New Zealand

Northland rescue groups demand action over sale of week-old puppies

Animal rescuers in the Far North are calling for action against the sale of very young puppies, citing myths about desexing as a driver of unwanted dogs.

Skinny McBuntu

Rescue groups in Northland are raising concerns about the sale of one-week-old puppies. They say misconceptions about desexing are contributing to the problem of unwanted dogs in the region. The rescuers are pushing for intervention to address the issue.

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Northland rescue groups demand action over sale of 1-week-old puppies

Rescuers say desexing myths are fuelling unwanted dogs in the Far North.

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