Have you seen what you think is a puppy mill in Minnesota? Or a backyard breeder?  Have you purchased an animal from a pet store, the Internet or a classified ad and found the dog or cat was unhealthy once you got home? Have you filed an official complaint with local authorities (sheriff) or with the Board of Veterinary Medicine?

Send us your story. The dog and cat breeding industry in Minnesota is not licensed or regulated by the State; as a result, the inhumane breeding of dogs and cats continues to grow. Not only is this an issue of animal cruelty and suffering, it is also a consumer protection issue.

IMPORTANT: We are not a law enforcement agency. If you believe you have witnessed animal abuse or neglect, or experienced a crime relating to animals, please report it. Contact your local law enforcement and the Animal Humane Society immediately. This is a legal issue. No action can be taken unless a complaint is filed.

CONDITIONS

• Please tell us your story. If you purchased an animal who was or became sick or filed an official complaint with authorities, please include specifics, such as name of breeder, date of purchase, location of breeder (city), breed of animal, health conditions of animal, interactions with breeder, etc.
• Please include your contact information: name, phone number, home address and email address.
• Use the email link (Send Story) below or mail to AnimalFolksMN, 1043 Grand Avenue, #115, St. Paul, Minnesota 55105.
• If the story involves your dog or cat, please attach photo with name and breed, if possible.

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