article

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With COVID-19 lockdowns, many people are seeking pets for company. Smugglers, however, are taking advantage of this by selling smuggled dogs for large amounts of money. There has also been an uptick in the number of dogs abandoned due to various reasons including financial struggle.

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dogs, pets, abandonment, smuggling

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https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-wales-54643823

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Chris Wood

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2020-10-24
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