Keywords: Abandonment / Adoption

Sold a pup? Impact of purchasing practices, owner and dog demographics, and puppy early-life experiences on later canine health outcomes in the UK

Fiona C. Dale, Dan G. O’Neill, Claire L. Brand, Zoe Belshaw, Bree L. Merritt, Camilla L. Pegram, Rowena M. A. Packer

Published in 2026

Study showing that certain puppy breeding and purchasing practices, which are often illegal, are associated with a greater number of health problems in adulthood.

Document types: Scientific documents

Categories of animals: Scientific article

Keywords: Abandonment / Adoption, Regulations, Health / Medical Conditions

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