I would have done this sooner but, I had finals week.
Anyway, I have links for the press release and the code that allows these 10 puppy mill pups to be auctioned off (5 yorkies, 5 maltese). BUT the information I found is vague at most.
While I think they did a great job at intercepting these Korean puppy mill pups, I don't think silent auction with no background check is the best way to go. And I have yet to find any proof that they will make sure these little guys go to good homes, they're just going to hold a silent auction because of high interest in the pups. According to Los Angeles Municipal Code Section 53.11 they are allowed to place an animal up for public auction before placing the animal with private citizens, humane organizations and participant shelters. (Which means adoption fees can be waived if transfered.)
Here's a note from the General Manager of LA Animal Services:
From the Desk of Ed Boks: LA Animal Services Makes Overseas Puppy Mill Survivors Available for Adoption But Cautions "Buyer Beware"
The official press release.
http://www.laanimalservices.com/PDF/...vivors%20A.pdf
Unless this is normal procedure for shelters, then....I guess I have to keep my mouth shut. I'm not complaining about them letting the pups go to the first good homes offered, the saying goes "the early bird gets the worm" right? (I've lucked out before and am ok with that) But an auction? Not a raffle, but a silent auction? If I'm just wasting my "breath" let me know and I'll just let it go.