Officials in Germany are defending their decision to seize a family's pet pug and sell it on Ebay to cover a debt.
This sale is prompting criticism on social media by those who feel the decision to take away the family's dog was heartless.
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The family in question had allegedly failed to pay its dog tax and other debts to the town.
The dog named Ella was sold online for 750 euros. That's about $854 in American money.