We would probably all agree that when it comes to any business there are those who are responsible and those who are irresponsible. In other words, it’s not reasonable to generalize about commercial puppy breeders. Breeders are not all good, neither are they all bad. As a result, the moniker “Puppy Mill” can sometimes be generally used and sometimes misused by the very people who love dogs and have the best of intentions. This puppy lover has been mistaken more than once, making snap judgments about commercial pet breeders and/or retailers.
Consider Petland.
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“Puppy Mills” - That two-word phrase conjures up a bad feeling in most of us, and a few questions. Is it possible, there are good puppy mills or breeders, as well as bad ones we often see on TV or read about? Should you buy from a large-scale, commercial dog breeder or an independent breeder? Should you avoid buying? Should you adopt a new puppy or dog, instead? In this new five-part series, we’ll consider some of the answers to those questions and offer a few helpful tips.
Let’s look at adopting first. When you’re ready for your new puppy or dog, where do you go to adopt?
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