Why do you need to bring dogs from abroad when we have so many of our own?

Why do you need to bring dogs from abroad when we have so many of our own?

This may have been the case in years gone by, but with the advent of the Microchip and Social Media, its become easier to identify a lost/ stolen dog and return it to its rightful owner.

In the last 2 years people have discovered that the cost of acquiring a pedigree puppy has risen suddenly. This is because of supply and demand.

The same can be said of rescue dogs. There is a shortage of rescue dogs and Rescues have started bringing them across from other countries.

Despite the cost of transporting the dog, the vet fees are lower and it makes economic sense to have the dog neutered, vaccinated and microchipped in the country of origin.

What about diseases?

Climate Change is bringing diseases to the United Kingdom that we find in hotter climates. Like most pet illnesses, all the diseases our Vets are unfamiliar with, have a cure or can be managed so a pet can live a great life.

In conclusion I attach the Dog's Trust Survey which highlights the shortage of rescue dogs in the UK.

Dogs Trust Stray Survey