61. Dog Theft on the Rise: How DNA Forensics is Helping to Solve the Problem

Did you know that dog theft is on the rise in the United Kingdom? In fact, according to a recent study, the number of dog thefts has increased by nearly 30% in 2020 compared to the burglary crime rate! This is alarming news, especially since so many dogs are stolen for illegal purposes such as fighting or breeding. Thankfully, a new solution is helping to crack down on these crimes: DNA forensic services. In this week's podcast with David Hartshorne, Managing Director of DNA Protected, part of Cellmark Forensic Services, we discuss how forensics is used to decrease dog theft and keep our four-legged friends safe using Dog DNA Profiling.

https://www.dnaprotected.co.uk/

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