Smuggled dogs on the up

31st July 2010

The dogs are put down if found

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The number of pedigree dogs being smuggled from Poland into Sweden is on the increase say authorities.

Last year, the Customs Office in Blekinge reported 18 attempts to smuggle in the pets, compared to 44 attempts in the first half of 2010 alone.

If discovered by officials, the animals are put to sleep over fears of diseases due to a lack of proper certificates.

Swedish Customs authorities say the most commonly found are Chihuahuas and French Bulldogs, two of the country’s most popular breeds. One pedigree dog may fetch up to several times more than if sold on Polish soil. ...

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