One problem would-be dog-owners face in this country is puppy mills.
Devin & Bennie discuss modern attitudes toward puppy mills and what we, as responsible dog owners, can do to combat this issue.
This is the next installment of our Campaign to bring awareness of all of the aspects of dog ownership and responsibilities.
Until April 6th, DYD will show our support of all pets through our weekly talks gearing up to the ASPCA Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month.
Show Highlights
- Today is National Puppy Day and we will be talking about all aspect when getting a new dog. Is it best to get a full-blooded pup or a mixed-breed? Listen and learn.
- ThunderClap is fully supported. Thank you to all of our dog lovers and supporters for helping us raise awareness to our show, Discover Your Dog, and ASPCA’s Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month in April
- Devin shares something he tried and has never done before.
- Devin brings up a great question, “How do I know? Is it a crap-shoot when going to purchase a dog?”
- If someone claims to have AKC registered dogs, follow-up! Do your research on the breeder you choose and visit the breeder at their facility.
- Developing trust with someone who you do not know, or know their reputation, is very difficult.
- Family Dog Fusion is about integrating a dog into the family by creating awareness of ALL facets of dog ownership and responsibilities.
- Bennie pulls a letter from the MAILBAG. Listener Mary D. asks about making the right choice when thinking about getting a new dog for your family.
- American Kennel Club (AKC) mission is about promoting pure-bred dogs and creating responsible ownership.
Ten Facts about Puppy Mills from DoSomething.org
- Puppy Mills are a “For-Profit business”
- Female dogs are bred and then destroyed when no longer able to breed.
- It is estimated that over 2 million dogs sold per year come from puppy mills.
- Most dogs live in cramped conditions and get little to no exercise.
- Most times there is less than minimal healthcare given to the dogs.
- In most states, puppy mills are LEGAL.
- There are over an estimated 10,000 puppy mills operating in the U.S. today.
- Most mills are not climate-controlled or protected from inclement weather.
- Puppy mills adhere to no regulations for cleanliness or hygiene.
- Dogs are not watched or cared for on a regular basis
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