Sentences with phrase «against breeders»

The inspectors also don't have much in the way of teeth enabling them to pursue civil penalties against breeders.

The USDA also announced that the agency no longer plans to post enforcement actions online, meaning the public will not know whether the USDA has pursued action against breeders violating the Animal Welfare Act (AWA).

ALDF filed a complaint against the breeder with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), identifying numerous violations of the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) and asked that these dogs immediately be removed for their safety.

The term «puppy mill» has been widely used by animal rights groups in protests against breeders who have substandard breeding conditions.

Instead of PETA trying to campaign against breeders, they said animal groups and organizations should work together to help animals in shelters.

We recommend you go to sites such as the Better Business Bureau to see if there are any complaints filed against any breeder you are thinking about adopting a puppy from.

** Note: I am not condoning any violence or action against the breeders found on the USDA website.

And no other criminal background, however violent, or even action taken against the breeder or retailer for animal neglect or abuse that did not result in a conviction, is sufficient to deny a license.

Considering the number of animals they house and «sell», just how much sales tax revenue is being lost in the state - one of their arguments against breeders!

The above, and other documents, provided sufficient evidence and information for Animal Folks to write a formal complaint against this breeder and suspect possible violation of multiple Minnesota laws, including Chapter 343 (Prevention of Cruelty to Animals), Chapter 346.39 (Pet and Companion Animal Welfare Act - Dog and Cat Standards), Chapter 325F.791 (Consumer Protection - Pet Lemon Law), etc..

Even when USDA inspectors have gathered sufficient evidence to pursue enforcement actions against a breeder or dealer, the legal investigation and enforcement process (leading to a suspension or revocation of the federal license) can take years.