Let’s Stop Puppy Mills: Start at Home
Friday, November 21, 2008 18:49Please contact the Petland on Seigen Lane (225-291-7447) and tell them you are concerned about Petland’s support of puppy mills. And please carefully consider giving puppies as gifts at Christmas. Puppies are a not just a cute little bundle of fur; they are a lifetime committement. If you do decide to get a puppy, please buy from a reputable breeder and consider adopting from a shelter.
The Humane Society of the United States has just completed an investigation of puppy mills and found Petland to be a big supporter. They write:
Maybe you saw Oprah’s show on puppy mills earlier this year, and wondered how this cruelty can persist and who’s responsible. Today, The Humane Society of the United States released the results of a shocking investigation showing that pet store chain Petland Incorporated is the nation’s largest retail supporter of puppy mills. The cruelty must end – watch our video and take [...]
