Nine puppies discovered in trunk: police raise the alarm in Hanover!

Nine puppies discovered in trunk: police raise the alarm in Hanover!

Hannover, Deutschland - When the police are confronted with a terrifying find on the A2 near Wunstorf, this is thoughtful. On June 24, 2025, nine puppies discovered nine puppies in the trunk of a car. The small animals that come from Moldova were housed in three boxes, without water and at high temperatures - an absolutely unacceptable condition for the four -legged passengers. According to animal welfare concerns and due to the lack of proper papers, the puppies were immediately brought to an animal shelter. This was done as part of a comprehensive control campaign in which a total of 176 vehicles were checked - a clear indication of the need for such measures against the illegal practices in animal trade. The police also took up the drivers' identities and mentioned that a truck driver was stopped under the influence of strong pain relievers and antidepressants. Stressful times for animal shelters!

Would someone have known that there is such a questionable business behind the sweet puppy view? The illegal trade in pets still blooms, and the German animal welfare association speaks of 292 known cases in 2022, which affected at least 1230 animals. Almost all animals were confiscated and the animal shelters fight with this enormous challenge. It is particularly criticized that most animals that are transported illegally are often too young and healthy - a threat to the animals and also a risk for the new owners. The Animal Welfare Association therefore urgently calls for legal measures to regulate internet trading with animals to ensure the mediation of healthy and viable pets.

The dark side of puppy trade

according to four paws in 2023 803 dogs were confiscated from illegal conditions. However, a high number of unreported cases is assumed. The demand for certain dog breeds, such as Labrador or French Bulldogge, feeds the criminal business, and many buyers fall on the tricks of the dealers: inside. These benefit from anonymous sales platforms on the Internet, where too young and sick animals are offered.

This concern is not unfounded because illegal trade remains a lucrative business. A puppy can be offered on the Internet for up to 3,000 euros to maximize the profit margin. This means that animal shelters and catchment stations are in a constant fight against overcrowding and financial burdens. The accommodation of confiscated animals is often not sufficiently reimbursed what makes the situation even more difficult, and many institutions have reached their load limit due to increasing costs for feed and veterinary services.

A call to action

If you observe the reports about illegal puppy dealers, it becomes clear that it is high time to take responsibility. The demands are clear. The German Animal Welfare Association and other organizations are committed to a Europe -wide mandatory labeling and registration of dogs and cats and a complete regulation of trade. The protection of our four -legged friends lies in the hand of each of us - be it through informed decisions when buying or engagement in animal welfare. The market does not become cleaner by itself; We have to become active ourselves.

It remains to be hoped that such incidents as that on the A2 are not only perceived as individual cases, but also offer a food for thought. Our animals deserve a better life!