The Dogs Trust said people should be aware of the risks of buying dogs via online adverts.
7.
We might be in the midst of a pandemic, but these devious sellers will still use every trick in the book to scam unsuspecting dog lovers.
8.
The three Maltese, two Havanese and one bichon frise pups, aged around 11 weeks old, were found in an appalling condition and suffering from diarrhoea.
9.
All had to be shaved to get rid of the oil and are now in the Dogs Trusts care and will be rehomed responsibly when they are fit and able.
10.
The charity has also saved 12 heavily pregnant mothers, who have given birth to 53 puppies worth around an additional 100,000 to cruel smugglers.
11.
The charity is asking the nation to consider whether now really is the right time to be getting a dog and, if it is, to make sure they are sourcing their puppy responsibly without falling victim to illegal puppy smugglers.