By criminalising pet theft, the UK government wants to recognise that it is a serious crime, that animals are more than mere property, and that the law should protect their welfare.
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Pet theft: criminalisation isn’t the animal welfare boon the government promises
The UK government announced plans to criminalise pet theft, which has grown during the pandemic as more people bring companion animals into their homes. This law will undoubtedly offer greater protection to pet theft victims. It will ensure that they have additional rights to compensate for the emotional distress of losing a companion animal that may have been considered a member of their family.
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