The tranquility of the La Moraña region in Ávila province has been shattered by the discovery of a rather shady business operating nationwide. The Civil Guard has managed to dismantle an organized structure dedicated to... illegal breeding and sale of dogsa network that not only deceived buyers, but also seriously endangered the lives of the animals.
The investigation, dubbed Operation 'Bibiache', began in late 2025, led by SEPRONA (the Spanish Civil Guard's Nature Protection Service). After months of surveillance and analysis of digital platforms, agents discovered that this group... He lured his victims through social media and websites, offering puppies that were supposedly in order but in reality lacked any kind of health guarantee.
A business based on deception and a lack of well-being
The modus operandi of this network was utterly despicable, as the animals were distributed throughout Spain without any legitimate documentation to prove their origin. In many cases, the Microchips were exchanged from one dog to another or they simply never got registered in the official databases. This left the new owners completely helpless when the first problems arose, which soon happened due to the poor conditions in which the animals were kept.
It has been confirmed that the puppies were subjected to extremely long road journeys when they were only a few months old, causing them immense stress. This lack of basic care led many of them to develop... serious illnesses following deliveryThis often led to a fatal outcome. Buyers were suddenly faced with astronomical veterinary bills or, worse, the death of their new pet within days of bringing it home.
The involvement of professionals and economic fraud
What has most caught the attention of investigators is that the network had the help of three veterinarians. These professionals allegedly facilitated the access to restricted medicines They allegedly concealed the puppies' status by illegally implanting microchips to create a false appearance of legality. During the searches, blank vaccination records and medical records were found, confirming that the entire operation was orchestrated to prevent the buyer from suspecting anything at first glance.
As for the amount of money these people were handling, the figures are staggering. Although payments totaling around €146.000 have been documented, the Civil Guard suspects that The total amount involved is in euros, if cash payments that have left no trace are taken into account. More than 600 people across the country have been affected, having made transfers to reserve their pets, believing they were dealing with a reputable and responsible breeder.
In addition to animal-related crimes, officers encountered other surprises during inspections in La Moraña. They found several They lacked the proper permits, violating CITES regulations. Furthermore, the facilities were illegally connected to the power grid, so he is also charged with electricity theft.
The case is now in the hands of the judicial authorities, and those involved are being investigated for a long list of crimes, including fraud, document forgery, animal abuse, and membership in a criminal organization. This operation highlights the importance of on the internet and always verify that the seller complies with all legal requirements before making any payment, since behind a pretty picture there may be a network of animal suffering and economic fraud.
