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Studies of Dogs From Puppy Mills

Learn the results from two large-scale studies of dogs from high-volume commercial breeding facilities — i.e., puppy mills.
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Where Are Puppy Mill Dogs Sold?

Educate yourself about where puppy mill dogs are sold, so you're not inadvertently a puppy mill's next customer; choose adoption.
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How to Organize a Protest to Stop Puppy Mill Dog Sales

Pet stores typically sell puppies from puppy mills or other unscrupulous dog breeders. Learn how to organize a protest to stop puppy mill dog sales.
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Pet Stores That Offer Dog Adoptions

Here's a state-by-state list of humane pet stores that offer shelter and rescued pets for adoption.
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End Puppy Mills: Tips for Writing to Legislators and Media

If you're looking for ways to stop puppy mills, here are some tips for contacting your legislators and media outlets to share your message.
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Combating Puppy and Kitten Mills with Legislation

Puppy and kitten mills are cruel to animals. There are breeder licensing, mill inspection, consumer protection, and pet sale ban laws that help.
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What Are Puppy Mills and Why Are They Bad?

What are puppy mills? They are factory farms for dogs who are bred as frequently as possible in often unsanitary, cruel conditions. Learn more about why puppy mills are b...
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16 Ways to Stop Puppy Mills

What are some ways to stop puppy mills? Learn some easy things anyone can do to help shut down the inhumane puppy mill industry.
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Humane Pet Sales Laws by State

Here's a comprehensive and continually updated list of cities and states with humane pet sales laws.
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Researching Puppy Farms: Puppy Mill Website Links

View a list of important puppy mill links to use to research puppy farms.
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Dog rescued from a puppy mill

Want a Purebred Dog? Avoid Supporting Puppy Mills

Looking for a purebred dog? Don't support the puppy mill industry. Instead, you can save a life and adopt a purebred dog with these tips.
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Pet Breeding: Best Friends' Position

Best Friends Animal Society does not support pet breeding or pet mills. The most responsible choice is to adopt pets from shelters or rescue organizations.
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Best Friends does not support pet breeding. Please adopt a pet like this brindle dog from a rescue group or shelter.

Jurisdictions With Humane Pet Sales Laws

Here's a list of jurisdictions with humane pet sales laws. Ordinances have been enacted to stop puppy mills and address the inhumane conditions in the pet mill industry.
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