Puppy mills are massive breeding operations which force dogs to produce litter after litter just for profit. These dogs and their puppies are often plagued with suffering, resulting from disease, malnutrition, and loneliness.
Many puppies sold in pet stores and on the internet come from puppy mills. The problem is that most people dont know that when they buy a puppy from these venues, they are often supporting a cruel and inhumane industry. But you can help.
Here what you can do:
1 - Sign the petition. By choosing not to buy your next pet or any pet supplies from retail stores or Internet sites that sell live dogs or cats, you are actively helping break the cycle of cruelty created by puppy mills.
2 - Educate yourself. There are hundreds of thousands of homeless dogs and cats in local shelters that need homes. There are also many respectable breeders out there. If you are in the market for a new pet, check out the Humane Society Puppy Buyers Guide for tips.
3 - Spread the word. Download web banners and badges and post them to your social networking profile, blog, or website. You can also post undercover video on dog auctions. These are easy ways to expose the reality of puppy mills to your friends and family.
Thank you for you help
Carrie Morrissey & Riley Dog
