Pet thieves could be jailed for up to five years under new UK law
by Yusra Abdulahi from World news | The Guardian on (#6Q79H)
Campaigners welcome new legislation, which they say will help stamp out trade in stolen animals
Pet campaigners have welcomed a law that came into force yesterday making the theft of a cat or taking or detaining a dog a criminal offence in the UK.
Under the Pet Abduction Act 2024, anyone found guilty of stealing a cat or dog could face up to five years in prison as well as a fine.
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