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September 21, 2011
Dogs Seized from Vermont Puppy Mill Now Receiving Care at Multiple Vt. and Mass. Shelters
Twelve dogs are now finding refuge at the Second Chance Animal Shelter in East Brookfield, Mass., after being rescued from a suspected puppy mill in Bakersfield, Vt., in July.
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September 15, 2011
Five Pet Store Chains Take ‘Puppy Friendly’ Pledge
Thanks to the efforts of local advocates, 46 pet stores across the nation have recently signed The Humane Society of the United States' Puppy Friendly Pet Stores pledge — committing not to sell puppies, and instead support local animal adoption programs and provide literature that helps customers learn how to locate a responsible dog breeder.
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September 13, 2011
Pet Mills Churn out More Than Puppies
When choosing a pet, think about whether your dollars might be supporting a cruel pet mill.
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August 16, 2011
The HSUS Applauds N.J. Attorney General for Taking Action Against Alleged Dealer of Sick and Dying Puppies
The HSUS commends N.J. Attorney General Paula T. Dow and the State Division of Consumer Affairs for filing suit against unscrupulous dog dealer, Allan Levine.
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August 15, 2011
HBO Exposes Puppy Mills
The documentary "Madonna of the Mills" focuses on Laura from New York, who rescues dogs from puppy mills and finds them new homes. Kathleen Summers of The HSUS's Puppy Mill campaign is interviewed in the film, which debuts on HBO on August 24, 2011.
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August 9, 2011
The HSUS Praises Missouri Attorney General for Cracking Down on Third Substandard Puppy Mill this Summer
The HSUS praised Missouri Attorney General Chris Koster for ordering the closure of another puppy mill after inspections conducted by the Missouri Department of Agriculture reportedly documented woeful conditions at the facility.
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August 5, 2011
“Dirty Dozen” Puppy Mill Posing as Dog Rescue Group
A complaint from The HSUS contends that Laymon is violating the state’s consumer protection law, also known as the Missouri Merchandising Practices Act, by deceiving the public into believing that the dogs in her operation are rescued from other facilities, when in fact many of the dogs may be coming directly from her puppy mill.
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July 27, 2011
The HSUS Helps Rescue 54 Dogs from Vermont Puppy Mill
The HSUS' Animal Rescue Team was called in Tuesday by the Vermont State Police to assist in the rescue of 54 dogs from a Bakersfield, Vt. property.
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July 22, 2011
Teamwork by Humane Groups Pays Off for Nearly 90 Rescued Animals
Dogs trapped in misery on a rural North Carolina puppy mill have been spared and given care and a temporary home at the Norfolk SPCA. Eighty dogs, plus five cats and four rabbits, were rescued on Thursday near Hertford, N.C., after law enforcement officials called The HSUS and asked for help.
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July 5, 2011
Crunchtime Allies: HSUS and Pets Alive Team Up for Puppy Mill Rescue
In Indiana, Pets Alive spay/neuter clinic steps out of its comfort zone and steps up for puppy mill dogs.
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June 29, 2011
The HSUS Praises Missouri Attorney General for Taking Steps to Shut Down Problem Breeder
Missouri Attorney General Chris Koster has filed a temporary restraining order against Linda Brisco, owner of Moser Kennel of Monett, Mo.
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June 17, 2011
The HSUS Applauds New Texas Laws on Cockfighting, Puppy Mills, Animal Cruelty
The HSUS applauds Texas lawmakers and Gov. Rick Perry for enacting several important measures to strengthen Texas’s protections for animals.
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June 16, 2011
Hundreds of Dogs Rescued from N.C. Puppy Mill
The HSUS' Animal Rescue Team was called in by Caldwell County Animal Control to assist in the rescue of approximately 300 dogs from a Hudson, North Carolina property.
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June 15, 2011
The HSUS Responds to New Missouri Dog Law Outlined by Gov. Nixon
HSUS president and CEO Wayne Pacelle responds to the press conference given by Gov. Jay Nixon and other state officials to explain new enforcement programs to monitor large-scale, commercial dog-breeding facilities in the state.
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June 1, 2011
Puppy Mill Dog's Prayers Answered
A dog named Mantis goes from the loneliness and neglect of a Missouri puppy mill to a new life of health, happiness, and companionship—and touches hearts along the way.
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May 24, 2011
Animal Advocates Praise Texas Senate for Passage of Puppy Mill Bill
Animal welfare advocates including Texas Humane Legislation Network, the ASPCA® and The Humane Society of the United States applaud the Texas state Senate for passing a bill to provide state oversight of large-scale commercial breeding facilities, known as puppy mills.
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May 19, 2011
Expo 2011: Celebrating 20 Years of Progress
Expo 2011 celebrated 20 years of progress in animal care and marked the retirement of HSUS Vice President for Companion Animals John Snyder.
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May 18, 2011
“Dirty Dozen” Kennel Shut Down in Missouri
The Missouri Attorney General has ordered S&S Family Puppies of Milan, Mo. to shut its doors and remain closed for at least eight years. The kennel was named as one of the worst puppy mills in the country in The HSUS' 2010 and 2011“Dirty Dozen” reports.
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May 10, 2011
Animal Advocates Lobby Ohio Lawmakers for Humane Legislation
Citizens from across Ohio participating in Humane Lobby Day 2011 will meet with lawmakers to urge them to pass legislation ranging from cracking down on puppy mills and illegal cockfighting, to increasing the penalties for animal abuse and including animals in domestic violence and restraining orders.
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May 6, 2011
New Jersey Pet Store Owner Guilty of Animal Cruelty
The HSUS reacts to the conviction of Karen Alexander, owner of Puppy Palace Pet Store in Burlington County, N.J., on several charges, including animal cruelty, stemming from the mistreatment of dogs for sale in her store.
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April 29, 2011
Purebred Dogs: What Price Purity?
Sir Batrick Bateson addresses unhealthy dog breeding practices in his keynote speech at The HSUS's Purebred Paradox conference.
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April 28, 2011
He's Got Talent: Micah Staub Has a Way with Puppy Mill Dogs
A boy with learning disabilities finds fulfilllment working with dogs who love him just the way he is.
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April 27, 2011
Animal Welfare Groups Respond to Signing of Senate Bill 113
The HSUS and other animal welfare organizations issued statements in reaction to Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon’s signing of SB 113 to repeal Proposition B, the Puppy Mill Cruelty Prevention Act.
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April 25, 2011
Missouri Teen Campaigns for Prop B
Missouri high school junior Maria Smith got out the vote for Prop B—and is now fighting to keep the voter-supported initiative to protect dogs in effect.
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April 18, 2011
Statements in Response to “Compromise” Announced by Gov. Nixon and the Missouri Dept. of Agriculture
Several animal welfare organizations that provided major support for Missourians for the Protection of Dogs and the campaign to pass Proposition B, the Puppy Mill Cruelty Prevention Act, issued the statements in response to the “compromise” announced today by Gov. Jay Nixon and the Missouri Department of Agriculture.
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