Breaking News and the updates from the Animal Legal Defense Fund. I have attached for everyone the breaking news and the updates regarding many of our concerns regarding the laws that are govening them. Pit Bull's being banned in Montreal, new update. Companion Pets, at what cost does one analyze the value of your Companion, especially when one is seriously injured. Our Grey Wolves in the spotlight again, they are an Endangered Species, and their protection should be guaranteed at all cost. Chickens and their extreme cruelty they face everyday, please take the time to read all the victories and updates for all animals. Another BRAVO to the Animal Legal Defense Fund for all of their work bringing justice for all animals, wildlife and marine life. Mahalo

Animal Law Update is a monthly feature designed to keep our law student and legal professional network informed about the latest in animal law news. On Dec. 1, 2016, the Quebec Court of Appeal overturned a lower court ruling that had temporarily suspended new provisions of Montreal’s animal control by-law banning “pit bull-type dogs.” The suspension order was the result of a lawsuit filed by the Montreal SPCA against the city shortly after the ban went into effect on Oct. 3, 2016. The SPCA argued that the breed-specific provisions in the by-law ran counter “to article 898.1 of the Civil Code of Quebec, which grants animals the status of sentient beings.” The organization also charged that the definition of “pit bull” in the new by-law is too vague. Read on for the details in this developing case. Last month, the Ohio Sixth District Court of Appeals reversed a lower court decision that had relied on a strict property analysis in restricting damages to fair market value in a case that involved the serious injury of a companion dog. Ruling that “substantial justice was not done,” the appellate court remanded the case back to the Toledo Municipal Court, instructing it to recalculate the damages to reflect the fact “that pets do not have the same characteristics as other forms of personal property, such as a table or sofa which is disposable and replaceable at our convenience.” Learn more about the latest case on intrinsic value. Great Lakes gray wolves are still protected by the Endangered Species Act (ESA), but their status has been challenged multiple times. On Nov. 23, 2016, the State of Michigan Court of Appeals overturned the Scientific Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, also known as Public Act 281, which would have allowed wolves in Michigan to be hunted if they are ever removed from the federal ESA list. The decision was the result of a lawsuit brought by Keep Michigan Wolves Protected (KMWP), which challenged the state Natural Resources Commission’s authority to classify gray wolves as a “game species.” Read more about attempts to legalize wolf hunts in Michigan. On Nov. 17, 2016, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a lower court’s dismissal of a lawsuit challenging California’s ban on the sale of shell eggs obtained from sources that do not comply with its animal care standards. The standards were set by Proposition 2, or the Prevention of Farm Animal Cruelty Act, passed in 2008, which prohibits the confinement of farmed animals in spaces so small they cannot turn around freely, lie down, stand up and fully extend their limbs. Most egg-laying hens cannot do that in “battery cages,” the cramped and tiny cages that have become industry standard and are outlawed by the new law. Learn about this latest challenge to Proposition 2. While much of the nation’s focus has been riveted on the outcome of the recent presidential election, voters in a handful of states also decided important ballot measures related to animal protection last week. Massachusetts voters overwhelmingly approved An Act to Prevent Cruelty to Farm Animals, Oklahoma voters rejected the dangerous State Question 777 and Oregonians approved the Wildlife Trafficking Prevention Act. Read on to learn more about each win and how the Animal Legal Defense Fund will fight for animal protection no matter the political climate.

BREAKING NEWS!!! Humane Society International has just in the past few hours received word, that South Korea, which has some of the largest dog meat slaughterhouses throughout the providences of Asia, will be shutting down every one of them. Government officials will be helping the vendors and farmers rebuild and create new businesses for them and their families. This is a MAJOR VICTORY.. it is a Miracle.. Mahalo to everyone who signed and shared their Petitions, and BRAVO to Humane Society International for paving the way and never giving up!! Mahalo

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  There is hope. Woohae Cho/AP Images for HSI

Moran Market is South Korea’s largest dog meat market. It supplies one third of all the dog meat consumed in the country, selling an estimated 80,000 dogs—dead or alive—each year.

