An investigation has been launched after 17 dogs were seized in Co. Wexford last night.
The animals were discovered at Rosslare Europort when a search was carried out an Irish registered transporter.
It was booked to board the ferry to Fishguard, Wales.
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All dogs were transferred into the care of the WSPCA and the Wexford Dog Warden.
Gardaí said that investigations are ongoing.