Over 30 dogs worth an estimated €120,000 were seized by gardai in north Dublin yesterday.
The pooches, which are believed to have been stolen, were found after officers conducted a number of searches due to "unusual activity" in Stockhole, Cloghran, Swords around 1pm.
A total of 32 dogs including three Chihuahuas, four Pugs, one Jack Russell, and 24 Dachshunds were found.
All dogs are currently at the Ashtown Pound where they are being cared for and owners will be verified via microchips.
A garda spokeswoman said: “Gardaí received a call in relation to unusual activity in the area and as a result of further enquiries at the location, Gardaí sought a Section 48 search warrant which was executed by a number of Gardaí attached to Swords and Malahide Garda stations.
"Two Dog Wardens assisted Gardaí in the search.”
