A Minnesota Problem: Puppy and Kitten Mills

 

Promote healthy dogs and cats

Protect animals. Help change the "system" as to how dogs and cats are bought, bred, and sold in Minnesota. How you can help. 

News, Action, and Updates

• FEDERAL: The USDA is developing regulations for retail sales — including the Internet — of pet animals under the Animal Welfare Act. See: News recent

• NEWS: Dog breeder Dayna Bell, owner of Bell Kennels in Northfield, Minnesota, was charged with multiple counts of felony animal cruelty by the Dakota County Attorney. ARTICLE (includes complaint)

• STORY: Read example of Minnesota dog breeder Kathy Bauck. The USDA permanently revoked Kathy Bauck's Animal Welfare Act (AWA) license, after repeated violations of the AWA and other laws. Read: Bauck

• NATIONAL: The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) condemns abuse of animals and releases statement for zero tolerance: AVMA statement

• MINNESOTA: In 2009, Animal Folks MN conducted a research project that showed 74% of dog/cat breeders did not have an active sales tax permit. This represents millions of dollars in lost revenue. See: Tax revenues

• PET STORES : The role of pet stores. See: Pet Stores

 

 

  

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