Post by jenny on Feb 19, 2009 12:26:02 GMT
Just found this program on the RSPCA site, which goes out tonight on BBC1. I just know it will be upsetting to watch be will do non the less, I've posted in case anyone else was interested
Dark side of puppy trade exposed
19.02.09
The grim reality of unethical puppy trafficking will be exposed in BBC One's Rogue Traders tonight, which goes undercover with RSPCA officers to reveal the shocking truth behind this lucrative market.
The broadcast comes as new Consumer Direct figures reveal the number of complaints related to animal and pet purchases have almost doubled in two years.
In 2006, the government watchdog received 2,793 complaints, but by 2008 this had soared to 4,627.
Raising awareness of this unethical trade
The BBC One programme, on Thursday, 19 February at 8pm, comes after the launch of the RSPCA's puppy trafficking campaign in July last year, which aims to advise prospective buyers on what to look for when buying a puppy.
Mark Evans, the RSPCA's chief veterinary advisor, said: "Puppy trafficking is a despicable, profit-driven business. The RSPCA wants the public to destroy the puppy trafficking business by only buying from responsible and caring breeders. We hope this episode of Rogue Traders will raise awareness of this unethical trade."
If buying a puppy, do your homework
As well as confronting those accused of selling sick animals, the BBC's Rogue Traders will give an insight into the heartbreak of those who have been caught out by the shocking trade.
Mark added: "If you're planning to buy a puppy, do your homework. Make sure you know what to look for and what questions to ask. If something doesn't seem right, it probably isn't, so walk away. Never let your heart rule your head, no matter how tempting."
Watch Rogue Traders on Thursday, 19 February at 8pm on BBC One.
Dark side of puppy trade exposed
19.02.09
The grim reality of unethical puppy trafficking will be exposed in BBC One's Rogue Traders tonight, which goes undercover with RSPCA officers to reveal the shocking truth behind this lucrative market.
The broadcast comes as new Consumer Direct figures reveal the number of complaints related to animal and pet purchases have almost doubled in two years.
In 2006, the government watchdog received 2,793 complaints, but by 2008 this had soared to 4,627.
Raising awareness of this unethical trade
The BBC One programme, on Thursday, 19 February at 8pm, comes after the launch of the RSPCA's puppy trafficking campaign in July last year, which aims to advise prospective buyers on what to look for when buying a puppy.
Mark Evans, the RSPCA's chief veterinary advisor, said: "Puppy trafficking is a despicable, profit-driven business. The RSPCA wants the public to destroy the puppy trafficking business by only buying from responsible and caring breeders. We hope this episode of Rogue Traders will raise awareness of this unethical trade."
If buying a puppy, do your homework
As well as confronting those accused of selling sick animals, the BBC's Rogue Traders will give an insight into the heartbreak of those who have been caught out by the shocking trade.
Mark added: "If you're planning to buy a puppy, do your homework. Make sure you know what to look for and what questions to ask. If something doesn't seem right, it probably isn't, so walk away. Never let your heart rule your head, no matter how tempting."
Watch Rogue Traders on Thursday, 19 February at 8pm on BBC One.