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Saturday, 5 September 2020

At least 19 pregnant dogs have been seized by UK customs this year, but the number could be much higher.


Carshalton and Wallington MP Elliot Colburn asked the government how many pregnant dogs are illegally imported.

However, records of pregnancy are only held when other non-compliances are found.

The Dogs Trust says puppy prices have never been higher than during lockdown.

They’ve rescued 12 heavily pregnant dogs since March, who gave birth to litters worth around £100,000.