The animal adoption rates are on the rise in the entire country. During the lockdown, many people decided to adopt or buy a pet. But, it’s important to know that the pandemic won’t last forever. So, before adopting you should think about how a pet will affect your life after the pandemic.
Before that, you should also think about purchasing a furry companion from a licensed breeder. Recently, many sick puppies were sold at a motorway service station and animal charities decided to launch an investigation.
The RSPCA and Animal Protection Services (APS) received many reports that people are selling unwell dogs at the Maidstone services at Junction 8 on the M20.
A spokesperson for RSPCA confirmed that they are investigating the reports but can’t reveal any details about the ongoing investigation.
Many animal lovers are frustrated and demand information about this case. However, animal charities can’t discuss any complaints about specific people and what action will be taken. Releasing information about an ongoing investigation is a crime and the charities may be fined.
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Since the coronavirus crisis occurred, many scammers decided it’s the best time to illegally sell puppies, the Kennel Club confirmed.
Many people adopted or bought a pet during the pandemic. This made the Kennel Club very concerned because pet owners don’t do their homework, which means they are vulnerable to being scammed by rogue breeders and online frauds.
An APS spokesman pointed out to the new laws about animal welfare. This means that anyone who wants to acquire a canine companion has to do it through registered channels.
If you or anyone you know has recently bought an unwell dog, you should get in touch with APS and support their investigation into selling sick puppies.
According to new landmark legislation which was introduced in April, whoever wants to bring a pet into their home has to adopt the animal from a rescue center or buy it directly from a breeder.
If you have any important information about puppy sales at Maidstone services, you should call the RSPCA on 0300 1234 999.