Now, an incredible announcement: It’s shutting down.

According to The Korea Herald, all 22 dog meat vendors will start removing slaughter facilities and dog cages next week and will completely move them out by early May.

Seongnam City has agreed to provide financial support for them to refurbish their shops for new businesses—a model very similar to the one HSI has been using to transition dog meat farmers out of the trade.

Although Humane Society International was not involved in this particular decision. It was  clear proof  that their model is succeeding and being considered and adopted by government officials. They are working very hard to hold their commitment in safeguarding animals from cruelty. Seongnam Mayor Lee Jae-myung, quoting Mahatma Gandhi, told The Korea Herald: “Seongnam City will take the initiative to transform South Korea’s image since ‘the greatness of a nation can be judged by the way its animals are treated.’”

To date, Humane Society International has closed five dog meat farms and rescued and transported 572 dogs to the United States and Canada to be placed in loving new homes. Our team has also been working to change the perception of “meat dogs” as being somehow different from “pet dogs.”

Humane Society International's ultimate goal is a ban on the dog meat trade, and their strategy is to create the right political and societal circumstances to make this possible.

Officials with Seongnam City have come to an agreement with the 22 dog meat vendors of Moran dog meat market to help them close and refurbish their store fronts to new businesses, a model very similar to the HSI farm closure strategy. The market currently supplies one-third of all dog meat consumed in South Korea, meaning that one-third of the dog meat supply, and the endless suffering that accompanies it, will soon be gone for good.

As soon as next week, slaughterhouses will start to shut down and the cages will start to be removed, with the sale of dog meat in the market ending once and for all by the end of May, 2017

This is an amazing VICTORY for Humane Society International and their tenacity never giving up the fight to save all dogs from slaughter and to shut down Dog Meat Farms throughout Asia.  NOW LETS STOP "CHINA"

Breaking News!!! Australia is about cave in to a very big coal complex that will destroy their Great Barrier Reef. This is the second time they have tried to build their coal complex and now Australia is about to give them a $1billion loan. The Reef is home to many of Endangered Species of Marine life, as well as our sea turtles. This is a wonder of the WORLD.. WE CAN STOP IT AND EVERY SIGNATURE COUNTS ON THIS PETITION.. Please sign and share it is a matter of life and death to the MAGNIFICENT GREAT BARRIER REEF... we can do this!! Mahalo

The Australian government wants to give a $1bn loan to a toxic coal complex next to the Great Barrier Reef, threatening the home of sea turtles and more! we can stop the reef-killing deal with a massive call in Australian media:

Please sign the enclosed PETITION...

               " IT IS A MATTER OF LIFE AND DEATH TO AUSTRALIA'S GREAT BARRIER REEF"

They're trying to put a toxic coal complex next to the magical Great Barrier Reef! It’s a crazy plan, but we’ve got a chance to stop it. 

The Australian government wants to give $1 billion to build a massive coal complex that could destroy the sea floor home of turtles and tropical fish. But first an independent panel must approve the loan, and they’ve never come under public pressure.  

It’s time to make them feel the heat. Let’s put this reef-killing deal in a global spotlight with a million person petition and a massive campaign in the Australian media — add your name: 

Click to save the Great Barrier Reef

The Reef is one of our planet’s natural wonders but it's dying fast. Scientists say it’s literally being cooked to death by waters warmed by climate change. This coal complex is so gigantic it will make warming worse - for the reef and all of us!

The Australian government is desperate to create jobs, but reports show the coal complex will cost $680,000 in taxpayer money for each new job created. It's an epically stupid plan.    

This is a do or die moment for the reef-wrecking coal complex: the company behind it is buried in debt, and without this loan their finances could fall apart. Let’s stop the reef-killing deal — add your voice now:  

Click to save the Great Barrier Reef

Avaaz has always had everyone's back and has mobilized almost every time to blocking the financing and support for this coal complex! This could be the last time — let's get an epic win for the planet, and for future generations. 


