Just heard there is a couple in Pocomoke Maryland that has a shed full of dogs

[Lou]

I'm confused.
If this guy is a scam artist, why is he letting these dogs go?

[Disney]

This AMAZING story!!!!!! You save so many baby! There special place next to God in Heaven for angel like you people!

[Rachael x]

This is wonderful news you should all be very proud of yourselves

[LunasMomma]

Originally Posted by Lou

I'm confused.
If this guy is a scam artist, why is he letting these dogs go?

I've been thinking about that angle, and came up with this theory, purely my opinion and all conjecture, mind you

I think that when the dogs aren't producing as many puppies, or when these "people" think that the authorities are closing in, they "purge" the dogs they have, then purchase new ones and start all over again. Just my theory..

[Rachael x]

Originally Posted by LunasMomma

I've been thinking about that angle, and came up with this theory, purely my opinion and all conjecture, mind you

I think that when the dogs aren't producing as many puppies, or when these "people" think that the authorities are closing in, they "purge" the dogs they have, then purchase new ones and start all over again. Just my theory..

I really hope this isnt true

[Christinee]

Originally Posted by lynnelily

Their should be stronger laws to punish people that treat animals this way.

Amen to that. It makes me sick to know some people keep animals this way and worse.

[LunasMomma]

Originally Posted by Rachael x

I really hope this isnt true

YEah, me too It just sickens me to think of all of the poor, innocent animals in the world that are treated this way (or worse )

[Lou]

Originally Posted by Rachael x

I really hope this isnt true

That is my hope too but my Gracie is one of those dogs that didn't produce well enough. She only had 1-2 puppies at a time and if there were two one usually died. My other two are her pups. Adie had a sister that died but Skeeter was a singleton. I didn't know conditions had gotten really bad at the breeders house when she offered Gracie to me at no charge. She told me she didn't have enough time for them anymore and had decided to stop breeding. Since she knew how much we loved Adie and Skeeter she said we would be perfect parents for Gracie too. I have remained friendly with her so I could keep an eye on her. She is still breeding but on a very small scale now and she is breeding yorkiepoos. They seem to be a little sturdier that yorkie babies so I am a bit relieved. One of these days I will convince her to stop. She is going with this guy now that has a huge dog. She said that if they decide to live together she would get rid of all of her little ones except her original yorkie. That one has been her favorite all along and it is obvious so I think that would be ok.
Sorry, I think I hijacked the tread! I can get back on topic now.
Sigh

[Nikis2]

Update...I received a call from the Vet tech that had alerted me about this situation. The Humaine Society finally stepped up to the plate and went over to the Byrd's. I guess they got tired of us complaining and threatening to notify the newspapers et cetera!!!They took the remaining 4 dogs and now have them in their custody. I was also told that all the cages were being taken out of the shed so he cannot house dogs in there ever again. I have talked to some of the people that bought Maltese puppies from them and some are starting to go blind at 6 years old and loosing teeth at a very early age. So sad that people are scammed into buying poor quality puppies and have to spend a fortune for the life time of that dog because of people like this. I have been babysitting one of the female yorkies that was rescues this week while her Mommy is on vacation. Miss MiMi.. she is too cute but still a nervous wreck. She still seems very confused and has no idea what going outside is. It is odd some that we rescued seemed to know how to go outside and others are just clueless. I am thinking maybe at one time he had some of them in his home and others he just left in cages from small pups never socialized. So, hopefully this is the end of this puppy mill and again I want to thank everyone for all your support and help especially my YT buddies Brenda and Bo.

[brendarash]

Thank goodness the last ones are finally out of there. Those people will pay in the end. It is so sad those poor babies had to live like that. But I am so happy for there new beginning in life. Thank goodness for all the wonderful new parents that took these babies into there homes to give them there new life. Like they say "what comes around goes around". Thanks again Bonnie for everything you did. Bo thanks again for helping me out with the ones I fostered. If I can help in the future please let me know.

[Ringo1]

Originally Posted by LunasMomma

I've been thinking about that angle, and came up with this theory, purely my opinion and all conjecture, mind you

I think that when the dogs aren't producing as many puppies, or when these "people" think that the authorities are closing in, they "purge" the dogs they have, then purchase new ones and start all over again. Just my theory..

Oh, it's true all right; I've seen it on some of those puppy mill shows. Now, these were larger dogs but it doesn't matter; it was still horrendus.

They just shot them.

So glad the rest of the dogs were removed. Well done.

[RDB911]

Happy to hear the humane society finally stepped up to the plate and shut them down.

Thanks again for saving all the pups!! You guys rock!!

[Janie616]

Originally Posted by Nikis2

. So, the lady that red flagged me to this whole situation is going back to the Byrd's house to try and get the other dogs.

Bonnie, I think you, Brenda, and Bo are saints. What you did could never have been done if you had to deal with bureaucracy. Thank heavens you did not (until the end). I am puzzled though why the woman who red flagged you in the beginning was not more involved since she obviously lives in that small town. I would help but i am located in the SW.

I had a friend who was scammed and lost a lot of $$$ so since I have less than he does, I am hesitant, but I do admire your energy, your enthusiasm and your everlasting love for our beloved dogs.

Bless your heart! and God bless you and your family. Thank you.

[LuvTaycieGirl]

I cried through this entire amazing story! What wonderful Ladies you are and I am happy to know there are such wonderful people out there. I hope all is well with you and your little ones! You are truly inspiring.

God bless