It seems by all appearances Maine was poised to make history in the fight against puppy mills when L.D. 335, a bill that would've prohibited new pet stores from selling puppies from commercial breeders and, instead, allow them to only offer dogs from shelters and rescue groups for adoption, had … [Read more...]
At least 75% of Pennsylvania’s commerical kennels still exist and thrive
In 2008 Pennsylvania had over 300 commercial breeding (puppy mills) facilities. After 80 dogs were shot and killed at a puppy mill in Maxatawny Township, Berks County, Pennsylvania in July 2008, HB 2525 swiftly became our new Dog Law in October of the same year, better known as Act 119. This law was … [Read more...]