The place has 491 breeding pairs, numerous USDA violations and brokers dogs
for backyard breeders with numerous violations.
«Dog men» remark that popularization in the 1980s, created an opportunity
for backyard breeders who through abuse, teasing, or «practice» on non-fighting dogs, cats and other small animals or even other humans have caused a problem.
Flea markets are a way
for backyard breeders and small time puppy millers to unload extra «stock».
Roadside sales are an easy way
for backyard breeders to sell animals.
Not exact matches
YA / General Interest: Eclectic teens with an eye
for the extraordinary will love this tale of one of their ilk who tried to assemble a
breeder nuclear reactor in his
backyard.
Backyard breeders and puppy mills produce as many puppies of these breeds as possible
for income.
This is in contrast to «kitty - mills» and irresponsible
backyard breeders who don't screen
for illness or defects.
If we, who so deeply care
for them, do not use the appropriate words to speak and act on their behalf, to educate others, to free them from the outdated and cruel paradigm of animal ownership, animal exploitation there can be no doubt that our nation's puppy mills,
backyard breeders, laboratories, factory farms and slaughter houses will not do so
for us.
Critics of the legislation in California have argued that it's hard
for many consumers to distinguish between such boutique operations and so - called
backyard breeders willing to compromise standards of care to maximize profits.
The ordinance does have an exemption
for small «
backyard»
breeders and those who raise dogs and cats at their home or business, AZCentral.com reports, yet it also bans the use of «animals as prizes» at carnivals and amusement parks, which includes goldfish, insects, bunnies, and other critters (another nice piece of news to hear!).
Yes, the living conditions
for animals in a puppy mill as compared to the facilities of a «responsible
backyard breeder» may be quite different.
When it came time
for me to get a dog (still in my early 20's) I thought there's no way anyone is going to adopt one to me, I have 2 cats in the home (the second cat came from a
backyard breeder, something I didn't understand about at the time).
A lack of mandatory animal welfare standards
for dog
breeders and failure to clamp down on unscrupulous
breeders * make it possible
for puppy mills and
backyard breeders to continue their operations unhindered.
PATTI DONEGAN»S letter focused on the problem of puppy mills,
backyard breeders and dog brokers.Florida Statute 585.195 states each dog offered
for sale shall be inoculated against canine disease prior to sale.Florida Statute 823.15 requires sterilization of dogs and cats released from an animal shelter or humane society.The problem in Orange County is the lack of enforcement of these laws, and the need to extend sterilization requirements to back - yard
breeders.The public can become involved by encouraging the county commission and city councils to enforce the rules and regulations presently on the books, until a countywide ordinance can be made law that protects the needs of the consumer and the lives of the animals.
Here are some recent rescue items from around the globe Animal lover offers $ 4,000 reward
for safe return of man's German Shepherd Florida HERO rescue dog Echo looks set to get his paws on another national award recognising his life - saving efforts Rescue Group Raises Awareness About «
Backyard Breeders «The most courageous dog in the United States - they do...
Avoid
backyard breeders and puppy mills — they are notorious
for producing puppies in an assembly line fashion with no regard
for their health and behavior.
Unfortunately,
backyard breeders rarely test
for diseases or know how to look
for traits that match the breed standard.
If you feel that you qualify
for one of these adorable felines, then be sure to seek a reputable cat
breeder and avoid
backyard breeders.
This month I've been thinking about how to create positive, lasting change
for companion animals who are suffering at the hands of puppy millers,
backyard breeders, and others who sell dogs and cats
for profit with complete disregard
for their health, safety, and well - being.
Instead of pedigrees,
backyard breeders often opt
for buzz words like «champion lines» that often fool newbies.
For those unaware of the term, a «puppy mill» or «backyard breeder» refers to a for - profit animal breeding facility that, mostly, neglects the health and well - being of the animals in their ca
For those unaware of the term, a «puppy mill» or «
backyard breeder» refers to a
for - profit animal breeding facility that, mostly, neglects the health and well - being of the animals in their ca
for - profit animal breeding facility that, mostly, neglects the health and well - being of the animals in their care.
More animal activists need to rally
for their cities to vote
for similar bans, as the breeding and selling of animals is often inhumane if done by
backyard breeders and puppy mills.
Rescuing from shelters also reduces the success rate of
backyard breeders, puppy mills, and pet stores that don't properly care
for their animals and gives an otherwise deserving pet a chance at a wonderful life.
