EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – Did you know that for centuries, children with special needs have been marginalized or “hidden away” due to their disabilities? That’s why KTSM is partnering up with the El Paso Del Norte Children’s Development Center to raise awareness within the community. KTSM will have doctors standing by to answer all […]
PHOENIX â Nationwide lockdowns in the past year have driven demand for companionship from manâs best friend during the pandemic, and shelters across the country have seen spikes in dog adoptions and fosters. But some pricey and popular canines are being ripped away from their intended forever homes and sold to unsuspecting buyers.
Itâs known as dog-flipping, a phenomenon that drew widespread attention after pop star Lady Gagaâs dog walker was shot and wounded and her two French bulldogs were stolen in February, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. The dogs were returned after the performer offered $500,000 as a reward, and the investigation continues into whether thieves targeted Gaga or just her valuable Frenchies.
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April 8, 2021
French bulldogs are a pricey breed, as are terriers and poodles. Adopt-a-Pet.com recently warned pet-seekers that dogs are being stolen to meet the demand during the pandemic. (Photo by Geo Chierchia/Unsplash)
Phoenix police say 155 pets were reported stolen in 2020, up from 137 the previous year. With demand for dogs rising during the pandemic, many thieves are snatching dogs and selling them to unsuspecting buyers. (Photo by Shannon Richards/Unsplash)
PHOENIX – Nationwide lockdowns in the past year have driven demand for companionship from man’s best friend during the pandemic, and shelters across the country have seen spikes in dog adoptions and fosters. But some pricey and popular canines are being ripped away from their intended forever homes and sold to unsuspecting buyers.