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Petland is the nation's largest chain of pet stores that sells puppy mill dogs. iStockphoto
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The lawsuit alleges that Petland misled thousands of consumers into believing that the puppies sold in Petland stores are healthy and come from high-quality breeders. Michelle Riley/The HSUS
Court Orders Puppy Mill Lawsuit To Proceed
A federal court in Arizona has issued a ruling allowing a lawsuit to proceed against Petland, Inc. based on allegations that the retail chain is routinely selling unhealthy puppy mill puppies to unsuspecting consumers. Read the Story Cases on the Docket
News
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February 9, 2010
Missouri Dog Advocates Enter Case to Defend Puppy Mill Initiative Against Legal Challenge
A court granted the Humane Society of Missouri and a Missouri citizen concerned for the welfare of dogs permission to enter a legal case as defendants in a challenge to the Puppy Mill Cruelty Prevention Act initiative.
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February 2, 2010
The HSUS Praises Officials for Halting Unlawful Expansion of Hunting at National Wildlife Refuge in Delaware
The HSUS welcomed a decision from the Fish and Wildlife Service to cancel a new, illegal migratory bird hunting program at Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge in Delaware.
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January 29, 2010
Saks Fifth Avenue Settles Fur False Advertising Suit
The HSUS and retailer Saks Incorporated have reached a settlement in a lawsuit alleging that several of the nation’s largest department stores and fashion designers have repeatedly engaged in false advertising and mislabeling of fur garments.
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January 28, 2010
Conservation Groups in Court to Save Highly Endangered Whales
Conservation groups, including The HSUS, challenged the U.S. Navy’s decision to build its $100 million Undersea Warfare Training Range next to the only known calving ground for the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale.