Posted on 12/21/2005 5:35:50 AM PST by DumpsterDiver
SAN YSIDRO, Calif. — Puppy smugglers continue flooding the market with animals from Mexico, many of which die or pose health hazards to unsuspecting buyers, according to a recent survey. Animal welfare agency inspectors found 517 puppies, many concealed in vehicles and destined for swap meets across Southern California, during the two-week survey earlier this month at the San Ysidro and Otay Mesa ports of entry.
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To get them across the border, smugglers often stuff the dogs in packing crates or hide them in spare-tire wheel wells. The puppies are heard whimpering inside trunks or underneath seats. When bringing puppies into the country, people must present proof of ownership, typically veterinary records. But the documents are often fraudulent, officials say.
In egregious cases, smugglers are cited and fined.
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I was blessed to have an excellent accupuncturist and it really helped Sparky his last 2 years when he had problems with his hips!
He lived to be 15 and was a very large dog for his breed. And he was the runt of the litter mind you!!
WOW What a bundle of joy!
People are nuts you say? Isn't that like...obvious??? LOL
susie
Yeah, I have goldens and spinone, both are prone (as are all large breeds, and even some smaller ones). In goldens, tho, one needs to test for eye conditions, a genetic heart defect (SAS), thyroid, hips and elbows and who knows what will come up tomorrow!
susie
Are those Bostons?
Nope. They are English Springer Spaniels. Lots of fun!
See #31!!!
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