Calling all dog lovers! Sign up to our TeamDogs newsletter for your weekly dose of dog news, pictures and stories A huge rise in the number of people looking to buy a puppy has caused asking prices to triple, according to new research.
An increased amount of free time and days spent at home has led households up and down the country to consider bringing a dog into their family.
However, vets are warning prospective owners of the hidden - and upfront - costs of dog ownership, and the commitment that comes with it, which will last beyond the pandemic.
Cocker Spaniels have become the most popular breed of dog purchased since the beginning of lockdown restrictions in the UK, the data from pet company Burgess Pet Care shows.
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