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The rise of international pet smuggling

More than 400 smuggled pets were discovered in a raid in Barcelona last Wednesday. With there being several high-profile seizures in Ireland over the past few years. How much of a problem is pet smuggling in Ireland and how do we contribute to the cruel practice ? We discuss this with Gillian Bird Head of Education and Media at the DSPCA.

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08.30 23 Oct 2023


The rise of international pet smuggling


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08.30 23 Oct 2023


More than 400 smuggled pets were discovered in a raid in Barcelona last Wednesday. With there being several high-profile seizures in Ireland over the past few years. How much of a problem is pet smuggling in Ireland and how do we contribute to the cruel practice ?

We discuss this with Gillian Bird Head of Education and Media at the DSPCA.


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