Breeders that are USDA licensed do so for commercial purposes. Breeders that sell directly to the public have no need for USDA licensing, but those that sell to brokers and stores must be USDA licensed. USDA licensing is a huge red flag...always a BYB or puppymill.
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Purchasing from backyard breeders, pet shops, and puppymills perpetuates the suffering of other dogs.
Educate yourself and buy from reputable breeders or rescue. |