Ever feel like a broken record? Ever have the sensation of deja vu? How about preaching to the choir?? Sigh. There’s been so much news I wanted to write about lately, matters that are near and dear to our hearts, but it was all about pet stores, puppy mills, and whether to restrict or outlaw […]
Cook County Proposes Ban on Pet Store Puppy Sales
***UPDATE: The council has passed the proposal, with minor changes!! Refer to the details below, call or email to thank council !*** The city of Chicago recently passed a ban on pet stores selling dogs, cats and rabbits. While many heralded it as a positive for the future of the city and welfare of pets, some […]
A Cause to Celebrate: L.A. Barkworks Closes
Something has me stumped. A major event occurred recently in Los Angeles, California. One with significance for all who care about the welfare of pets. And yet…the L.A. media didn’t run the story – or anyone else. It sits quietly, like a well-guarded secret. Let’s blow the lid off this thing, and then rip open […]
USDA Proposed Change to Animal Welfare Act
Anyone who cares about animals, cares whether or not puppy mills continue their callous disregard of their dogs, and whether they can sneak past animal welfare laws by selling directly online. Today is the last day to submit comments on the proposed rule change to our government’s Animal Welfare Act. Puppy Mill I’ve been wanting to […]
Wake-Up Call for Western Europe
Today we are honored to host our friend Leo, of Kenzo the Hovawart. Please welcome him as he shares his important message: Kenzo and Viva (and Leo!) In Western-Europe we take pride in our legislation that ensures the welfare of dogs. Puppy mills and the sale of dogs through pet shops is restricted, if not banned. […]