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A disturbing new
is emerging
that should be of concern to dog
. Criminal gangs are engaged in wide-scale dog
. In the UK it has turned into a lucrative but illicit
. A theft in the USA last week became global news as the dog
of pop singer Lady Gaga was shot in the
as thieves stole her two pet bulldogs. The UK is experiencing a sharp
in dog theft. Lockdowns due to coronavirus have led to a boom in pet sales as many people look for solace and
in animals. Sales of what are being dubbed "pandemic puppies" have skyrocketed. Unscrupulous
are now stealing dogs, often attacking their owners, and selling the canines for up to $9,000.
