Critter News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2011

The fallout from the huge puppy mill seizure is fueling calls for a review of Quebec's animal rights laws, which are abysmal even for Canada. Animal welfare workers are calling for stricter laws on breeding facilities after more than 500 allegedly malnourished dogs were seized from a Quebec puppy farm last week.

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Critter News

OCTOBER 31, 2009

And, of course, this board would be dominated by big ag's people, so I think they're right. Would such a bill lead to jurisdiction over puppy mill breeders as well? There may also be unintended consequences. It's an issue to follow though.

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Critter News

SEPTEMBER 22, 2011

One of the largest animal rescue operations in Canadian history just got a lot bigger: about 90 puppies have been born since hundreds of dogs were seized northwest of Ottawa. "We We have a lot of puppies here and a lot more puppies coming," said Rebecca Aldworth, the executive director of Humane Society International Canada.

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4 The Love Of Animals

SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

From rescued puppy mill dogs, to people who felt rescued by their dogs, the stories all have one thing in common; rescue dogs rule! In 2008, two-year-old Bill was released from a puppy mill breeder and put out to auction after spending the first two years of his life sitting in a cage.

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4 The Love Of Animals

MARCH 1, 2010

The Shift: Instead of buying your new friend from a pet store or breeder, adopt one from a shelter. If you’re not willing to go through the trials of house-training a young puppy or kitten, opting for an older shelter animal is an easy option. Here are a few great tips for future and current pet owners. Early Adopter.

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Animal Ethics

AUGUST 6, 2007

To the Editor: “ Should Most Pet Owners Be Required to Neuter Their Animals? ,” by Verlyn Klinkenborg (Editorial Observer, July 30), is right: “The rate at which dogs are purchased and euthanized in this country is not a sign of our affection for them. Breeders kill shelter animals’ chances to find good homes.

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