Puppy Mills

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What Is a Puppy Mill?
A puppy mill is a “factory farm” for dogs. Even though more and more Americans are taking a stand against them, the U.S....Read More
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States with Humane Pet Sales Laws
Humane pet sales laws are an effective way to put the squeeze on commercial breeding operations....Read More
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Stop Puppy Mills: 16 Things You Can Do
Adopt your next pet....Read More
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Combating Puppy and Kitten Mills with Legislation
For every commercially bred puppy or kitten purchased from a breeder or retailer, there is a pet in a shelter, waiting for a home....Read More
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Pet Store Dog Adoptions: List of Stores
As awareness of the connection between puppy mills and puppies sold for profit continues to grow, pet stores across the country are changing the way they do business....Read More
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Scientific Studies of Puppy Mill Dogs and Puppies
Background Commercial breeding establishments, or puppy mills, are large-scale facilities where dogs are confined in small enclosures for their entire reproductiv...Read More
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Peaceful Pet Store Protest: Raise Awareness to Stop Retail Puppy Mill Sales
Learn how to organize a peaceful and effective pet store demonstration in this action kit, which includes information on planning, setting goals, building a support base an...Read More
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Pet Store Puppies: Why You Shouldn't Rescue One
Because it’s sad to see pet store puppies in cages, many people want to “rescue” them by buying them....Read More
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Why Adopt a Pet Instead of Buy?
Adopt instead of buy If you’re considering adding a new pet to the family, we urge you to adopt instead of buy a pet from an online retailer or pet store....Read More
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Understanding and Caring for Rescued Hoarded Dogs
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