January Focus - Spotlight On .... A Dog Is for Life
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Dog shelters are issuing warnings as a 'record number' of dogs are rehomed post-Christmas. Pets, often gifted during the festive season, lead to a surge in rehoming by summer as puppies grow.
Animal charities caution against gifting pets due to the lifelong commitment required. Yet, many are expected to gift puppies, especially Labrador Retrievers, the UK's favourite breed per Statista.
Amidst the cost of living crisis, shelters highlight the long-term costs of pet ownership, averaging around £2,000 annually for dogs.