This can be directly attributed to the number of
backyard breeders who, having recognized the Pit Bull's natural strength and courage, decided to begin breeding the most aggressive specimens they could find to develop dogs
for the illegal fighting trade.
Regarding my comment before, this is literally the closest thing you will even find to a general definition of BYB anywhere; «
Backyard Breeder is a term used
for breeders of dogs in a largely pejorative sense by the Animal Welfare community, ASPCA, larger established
breeders and dog club.
This is why puppy mills and
backyard breeders sell online, because that way, nobody sees the adult dogs who are living in squalor or being confined to tiny cages
for their entire lives.
This type of situation is mostly reserved
for tabloid headlines about cat collectors and
backyard breeders (aka «kitten mills»).
Although you might pay less
for the breed of your choice from a pet store or
backyard breeder, it's almost a given that in the long run, you'll pay a good deal more in vet bills and perhaps emotional bills (if the dog has to be euthanized due to a health or temperament problem), than you would from a reputable
breeder.
Since most people begin their search
for a new pet online, It can be difficult to tell the difference between a legitimate rescue organization who happens to have puppies available
for adoption and a
backyard breeder whose profit from the sale will encourage them to produce more puppies.
This has given rise to a profit opportunity
for unscrupulous
backyard breeders.
Another reason we like to see people adopt adult dogs is that many puppies up
for «adoption» or «rescue» are actually the product of
backyard breeders who like to take advantage of people's desire to rescue rather than purchase their next pet.
Good - intentioned people who buy from pet stores, puppy mill websites, or even local
backyard breeders (people who breed as a hobby or an «oops» but do not actually know their breed inside and out, nor do they test
for health and temperament before breeding) often face serious veterinary bills associated with genetic issues that arise as these puppies grow.
You should avoid purchasing from
backyard breeders; their practices are driven by money rather than care
for the animals.
Backyard Breeders have one or two females and choose to breed them here and there to a local dog, just
for fun.
On top of that, the bill also prohibits outdoor pet sales, such as at flea markets and in parking lots — very sketchy and unregulated places to purchase a pet, making them prime locations
for puppy mill and
backyard breeders.
Given the following well documented facts, there is NO reason
for anyone to buy a companion animal from a puppy mill,
backyard breeder or pet store:
Several sources
for pets that only encourage tragedy are pet stores (that sell dogs and cats,) the Internet, flea markets, roadside sales, and «
backyard breeders.»
You stated, «The law, unfortunately, does not make provisions
for dealing with
backyard breeders or hobby
breeders that are selling puppies out of their home.»
Since
backyard breeders are mostly in it
for the money, they don't spend it on showing, temperament testing or vet bills.
This is particularly frequent among
breeders (
backyard and experienced) who are breeding
for certain physical traits.
Backyard breeders are notorious
for selling puppies that are far too young so that they do not have to pay
for food once the pups have been weaned.
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Backyard breeders are responsible
for 2/3 of the dogs
for adoption in shelters.
A
backyard breeder is a slang term
for a casual dog
breeder that breeds dogs
for fun and money.
Backyard dog
breeders rarely do any testing beyond the parents, a far cry from testing
for three to five (and more) generations back which is how knowledge of their line and pedigree is developed and confirmed.
A very few
backyard breeders test
for genetic diseases on the advice of their veterinarians, but most do not.
Backyard breeders do not compete in AKC dog shows or field trials, and usually have no clue as to the AKC standards
for their breed.
If you are looking
for a new family companion, adopt from a shelter, rescue group, or humane organization instead of perpetuating the demand by purchasing from a pet store,
backyard breeder, or commercial
breeder.
And when I contacted the auction's owner to ask
for an interview, he was welcoming and spent an entire day with me, talking openly about his personal history, his current business practices and even taking me to meet the types of
breeders he respects —
breeders whose dogs, when I got to their commercial - scale farms, were running and playing in spaces as big as many suburban
backyards and even ballfields, dogs who came up to me to say hello and, in most cases, seemed just as happy and normal and healthy as my own two spoiled mutts at home.
Well, this creates a dilemma
for «
backyard breeders» who want to cash in on blue lust.
Adopting saves lives, keeps money out of the pockets of
backyard breeders and puppy mill owners AND helps make room
for the other animals that also need rescue.