PS - Every signature really does matter! Sign here. 

MORE INFORMATION
Great Barrier Reef Hit by Worst Coral Die-Off on Record (New York Times)
http://www.nytimes.com/2016/11/29/world/australia/great-barrier-reef-coral-bleaching.html

Adani coal mine: green groups fume over plan for $1b federal loan (The Guardian)
https://www.theguardian.com/business/2016/dec/03/adani-coal-mine-green-groups-fume-over-plan-for-1b-federal-loan 

ASPCA Biggest Newsletter... I have enclosed for everyone their final issue of ASPCA ACTION.. many of you are not members, but you can now read all the wonderful stories online . In this final issue for this year. you will capture for yourself their innovative work with all animals. The full operation of a rescue, ways to help continue to shut down puppy mills and so much more.. Many of these stories are very heart warming on rescues to adoptions. There is a story for everyone...I have been a member of ASPCA ACTION TEAM, Washington DC. and worked very closely with the ASPCA TEAM to stop slaughter plants for horses from opening in every state. We helped change the laws , and set precedents for all of our horses. This was a MAJOR VICTORY FOR all of us working diligently speaking one on one to sentors and state representives to pass new regulations and bring a halt to this barbaric action against our horses. We will continue this fight to stop all horses from being trucked over the borders. Severe neglect, horrific abuse to dogs, cats, lab animals and our farm animals is everywhere.. I hope one day we all will take the extra step and help an animal in desperate need, as we all need to be the Angels of Kindness we were meant to be.. I hope everyone takes the time to read and share.. Mahalo

Your member magazine, ASPCA Action, is now available online.

We’re pleased to announce the arrival of the year’s third and final issue of ASPCA Action, our member magazine, which is now available to download or read online. ASPCA Action highlights our innovative, hands-on work across the country and demonstrates how your support is making a real difference for animals.  In this issue, you’ll find: An exclusive look behind the scenes of an ASPCA animal rescue operation, and what it really takes to save lives on a large scale. Two important new actions you can take to fight puppy mills. Animal health tips, including de-stinkifying a skunked pet and choosing the right flea prevention treatment.   Heartwarming rescue and adoption stories from supporters like you. The progress updates we share in ASPCA Action would not be possible without your support—please help us continue advancing the welfare of our nation’s animals by making a gift today. See you in 2017!

Breaking News... Center of Biological Diversity.. for all who do not receive their newsletter.. here are some very interesting facts on what is to happen to the Endangered Species Act.. as well as all Wildlife, Habitats and their struggle to survive. What lies ahead and the barbaric actions that will be intended for all Species of animals.. I hope you take the time to read and share.. Mahalo

Hi Tia, 

Help Us Fight Back for Wildlife

It's been a week since Donald Trump was elected, and as impossible as it seemed seven days ago, the news has gotten worse. The first post-election steps taken by Trump and his team are heart-stopping for wildlife and wild places.

Now that the shock has worn off, I'm angry -- angry at the wildlife that will die, at the wild places that will be forever destroyed, at the possibility of Interior Secretary Sarah Palin. I'm angry to see the work of a quarter-century threatened by the election of a man who claims that climate change is a Chinese hoax.

Now it's time to turn that anger into action. The Center is going to be spending the next four years doing everything we can to stand between the Trump administration and the safety of our wildlife, the viability of our climate, the health of our people and the preservation of the wild places we all love.We'll do whatever it takes -- in the courts, on the streets and in the halls of power -- to win for the wild. You can help by making a donation today to the Wildlife and Wild Places Defense Fund.

One of Trump's first actions was naming industry hatchet man Myron Ebell to head up environmental issues for his transition team. Ebell may be best known for his coal industry-funded attacks on climate science, but at the Center we've known Myron a long time, from back when he was working in Congress to gut the Endangered Species Act. He may finally get his wish, and endangered species, from wolves to monarch butterflies, will pay the deadly price.

