It would be wonderful if we could have some spay/neuter laws with real consequences but until we get more support from the pet industry that won't happen. Have you ever seen a dog food company or pet store advocate spay/neutering? Sure, they may have adoption events but they don't require the animal to be altered. We do adoptions at a chain pet store every weekend and not once have they required the dogs to be altered. Most vets spay and neuter hundreds of dogs each month but how many recommend neuter/spaying your pet. Fewer pets mean less money. As for puppy mill dogs, I'm sitting here with 3 mill yorkies, 1 on my lap , 1 next to me and another in a padded bed at my feet. I can guarantee that they were spayed before we placed them for adoption. People like her are the reason that reputable rescues require so much before placing dogs. I want to cry thinking about the way the trust that these poor dogs put in her was betrayed. |