Did you bring home a new puppy during the COVID-19 pandemic? The pandemic led to a worldwide increase in puppy purchasing, so if you did buy or adopt one at the time, you’re not alone.
Most of the puppies who found a new home during the pandemic are still enjoying happy lives with their humans full of the best dog toys and treats, but the increase in puppies bought did lead to welfare concerns for these dogs due to the potential for impulsive purchases and increased production of puppies from poorer welfare sources.
