Ten puppies seized by Turkish security forces while they were trying to be smuggled in the western province of Edirne will be sold in an auction in January, state-run Anadolu Agency reported on Dec. 22.
The Chow Chow, Chinese Shar-Peis, Saint Bernard, and Caucasian Shepherd type puppies were seized at different times.
The auction will be done by the Edirne Liquidation Authority, with starting prices ranging from 1,400 Turkish Liras ($367) to 2,100 liras ($550) - depending on the breed of the dog.
The potential buyers can see the puppies at a vehicle repair shop in Edirne, a place designated to provide shelter for the dogs.
Edirne has seen many incidents of dog smuggling attempts from Bulgaria, where dogs are reported to be sold at cheaper prices.
