This is horrible!! I agree that these places should be shut down, but I also feel for the little puppies that are already there, it is not their fault and they deserve the best homes possible. I purchased Emilio from Petland. I purchased my previous dog from a breeder and had every intention of doing the same with getting a new Yorkie pup. I was pretty much set on a breeder and just went in there to look around. I saw Emilio and fell in love instantly (which is what they are counting on). I knew he was overpriced, but in my heart I also knew he needed a great home and so we decided to give him one. I decided that I could at least get him out of there. He is worth every penny I spent!! He has been a great puppy and I have since tracked down the breeder and called her and had her send me pics of the parents and her home. She seems to be decent, answered all my questions and provided me with all kinds of info on the parents. I guess we got lucky on that. I understand the anger and frustration, I feel it too, BUT I think the focus also needs to be on getting the dogs loving homes as well. |