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Quebec to Review Puppy Mill Laws

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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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Unexpected Farm Animal Deal in Ohio

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Animal welfare groups led by the Humane Society of the United States have agreed to abandon a fall ballot issue against animal cruelty as part of a deal with state farm groups brokered by Gov. I know many will disagree with me and say it's a cop-out, but I'll take what I can get. From the Associated Press.

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Farm Animal Welfare Fight Heats Up in Ohio

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The Humane Society and other groups oppose it as a power grab by big agriculture to prevent another Proposition 2 (the initiative passed last year in California to improve standards for farm animal care.) Would such a bill lead to jurisdiction over puppy mill breeders as well? There may also be unintended consequences.

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Lost Souls: Found!

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Not only that, but a portion of the book profits are donate to a breed specific rescue group. From rescued puppy mill dogs, to people who felt rescued by their dogs, the stories all have one thing in common; rescue dogs rule! We also love that they donate to the great work being done by rescue groups.