Many of our crucial victories are now in jeopardy, including the protection of more than 600 endangered species and half a billion acres of habitat and the defeat of the Keystone XL pipeline. Three of Trump's 7 stated priorities for his first day in office are aimed at the environment, including opening our public lands to oil, gas and coal production. Not only will Donald Trump not stop the Dakota Access Pipeline, he's personally invested in the project.

We will have to fight each of these proposals one by one, from the border wall to drilling in the Arctic -- and everywhere in between. Fighting the Trump administration on all these different fronts at once won't be cheap, which is why we need you to step up today with a contribution to the Wildlife and Wild Places Defense Fund.

We won't despair. Yes, Trump's vision is dark. His election shocks us deeply. But American democracy is strong, and our commitment to wildlife, wild places, clean air, clean water and social justice is unwavering. We will regroup, reenergize and hit harder every day.

We hope you're with us, because we're in the fight of our lives.

For the wild,

Kierán Suckling Executive Director Center for Biological Diversity @KieranSuckling

EMERGENCY !! THEY ABANDONED FLOYD TO DIE IN THE STREET !! WE MUST SAVE H...

He'Art of Rescue, Europe, has done another miracle rescue... please share and if anyone can help please do so... they are by our standards here in the US a 501c3... work only on donations.. and grants where they can get them.. $2.00- or $5.00 helps there for medicines.
Please help and share.. Mahalo Tia poidogsanuenue.blogspot.com

This was a breaking story.. He'Art of Rescue... Who are they??... they are a registered organization and their headquarters are located in Amsterdam, Netherlands and operate out of Turkey. They rescue very abused, tortured animals in critical condition. They are a very large international group which started with one person. Now they are scattered around the world, saving, rehabilitating and re-homing both cats and dogs. Rima Nur is the founder and Chairman of the Board of He'Art.. she started her quest in Turkey helping animals in distress and re-homing. She studied Medicine and then turned her knowledge on rescuing, which became a passion. Today they have teams in Norway, Germany, Netherlands, and throughout the UK. They too work as all rescues throughout the world, tirelessly dedicating everyday to help save, protect and re-home. Setting up a rescue is not as easy as one thinks, when it comes to certain countries. They do have to work around many regulations, whether it is facebook, fundraisers and have many restrictions put upon them. They do rely on private donations, from supporters, as do our rescues here in the US.. but they have a remarkable following of supporters. I do have friends from Germany who do know of this organization and their continued dedication in helping all animals throughout the world. Their stories, as do the stories from PETA, Humane Society International, ASPCA and from our local rescues are very heart wrenching and one has to think, how can any person be so incredibly barbaric in their actions towards animals. Please visit them http://heartofrescuetr.org/ it does give a better picture and you will meet teams involved in this organization... Mahalo

http://heartofrescuetr.org/

EMERGENCY !!! INCREDIBLE CRUELTY !!! KIDS DROWNED PASCAL IN GLUE !!! HE IS BARELY BREATHING !  WATCH WHAT HAPPENED TO PASCAL NOW !!

CLICK TO WATCH

What happened to him is beyond the limit of your wildest imagination. He is the victim of a group of kids who found it funny to drown him in glue and drag him in the mud. The glue became a second skin in time and as thick as the cement preventing the blood flow to several points in his body. As we take him out of his box and put on the ground , Pascal moans in pain dragging his two feet. They seem to be broken during the accident. He finds a dark corner in the examination room where he hides from us. His stare meets ours in this incredible moment of shock : betrayal , terror and pain seemed to have almost materialized in his broken soul. He is just a baby yet but his eyes look much older. He is expecting the worst.

Pascal suffers from extreme damage to his skin by the burn of the chemical . A thorough blood test will show the extent of the damage the kids done on him however our doctors can say that his recovery will not be easy. We will need every help to restore Pascal's health to what it was before the cruel kids did this to him...

