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Originally Posted by diva pup I am also always shocked at the number of people that simply don't say a word although I know they have an opinion on it,I guess they just do not want to upset the more popular and vocal members of the forums. It is sad to me that these particular issues are politically influenced. |
The reason I haven't posted was because I agree and you guys have already put it perfectly but if it will help I'll add my 2 cents.
I don't think anyone should buy from any pet stores that sell animals. Period!
It is already an uphill battle trying to get people to understand where the puppies are coming from, how much the parents suffer and why rescuing that adorable puppy from the cage is only helping to continue the cycle of abuse. I think it only clouds the issue telling people some pet stores are fine. Too many people won't do the research or look deep enough to learn the truth. Also, how many people will walk in and walk out with a puppy they just couldn't leave behind even if they think it might be from a puppy mill. You hear that all the time.
We need to declare war against puppy mills and if the few good breeders who sell in pet stores are the casualties, then so be it. I would feel bad for them but it is nothing compared to how I feel for the true victims.
Plus, I don't understand why anyone who just has a few breeding dogs needs a store to sell puppies. Sell them from your home - where the puppies are most comfortable.
Everyone I know now knows about puppymills and not to shop in pet stores. I helped my sister find a good breeder and a friend with a rescue. I'm proud to say they knew better because of me.