Have you ever seen a Puppy Mill? Back Yard Breeder? Broker?

Question

For those of you who have, PLEASE post links so those who have no clue what they are and what they do can learn some very important things.
PLEASE!
Also please tell some of the horror that is found in them, and where all these cute little pet store puppies come from!
Tell the differences between them all, what they do, and then what a Reputable Breeder is, and why it's so important to deal with one.
NO I DON'T BREED, "I use to do so" but I don't breed now, and have not for a while. It's just it's so danged important to get the word out!

Answer 1

i can send you ALOT of link...you need to go on myspace and look MANY rescues are on there networking for every breed...you can help out alot...myspace is getting alot of negative press but our rescue has gotten 3 great adopters so far as all the rescues are working to getehr to save lives on there....get a profile and add all of us...its awesome!!!


http://www.myspace.com/adoptacockerspaniel

Answer 2

A puppy mill has several breeds of dogs and breeds them continuously. They are only in it for the money and the dogs live outside in cages and have no human contact except to feed them and take away the puppies. A good breeder has only one breed of dog, often not more than 7-10 dogs (puppy mills have up to 100 or more at a time) and the dogs live in the house. The good breeder will show and only have a few litters a year, always trying to get a better show dog out of the breeding. The puppies that don't make the cut will be sold as pets on a spay/neuter contract. A puppy mill breeds their bitches every season (a ***** should be rested between seasons) and they also will breed their bitches till they are 9-10 years old or die which ever comes first. A good breeder never breeds a dog over 4 years old. Back yard breeders are also in it for the money but they don't get as large as the puppy mill and don't always sell to pet shops. Usually they will advertise in the local paper. When you go to their house you will see maybe one or two dogs plus the pups. They may even be in the house although usually in rather bad condition. Often they will offer to meet you because they “live in the country”. A good breeder will have you come to their house. A back yard breeder won’t know about the health problems of the breed (often it’s a mix anyway) and they don’t know about temperament issues. A good breeder will drill the potential buyer about where they live, if they have a fenced yard, and if the potential buyer has had a dog before and what happened to that dog. They usually have a waiting list for puppies since they don’t breed much. Back yard breeders often have health problems as the person doesn't have the parents checked. The person will know little or nothing about the past history of the parents and will often allow the pups to go home at too early an age. For a large breed you should never be allowed to take them home before 8 weeks and for small not before 12 weeks of age. You will also not be provided with a health guarantee (a good breeder provides a one year guarantee and will take the dog back all through its life should you not want it). I could go on and on but my fingers are becoming tired! If you want a puppy from a good breeder go to a dog show and talk to somebody there. You can trust pretty much all the people who show but still be careful as the odd crook sneaks in now and again.

Answer 3

For anyone that has HBO check out the documentary "Dealing Dogs" for a first hand look at Class B dealers. Back yard breeders are all across the country and most states have no violations to enforce back yard breeders unless there is documented abuse or neglect. The court system and judges are only just acknowledging animal cruelty as an offense. As for the puppy mills, again most states do not have the laws to enforce any penalties on puppy mills. Most millers have taken their trade deep into back woods to elude any possible charges since they primarily supply pet stores and not the general public. Stricter laws to protect animals is needed, talking about how bad it is might get some folks fired up to do something and really make a difference in the lives of animals that are bred every heat cycle, kept in wire bottomed cages shared with other dogs with the stench of their feces and urine taking your breath away. Their feet are so splayed from the wire they will never recover, while most display signs of stress circling the cages as if trying to catch their tails or constantly barking and crying. Yes we are a fine example of human compassion when it comes to domesticated animals! It can start in your community, by demanding from elected officials to support legislation to protect animals and punish the offenders.

Answer 4

I have been to a commercial breeders (whom I am sure people here would probably call a puppy mill as they don't know the difference)and also a brokers kennel.
Clean, well run, on staff Vet, staff that seems to genuinely care about the dogs and spends some time handling them daily. The broker DOES NOT buy from places that don't meet the same standards.

Yeah, I am sure you don't want to hear the actual fact that most are not like the AR people say. MOST CBs are USDA inspected (to VERY strict standards), and there ARE cruelty laws to deal with the REAL puppy mills that ARE neglecting or abusing their animals.

*I* would never buy a commercially bred puppy (and do try to steer people away from them), but many people do, and that is their decision. If they are not happy with their decision, then maybe they will do it differently next time.

Answer 5

I have a backyard breeder living next door. they have 6 beagles living in two 6x8 foot wire kennels with one wooden crate each for shelter. They started with one pair, and have been breeding from the same pair's first litter for 4 or 5 years.
As far as I know, they have never been bathed, treated for fleas or heartworms, or been to the vet for anything other than the required vaccinations.
The floor is gravel and it gets the poo raked out once a year or so. They live outside all year in the illinois summer heat and cold winters.

At least they get food and water once a day and tied out in the grass for an afternoon every other week or so. The owners aren't breaking any laws in the county, so there is nothing that can legally be done.

Answer 6

I know what your talking about. I did placement for a course Im doing at the moment and had to go with the vet to this puppy factory and help to do health checks, it broke me & I wanted to break in and take all the puppies. I couldnt say anything but these men were horrible and had no love or compassion for these animals. I never did like pet shops anyway and was aware of puppry farms but to see this factory first hand was disgusting. The public are not aware what they are supporting by buying animals from pet shops.

Answer 7

Well I know not to buy from puppy mills, but I did buy a shih-tzu puppy from a backyard breeder 2 years ago (and all backyard breeders are not bad) My shih-tzu pup is now 2 years old and very beautiful with a flowing coat. The breeder had given him all his shots, including rabies and is very healthy even today. I'm very glad I bought him.

Answer 8

No, and I hope I never do. It is cruel to the dogs in our world. There are already too many to be caref for properly.. I am NOT in favor of such puppy mills