A far greater percentage of dogs are unfortunately bought
from illegal breeders through unregulated channels where buyers and the animals have few protections.
This is why the battle against
the illegal breeders is still being waged.
It will drive more prospective pet owners to
illegal breeders and put responsible, regulated breeders and pet stores out of business.
Any pet store purchasing a dog from
the illegal breeder in Mr. Solotaroff's story would be violating federal law.