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China celebrity dog stolen, sold for US$25 and eaten; owner sues, stymied by weak pet laws
A celebrity Border Collie named Chutou, owned by travel influencer Guo from Henan province, was stolen, sold for US$25, and slaughtered. The owner is seeking legal action but faces challenges due to weak pet protection laws in China.
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