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December 21, 2005

Immigration Crisis Gone to the Dogs

"Puppy smugglers continue flooding the market with animals from Mexico, many of which die or pose health hazards to unsuspecting buyers, according to a recent survey. Animal welfare agency inspectors found 517 puppies, many concealed in vehicles and destined for swap meets across Southern California, during the two-week survey earlier this month at the San Ysidro and Otay Mesa ports of entry," the LA Times reports. "The survey by the Border Puppy Task Force, a consortium of California animal welfare organizations, was conducted to raise awareness amid a huge demand for cute small dog breeds. State law requires retailers to provide documentation of age and medical history of puppies, but the market for the Mexican puppies is largely unregulated."