Growing up before our eyes (in a cage)

[joann1166]

That hurts my feelings so bad! I hate that. I want to go get him now!!!!! He will never have a chance. What are people thinking? How can they treat him like that? We need to put the store owner in a cage where he can barely move and see what he thinks about it!

[Kdgd14]

Would you mind saying which mall it is? I don't drive so I don't really know what mall is around or in Shelby Twp.

[Vinniedoggy]

Tell her to call the Humane Society immediately, as well as every other animal-rights organization in her area that she can think of. Hopefully one of them can help.

[yorkieusa]

If the local humane society is worthless, then call the HSUS. I know they act when called upon, if the situation warrants.

[FlDebra]

That is so sad! Aren't there any state laws as to how much room they must have? I think calling the Humane Society is a good first step. That little one needs liberated! If you can get the actual dates narrowed down (even if you have to act good natured to question an employee) then write to the paper too. Make sure you stir some public opinion against this place!

The Animal Welfare Act (Animal Welfare Act : Government and Professional Resources : Animal Welfare Information Center) gives actual standards that must be maintained for cage size and exercise opportunities.

About the price though......that is not really out of line. I just paid $1500 for mine. But she came from a good breeder that I know. She was actually going to be more but they knocked off a little for me because I am a repeat customer. So, it is not the price that is at issue -- it is the fact that they are perpetuating a horror on this poor Yorkie. First born to who knows what puppymill and then relegated to an existance like this. No real life at all......

I know how much you can want to free a pup from such a place, but I agree that paying money to the pet shop is just encouraging them to continue. They will use that money to order another pup into that same situation. I hve been tempted when I have seen a little one in a pet shop. I just mke myself stay completely out of any pet shop that sells cats and dogs. They do not deserve my money for anything. But the mall has caught my eye with their window display many times.

[star431]

Welcome to Born Free USA

This website is dedicated to helping animals with a section on pet stores. It may have some information on who to contact for improper care. That is just so sad... This is the reason I can not even go near a pet store. I always end up crying while I am there. I wish I had the means to take them all home with me.

[yorkieusa]

I have often considered printing up a poster and everytime I happen to go by a pet store that sells pets (some just sell pet supplies) sticking a poster on their front window warning other innocent people who might buy pets.

[manolos mom]

This story has touched my heart. I would call your local Humane Society or SPCA and report this asap. Also someone on YT may know of a rescue in your area. Please keep us updated.

[FlDebra]

Originally Posted by yorkieusa

I have often considered printing up a poster and everytime I happen to go by a pet store that sells pets (some just sell pet supplies) sticking a poster on their front window warning other innocent people who might buy pets.

Thanks for making the distinction! My mom had a pet shop for years but never sold cats or dogs. Very against those that do! I sometimes am reluctant to even mention it, even tho her experience is often helpful, because I don't want a negative comment. She loves her dogs though and has 6 now at home. We tease mom & dad as they had 6 kids and now have 6 dogs. We have each been replaced.

Our first family yorkie actually came by way of the pet shop. A lady came in with her that was moving and asked if my mom would sell her. She said NO she would not but she would buy her herself and take her home. She was a little doll! Aren't they all!