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Pet Store Puppy Purchase Turns Tragic

July 18, 2012

(PUPPY MILLS) A cairn terrier named Maggi May had the chance of having a great life when she was bought from a pet store one day by a loving guardian. Little did her guardian know that Maggi May came from a puppy mill. Despite all of the love and care given to her, Maggi May’s life was full of pain and suffering, resulting in dozens of treatments, 15 surgeries, and thousands of dollars in vet bills. Read on for the heartbreaking story of that “doggie in the window,” and why it is so important to help end the demand for puppy mills. — Global Animal

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An AKC-Registered Dog Means Less Than You Think

June 28, 2012

(DOG BREEDS) The American Kennel Club (AKC) has always portrayed themselves as an elite organization of people and purebred dogs based off the integrity of their registry, but the truth is a little different. Facts show that many AKC-registered dogs are born in puppy mills. A huge chunk of the money that finances the American Kennel Club, and an unbelievable number of dogs come from commercial puppy mill breeders. — Global Animal

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Online Dog Breeder Fails To Breed Happy Customers

June 7, 2012

(ANIMAL NEWS) Purebred Breeders LLC, one of the leading online dog sellers, is tackling a lawsuit from its outraged buyers. Customers claim the company knowingly misled them into buying sick or injured dogs, and argue the business fails to adhere to consumer protection laws. The USDA has since stepped in and presented a new regulation requiring all online breeders and puppy mills to be licensed and inspected. Read on for more on the lawsuit and the proposed federal rule.  — Global Animal

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Adopt A Purebred Shelter Dog

June 2, 2012

(ANIMAL RESCUE) Are you looking for a purebred pup? Did you know there are plenty of purebred dogs in shelters? About 25% of sheltered dogs are purebred according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. You can easily find a loving, young or adult purebred in need of a home. Most will already be potty and crate trained! Read on for some great tips on how to find and rescue your new best friend. — Global Animal

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‘I Will Be Saved’ Anti-Puppy Mill PSA (VIDEO)

May 25, 2012

(PUPPY MILLS) Anti-puppy mill advocate Jennifer Peterson wrote, directed and co-produced a striking new public service announcement for the Humane Society’s “Why Puppy Mills Stink” competition. The video, which won the Humane Society’s People’s Choice Award, showcases dirty children behind a chain link fence, representing the 1.5 million dogs that are bred in horrible, filthy conditions for pet stores. — Global Animal

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Legislators Side With Puppies, Not People

April 19, 2012

(PUPPY MILLS) MICHIGAN — The recent raid of an Alleghan County puppy mill in Kalamazoo, MI has strengthened a bill called the “puppy protection act.” Both sides of the state House and Senate support the bill, including Representatives Vicki Barnett (D) and Wayne Schmidt (R), and Senators Steve Bieda (D) and Rick Jones (R). Legislation hopes to protect pets from puppy mills by limiting the number of female dogs breeders can own, the number of litters bred, and introducing new health and diet guidelines. If Michigan’s state government doesn’t work at getting regulations passed, Michigan could become a hotspot for inhumane puppy mills. Read the full story to learn about how Michigan is fighting to protect pets. — Global Animal 

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Taking The Voice From The Voiceless (VIDEO)

April 14, 2012

(ANIMAL CRUELTY) NEW YORK — Legislation is pending in New York state to ban devocalization, the process of cutting the vocal cords of dogs and cats to stifle sound. This cruel and dangerous practice is more common than you think. It’s popular among breeders, show dog exhibitors, sled dog racers, people who fight or breed animals illegally, animal hoarders, and selfish pet guardians. Already banned in Europe and Massachusetts, it’s time for the rest of the U.S. to follow suite. The amendment has already been weakened slightly to appease the veterinary lobby. Read on for more about devocalization, and how to ensure no more changes to the ban occur. — Global Animal 

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300 Dogs Rescued From Kalamazoo Puppy Mill

April 11, 2012

(ANIMAL NEWS) MICHIGAN — Over 300 animals were recently seized from a couple running a breeding facility in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The animals, which include dogs, cats, and two birds, were living in deplorable and unsanitary conditions in a location only fit for 36 animals. Covered in urine and feces, the animals have been removed and are now being taken care of at Allegan County Animal Shelter. With so many animals suddenly in need of medical care, the shelter is asking anyone in the local area to show support by volunteering or donating. Read on for the details of the seizure and how to support the shelter. — Global Animal

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