Module 9.4

Question 1

Puppy mills/farms

Answer 1

Commercial dog breeding facilities w quick breeding and poor conditions $$$$
Good breeders are NOT puppy mills
Breeders who sell to pet stores reg by USDA, not all to public have to be licensed
Non-working feeders/waterers
Lack of shelter/poor quality (wire floors)
Lack of grooming
Abnormal behaviors
Similar to hoarding effects

Question 2

Puppy laundering

Answer 2

Some states pet stores can’t sell live dog, cat, rabbit in pet store unless obtained from animal control/humane society/rescue
Puppy mills form non-profits to “adopt” (sell) puppies as rescues-fraud, theft, unfair business practices