Break the cycle of demand for our pedigree chums
Something has been plaguing and fouling our streets alongside the pandemic. Dog puppies have become a sought-after pearl for greedy breeders and a target for criminals. We have a puppy snatching pandemic on our hands and it is not going to get any better. A flourishing furry boost has exploded into the pet community as lonely Brits crave companions to deal with their ever-increasing isolation and vulnerability. At first glance this seems like a good thing as more animals are finding homes. Now, having a dog makes you a target. There has been an estimated 250 per cent rise in dog thefts since March of last year.
Owners have had to change their habits. They can no longer trust leaving a dog tethered outside while they get the shopping. No longer post a picture of their pet on social media or leave a dog at home as they are easy pickings for thieves. In terrifying cases, owners have been attacked out in the street.
People have become so desperate for a dog that they will happily purchase them online neglecting to ask any diligent background questions.
The animal is no longer perceived as a thinking and feeling creature that belongs to a family, but as a hot commodity akin to the latest toy in the line up to Christmas. Being a dog owner, as well as being a welcome companion to many, has become to others a chance to proudly proclaim and strut that you have something that others do not, boasting and bragging that you have a breed which is impossible to procure. Dogs have become a fashionable must-have and a symbol of status enabling numerous trips outside during the first lockdown.
Popular breeds such as pugs, poodle crossbreeds, spaniels and bulldogs can be listed for more than £4,000 pounds.
So what is to be done? Simple. You can step firmly away from the dog fever.
There are plenty of other animals that need your love and affection. Some might not be as cuddly but they will give you no less affection than a dog would.
Let’s ease the demand from our pedigree chums and make room in our hearts for our other highly neglected pet pals that need a home.