The Times' investigation highlighted the complexity and opacity of dog importation in California, revealing a staggering 88,000 dogs approved to travel into the state since 2018.
Through meticulous examination of nearly 60,000 veterinary certificates, The Times uncovered disparities in record-keeping practices across states, with some relying on physical paperwork while others utilized digital systems.
The analysis also showcased the challenges of tracking where dogs ended up, especially when travel certificates contained falsified addresses, leading reporters to utilize pet microchip databases and court records.
While some states were cooperative, many others treated their dog export records as confidential, illustrating a broader issue of transparency in animal transportation regulation.
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