Read What Happened to PASCAL NEXT HERE

OR IF YOU DO NOT WISH TO READ FURTHER BUT SIMPLY HELP PASCAL GET BACK ON HER FEET please help us SAVE PASCAL by contributing whatever you can through the secure paypal donation buttons below. THANK YOU FOR BEING PART OF THIS!

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Living With Wolves... Defenders of Wildlife, has a beautiful video on our wolves and how we, as well as our government run services, ranchers, landlords, can co-exist with wolves.. Wolves are a precious piece of our ecosystem by maintaining it's balance. For all of us that want to co-exist with all animals in a peaceful civilization, we must stop our barbaric actions in every sense of the word against all animals. I hope you share this video, and become a Defender for our wolves.. Extinct is forever and our wolves are a very Endangered Species.. Mahalo

People and Wolves Can Coexist

Dear Tia, You care about wolves. And you and I will never give up on our quest to see wolf populations healthy and growing. Majestic wolves must be free to run in the wild. But people pose the greatest threat to wolves today. Wolf recovery is working. Wolves are now living in areas where they were once wiped out - places like Oregon, Washington, Arizona, New Mexico and California. They are helping restore the balance of nature once again. But more wolves on the land brings more people into close contact with wolves. And when conflicts occur, the wolves are blamed. But it’s not their fault. They’re just doing what they’ve always done...looking for food and raising their young. Reducing conflicts between wolves and people is one of the best ways to advance wolf recovery for the long term. I hope you'll take a moment to watch our video for a glimpse into what we're doing to help people and wolves live together. We must never accept a "shoot first and ask questions later" approach to living with wolves, or any wildlife. Too much hard work has gone into the decades of gray wolf recovery efforts that have brought these amazing creatures back from the brink in the lower 48 states. There is still a lot of work to be done. And Defenders of Wildlife is here to do it. We're partnering with landowners, livestock producers, biologists, community leaders, other conservationists and state and tribal agencies to develop creative solutions...like flag fencing and range riders that reduce the chances that livestock will encounter wolves. Our smart solutions are aimed at creating important dialogues and finding solutions while always putting the wolves first. Together, you and I can save more wildlife – from wolves to panthers, bears to black-footed ferrets. Watch our video to learn more about how we’re making it happen. I hope you feel good knowing you are part of the solution when you support Defenders of Wildlife. You are helping wildlife thrive in their natural habitats andhelping people appreciate the wild world around them. Sincerely, Jamie Rappaport Clark President, Defenders of Wildlife P.S. Watch our video now to learn how your support for Defenders of Wildlife is helping wildlife and people coexist.

WOLVES get a shot in the arm from the people of Oregon.... How Awesome.. All predator animals are very crucial to our whole ecosystem of life... they balance our ecosystems and bring a healthy balance to all life... Our WOLVES are very detrimental to this process.. we need more education and we must do more to save and protect them from extinction... Government officials need better ways than to go rogue on our wolves, and they must initiate safety measures for our wolves and their pups. Now is the time for our government to encourage ranchers to work with wolf coalitions and stop trophy hunting in all the Northwestern States and throughout the nation... Mahalo

Poll: Most Oregonians Oppose Wolf Hunting A new poll finds that the vast majority of Oregon voters -- from both rural and urban areas -- oppose hunting as a way to manage wolves and believe wildlife officials wrongly removed state protections from wolves last November. The poll also revealed that most Oregonians believe nonlethal methods should be the primary focus in reducing conflicts between wolves and livestock. The poll was commissioned by the Pacific Wolf Coalition, which includes the Center for Biological Diversity, and comes as the state reviews its wolf-management plan -- and while our court fight continues to reinstate statewide protections. "Oregonians value wolves and feel that the state should be doing more to protect them, including resolving conflicts with livestock without resorting to guns and traps," said Amaroq Weiss, the Center's West Coast wolf organizer. Get more from KTVZ News. Mahalo,

Breaking News.. American Wild Horse Newsletter...I have attached for those who do not get their BREAKING news... APPELLATE COURT ruling that the government officials have broken the law in their illegal roundups of our Wild Horses and Mustangs.. This is a great victory for all who work tirelessly to save and protect our Wild Horses from slaughter, and sterilization... Petitions did work in our favor... Please click on read more..... this is a LANDMARK DECISION..Mahalo

Tia,

I have some big news.

