A change proposed to the Animal Welfare Act will affect dog breeders who sell via the internet. Breeders who own more than 4 intact bitches would be required to open their breeding facilities, which in many cases is a person's home, to the public or to USDA inspectors. Do you think this proposed rule will … Continue reading Discussion: Will New Rule Help Puppy Mill Dogs?
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PUPS Act – Paws Up or Paws Down?
I've been reading a bit on the Puppy Uniform Protection and Safety Act, commonly referred to as PUPS (pdf). This piece of proposed federal legislation is designed to "close the loophole that allows large breeders to sell puppies online, escaping inspection and oversight" Here is the official summary. I've excerpted some language from the bill … Continue reading PUPS Act – Paws Up or Paws Down?
Good News: More Large Mixed Breed Pups Now Available!
I come across postings regularly on various internet sites listing puppies in need of homes. On occasion, I pick one out to share. In this one, I have changed the breeds to breeds of similar size to protect the innocent (dogs): Hi!! I have three puppies that are ready for new homes. There is one … Continue reading Good News: More Large Mixed Breed Pups Now Available!
SC Pitbull Breeder FAIL
The differences between what constitutes a responsible dog breeder and an irresponsible one are often the subject of debate among dog people. One pretty reliable sign that ur doin it rong as a breeder is if you rent a U-Haul to load up with your breeding stock and drive them to a kill shelter:Twenty-two dogs … Continue reading SC Pitbull Breeder FAIL
TV Program Alert
Pedigree Dogs Exposed will be aired in the US for the first time tonight on BBC America channel. Check your local listings.
What is a "Puppy Mill"? – Part 2
The following post was written in 2008 by Saluki breeder Betsy Cummings. I thought it would be perfect food for thought in my series on the subject of defining puppy mills. I'm most interested in your reactions, thoughts, and opinions on her points.***I got in late last nite from Springfield, MO. What is there to … Continue reading What is a "Puppy Mill"? – Part 2
Bad News for CA Pet Owners
CA AB 241 was apparently passed by the CA Senate yesterday. The bill, according to the American Kennel Club, "will prohibit businesses and individuals who buys or sells cats and dogs from owning more than a combined total of 50 intact dogs or cats" (including puppies/kittens). I've blogged many times about why purported pet "protection" … Continue reading Bad News for CA Pet Owners
NC "Puppy Mill Bill" Set for Final Senate Vote Today
NC Senate Bill 460 is a "puppy mill bill" which HSUS played a key role in developing:"We will soon introduce legislation that will help to crack down on the cruel puppy mill industry in our state." [said Amanda Arrington, North Carolina state director for The HSUS.]That bill is set for a final vote today. If … Continue reading NC "Puppy Mill Bill" Set for Final Senate Vote Today
What is a "Puppy Mill"?
Although I'm not prepared to put as much thought into this post as would be required to answer such a question, I am ready to put down a few thoughts on the subject. I'm sure at some point I will add on to these and hopefully eventually come up with an answer, albeit a subjective … Continue reading What is a "Puppy Mill"?
What’s Going on in IN Dog Seizure Case?
The Indiana Attorney General's Office and HSUS "raided" a dairy farm Monday and seized 240 dogs on the grounds that the farm's owners had not paid taxes on the dog breeding operation. Squeeze me? Isn't there such a thing as an IRS audit or even some sort of warning letter? They say the owners haven't … Continue reading What’s Going on in IN Dog Seizure Case?
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