Crooks are selling dogs reared in horrific circumstances.
Unsuspecting buyers are forking out thousands of pounds for designer breeds reared in horrific conditions by illegal traders whose only interest is making as much money as possible.
Laura Buchan, Procurator Fiscal for Specialist Casework, said: “We realise the popular attraction that many people have of buying a puppy as a Christmas present. “We would urge people to ensure they buy dogs from properly licensed breeders or from recognised outlets.” However, that increased interest led to a huge jump in the cost of puppies, many of them illegally imported from Ireland.
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