Pet Store Supports Puppy Mills

EmilyB · #1 02-21-2008, 04:12 AM

What do you think about seeing a three legged pup for sale ?

I have reported them to the Humane Society. I just hope they will finally be shut down.

Der_Iron_Chef · #2 02-21-2008, 04:22 AM

How did it lose its leg? And what should they do with a three-legged puppy?

dsaundry · #3 02-21-2008, 06:04 AM

I had a dog with three legs a number of years ago. He was a great dog, full of life and a good and loyal friend. I don't know about this dog but I wouldn't have traded my dog for anything. I don't support puppy mills so I am assuming you have confirmed this? But if you are condemming an animal due to a physical flaw I would not agree with that. Humans can be born without arms or legs but they can still function and lead a reasonably healthy and happy life. I know there are problems but I have been fortunate to see some amazing things acomplished by animals and humans with physical defects. My only questions to you are...Has the dog been checked by a vet and confirmed whether it is in good health? Have you confirmed it has come from a "puppy mill"? What would you suggest they do with the dog?

Not judging anything or anyone..just my opinion.

EmilyB · #4 02-21-2008, 06:09 AM

They shouldn't be buying pups from puppy mills (backyard breeders)...period.

Do you think a three-legged dog will find it's best home through a pet store???

EmilyB · #5 02-21-2008, 06:11 AM

Oh, you think I am about the dog....

Are you crazy? I wish I could have rescued it there and then. I hope that is what the humane society will do. I would call a breed rescue if I could fine a heeler one in Alberta.

Der_Iron_Chef · #6 02-21-2008, 06:11 AM

How do you know which stores buy animals from these "mills"? How is the consumer to know? And what's a better place to buy pets?

EmilyB · #7 02-21-2008, 06:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Der_Iron_Chef

How do you know which stores buy animals from these "mills"? How is the consumer to know? And what's a better place to buy pets?

A better place to buy pets? From a reputable breeder...

You decide if they buy from puppy mills. Research.

Der_Iron_Chef · #8 02-21-2008, 06:22 AM

How do you find a reputable dealer? How do you know which ones are reputable? As a first time buyer, for example. I'm not being argumentative....I'm asking honestly. I'm relatively new back to Calgary (in the last few years), and don't know lots of people here who've purchased dogs. I never have.

How do you research these puppy mills, too? Do you visit them personally and inspect the conditions? And do you do this with the fish, invertebrates and corals you purchase as well? How can you be sure they were caught, transported and acclimated humanely?

EmilyB · #9 02-21-2008, 06:23 AM

Oh right I forgot, you don't have dogs do you?

You should check out the Humane Society for cats, seems like that's all they have these days...

marie · #10 02-21-2008, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by EmilyB

They shouldn't be buying pups from puppy mills (backyard breeders)...period.

Do you think a three-legged dog will find it's best home through a pet store???

Backyard breeders and puppymills are not same thing. I have seen some wonderful backyard dogs that have had a litter of puppies that are better socialized and cared for then some reputable breeders puppies.