With the growth of the pet industry, an increased focus has been placed on the ethical treatment of animals. Many pet owners are particularly concerned about the practices of puppy mills, which have been linked to animal cruelty. Petland, one of the largest pet store chains in the United States, has long been associated with puppy mills. As such, it is important to investigate whether or not Petland still uses puppy mills to source their puppies. In this blog post, we will explore the facts surrounding Petland’s practices and investigate whether or not the company has ended their association with puppy mills. We will examine the evidence and provide readers with an informed opinion on the matter. With the information we provide, readers will be better equipped to make informed decisions when it comes to pet purchasing.
A recent news report claims that a new Ohio law aims to prevent local governments from passing regulations banning puppies from puppy mills from being sold in pet stores. The “Petland Bill” is a proposed law supported by the same-named retail chain, which operates over 15 stores in the state of Ohio. If adopted, local governments in Grove City, Ohio, would be compelled to repeal laws that forbid pet retailers like Petland from selling puppies that come from large-scale puppy breeders.
Take action: Do not support any pet store that sells commercially-bred puppies. Citizens of Ohio, contact Governor John Kasich and ask him to oppose SB 331.
Paws Down! To Petland and Ohio Senator Bob Peterson (R) for advancing state legislation that would take away a community’s right to pass anti-puppy mill ordinances.
Puppy mills operate with appalling regularity throughout the United States. Many retail pet stores, including Petland, vehemently deny their patronage of puppy mills – stating that their inventory is sourced only from “licensed breeders.” However, even breeders licensed and inspected by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) must only abide by the scant regulations of a single federal law – The Animal Welfare Act (AWA). This is the same law that sets the living standards of dogs in medical research facilities. What’s more, thousands of new puppies are churned out by breeding operations each year while as many as 11,000 dogs and cats are euthanized every day overcrowded shelters, begging the question – is there even such a thing as a “responsible puppy breeder?”
Due to concerns for animal welfare, many corporate pet store chains, including Petco, PetValu, and PetSmart, decided to discontinue selling puppies and kittens years ago. Instead, to promote adoptable pets, these stores have voluntarily partnered with nearby humane societies.
Ruby Morales of Dallas, Texas came here in great anticipation of finding a puppy. Found exactly the little guy we wanted. He was expensive, yes, but we took him home because we wanted him. Purchased on April 3, 2021, and passed away today, April 9, 2021. We called the pet shop on Wednesday to let them know he wasn’t doing well and wouldn’t eat or drink water. He wasn’t feeling good. He had vomited the night before. They had me take him into the pet store. When they returned after about 15 minutes, they said they had prepared him food and that I could take him home. The vet and tech were present at that time (I obviously didn’t see him consume anything). changed the dog’s food and instructed me to call the following day to schedule his appointment. My infant cried and refused to eat or drink much water all night. We simply held him, doing our best to make him feel safe and loved. Thursday morning I took him into the vet clinic. They assured me that despite having parasites, he would recover. They would keep an eye on him while he stayed the night. I received a call this morning, on Friday, informing me that he had died. How could a puppy die so quickly unless he already had a problem? They told me his hypoglycemia was low and he was weak and didn’t make it. We kept him away from other dogs as instructed. We have no other dogs at home. only took him outside to use the restroom and then returned inside How did I not know that this had happened to others as well and that Petland had been under investigation for incidents like this? They’d better reverse the charge since they bought the puppy and he passed away so quickly. Our family is heartbroken and doesn’t even want another one at the moment until we can move past what happened, so I will NOT be making a monthly payment for a puppy I don’t even have.
Juan Ryan Sastre Holiday, FL Excessively expensive! I have no intention of spending $4,400 on a pet. They were not willing to work with us. It’s bad when the dog runs away from the employees because that means they aren’t being treated well. I feel bad for the golden retriever that my wife and I were planning to purchase. I hope he finds a good home and leaves that shop, but I feel bad for the person they overcharge.
