The study reveals which stores are importing puppies from other states,
the estimated number of puppies and just how many sick dogs may be purchased at pet stores.
The estimated number of puppy mill puppies sold annually (both USDA - licensed and non-USDA-licensed) is 2.4 million.
Not exact matches
It has been
estimated that the
number one reason why competent pet owners relinquish ownership
of their
puppy or
puppies to one
of the many county humane services to be found all across the country is because they have become frustrated with certain characteristics
of the dog.
Your veterinarian can help you verify the pregnancy, determine the due date, discuss any medication changes, and even
estimate the
number of expected
puppies.
Because
of the covert nature
of such operations, exact
numbers are difficult to obtain, but it is
estimated that there are anywhere from 1200 — 2000
puppy mills in this province alone.
She
estimates that licensed premises may account for only half the
number of puppy mills in the state.