Puppy Mills- Truth About What Really Goes On:

Sadly mankind is willing to do anything to make money; even if it means subjecting themselves to treating animals with ruthless disregard to there existence. That is the problem with greed and ignorance that our race transmits. We believe that just because something isn't exactly like us, they should be treated like there less important. We are an unkind, unlikable breed. We have damaged a magnificent earth and what it offers by utilizing selfish acts to make a dime. Power and control shouldn't be in the hands of man, all we have done is take advantage. We have put our title to shame, and are destroying our only home. You'd think that we'd act a little more intelligent on the subject. One day when the damage is done, we will look back and realize that our acts victimized living things that deserve the same respect we do.

Puppy Mills:

Puppies and their mothers are forced into in to dreadful conditions until the puppy reaches 8 weeks in age. The housing (if this is what you would call it) is severely overcrowded. Many of the dogs will suffer from injuries and illnesses due to a lack of concern on the seller's part. They will cram several dogs into one cage treating it like a can a sardines. They don't have the space to properly groom themselves, causing severe matting of their hair and forcing them to dwell in feces. This causes many illnesses for the dogs, which later transfers to others. If the puppy doesn't die from the conditions that were bestowed upon them, they are then put up for sale. They will be sold to pet stores and advertised on the internet. Puppy mills produce thousands of puppies a year causing overpopulation. Those operating the mills will then sell to impulse buyers to get rid of them. This ultimately makes the pound their new home.

So what happens to the mothers and fathers of these puppies? They are known as breeding stalk. They serve one purpose, and that's to reproduce. They are treated inhumanely on a daily basis. They aren't for sale. These dogs will spend the rest of their life producing offspring.

While operating a facility that houses hundreds of dogs, how does caring for these animals take place? There can't possibly be enough hands to feed them, allow them to exercise, and cleanse them on an expected basis. These animals are in a prison, and there isn't enough being done to stop it. Current laws have serious holes in them. They aren't designed properly to fix the problem that exists. The U.S. Department of Agriculture is expected to license and inspect these operations ensuring they are following the guidelines for basic humane standards. Unfortunately, there isn't enough enforcement from the state and federal. The problem with cracking down on these mills is the money needed to do so. There are so many dogs that need veterinary care, homes, and food after a bust. This can cost the state tens of thousands of dollars within weeks. Overpopulation in shelters is a major problem due to the fact that these dogs forced into them. Over 500,000 animals were euthanized in 2007 in California alone. The numbers are only rising.

There is a better solution to this sizable problem. AB 241 has guidelines for these operations. 1. By limiting the number of adult intact dogs a person can maintain. 2. It does not impact hobby breeders, animal shelters, research facilities, pet stores, veterinarians, groomers or boarding facilities. 3. They will limit the size of these despicable operations making it easier to deal with the complaints those have with the improper care of these animals. It will be a more effective way in dealing with the problems these facilities produce.

There are ways you can help to end the suffering for so many animals. If this matter concerns you, make phone calls to your state legislatures. Urge them to support AB 241. Also, visit http://www.humanesociety.org/ and see what else you can do to help. Remember animals don't have a voice that can explain their suffering, take a stand and speak for them.