I originally posted this review months ago, but I’d like to change it now that they’ve changed owners. Ronda S Wagner Irwin, PA Ive never felt more disrespected and ignored. We were considering getting a puppy as we entered because we recently lost one after 15 years. We found a mini goldendoodle we fell in love with. The young lady who assisted us was kind to the puppies, but the manager—I believe her name was Janna—was abhorrent to not only her employee who was working in front of us but to us three times in a row. The young girl who was kindly assisting us in front of me was repeatedly made fun of by her. Never once apologizing or even acknowledging that we were there. Despite considering not buying the puppy because of how unfriendly and rude she was, we ultimately decided to do so. Never once did they smile or even mention the dog to us. We had questions, none of which were addressed to us, and we were told that if we brought our dog in for a checkup and anything came up, they would reimburse us for the prescription. However, she was also standing in front of us while speaking to the employee. Well my dog had hookworms. So I bought some medications and presented the information to them. However, their response was that I should have first checked with them to see if they could fill the prescription since I never received any information to the contrary. They also claimed that credit was given for the medications upon presentation of the receipt and within ten days of the puppy purchase. So now thats 30 dollars more added to my price. The women who work there, from what I can tell, are incredibly kind and compassionate, but the two managers I spoke with, especially Janna, were clearly unprepared to deal with people. If I had the owner’s contact information, I’d love to talk to him. UPDATE: Upon speaking with the new owner, I initially believed that I was being valued as a person and a customer who had just spent thousands of dollars. However, Janna was not fired as I had been led to believe. She was let go. Unless necessary at the Monroeville location, it appears that being let go means being transferred to another store. This, in my opinion, was not only a dubious maneuver but also a flat-out lie intended to convince me to remove my posts and stop whining in public. When I saw Janna in the store again, I was upset, disappointed, and quite disregarded. For the time being, I declined the offer of compensation because I believed the owner was acting morally. Actually, his only motive was to do what was right for him and his business. Enjoy your weekend. #petlandmonroeville #petlandusa #liarliarpantsonfire #kdkatv #wtaetv.
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Enhancing the human-animal bond and giving its customers lifelong companions are two of Petland’s main goals. Petland promotes the best standards of pet care and is dedicated to enhancing conditions for all dogs in the areas it serves. Petland brags about the health and happiness of its puppies as family pets. Petland puppies come from the following sources:
“Puppy selling pet stores, including Dallas Petland, source puppies from puppy-mill breeders and brokers in the Midwest, where dogs are bred in horrific conditions and then transported for thousands of miles into the city,” said Lauren Loney, the Texas state director of the The Humane Society of the United States.
Other cities in Texas, such as Austin, Fort Worth, College Station and San Antonio,, have adopted similar ordinances. Pet stores like PetSmart and Petco do not sell cats or dogs. Theyve partnered with local animal welfare organizations to provide adoptions.
FAQ
How do you tell if a puppy is from a puppy mill?
- They Don’t Know, or Don’t Share The Puppy’s Parents. …
- The Breeders Won’t Let You See The Kennel. …
- They Focus on More Than One Breed. …
- They Don’t Ask You to Sign Paperwork. …
- They Offer The Puppy When It’s Too Young. …
- The Pup Hasn’t Had Its Shots.
Are there still puppy mills in the US?
Puppy mills still exist, with about 10,000 in the United States and 2 million puppies produced annually.
How do you tell if a website is a puppy mill?
These warning signs point to a puppy mill in operation: The vendor has a wide variety of purebred or “designer” hybrid breeds of dogs. Puppies are being sold at less than six weeks old. The breeder/seller is “in another state” and will ship a puppy without first setting up a face-to-face meeting.
Why does Petland charge so much?
Petland sells a lot of expensive pets and products. The costs of getting the animals from other breeds and running their business to keep them alive account for a large portion of their expenses.