We have been fighting for five long years to stop the BLM's wipeout of Wyoming's wild horses. Today, for the second time this week, the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals has handed wild horses a major legal victory! The court ruled that the BLM broke two federal laws when it rounded up 1,262 wild horses from the Wyoming Checkerboard in 2014.

This is huge! It means that the BLM's proposed 2016 Checkerboard roundup is also illegal! The BLM just notified the court that it was pulling the plug on this latest roundup of 500 wild horses, which was scheduled to start onOctober 18! Not only that, the decision permanently prevents BLM from treating the public lands as private and allowing ranchers to dictate whether or not wild horses will be allowed to live on our public lands. 

This is our third major victory for wild horses in just over a month! On Monday, the Tenth Circuit ruled that BLM is not required to remove horses from public lands just because the population exceeds arbitrarily-established population limits. And on September 9, the BLM dropped plans to conduct dangerous surgical sterilization experiments on wild horses in Oregon, citing the lawsuit filed by AWHPC and The Cloud Foundation as the reason for its decision.

I hope that you will take the time to read more about the Tenth Circuit's precedent-setting decision and savor this latest victory for wild horses and burros. We look forward to working together to get fair and humane treatment for our beloved wild horses and burros. 

Many thanks for all you do... I hope you have a great weekend!    

- Suzanne

ANATOMY OF A PUPPY MILL RESCUE... ALDF had an amazing victory in shutting down one of the largest puppy mills, and now is the anatomy of shutting one down and the statistic of how many puppies,dogs,cats, livestock, wildlife and birds are in these puppy mills. We all need to take the time to help, sign petitions for better legislation against these very abusive mills and stronger penalties against the owners.. Mahalo

Human Society of the US, ASPCA,NY, PETA, ALDF. and more are all part of a intervention to rescue and save the animals at Puppy Mills.   

What is the anatomy of a puppy mill rescue.. well many watch the news and it looks like it may take a faction of the time to rescue dogs, cats, possibly livestock and horses. Now we need to look at the whole picture.. start to finish.. which can take up to a year. Why is that you may ask?? 

         

 It starts with emails, phone calls, under cover visits, and videos. Neighbors will call and email and complain about barking, foul odors and fleas. Some will call or email that they smelled burning flesh.  Now it starts this can be considered launching a full scale political view and a campaign to seize and rescue dogs, cats, wildlife and livestock  Reviews of the investigations are then forwarded to legal teams to ensure all the information is beyond approach, and it will then become fuel to light that fire. Once, the undercover investigation documents are in all in order and reviewed, along with videos, then implementing a search warrant for the property is the next step.  Once the Search and Seizure Warrant is given the local authorities accompany the organization, which has a convoy of trucks, vans, horse trailers if needed, and trained volunteers usually from surrounding counties. 

 Local Sheriff, Deputies and the staff of the local chapter of the organization implementing the rescue, appear at the front door of the owners of the puppy mill.  Many times the owners will not allow entrance and will say there is nothing wrong here, once the investigators of the organization enter, and see the premises, owners will argue with authorities and will usually end with arrests and the rescue of the animals is in motion. Some of the animals are so dirty, unclean, absolutely no care,one cannot tell what breed. Many are without water and food, and some are nibbling on dead wildlife pieces of meat mixed in with old dog food.   

There are estimated over 10,000 puppy mills in the United States. and implementing the steps to put them out of business is a very tedious and one must be very meticulous in documentation . Every dog, cat, wildlife and livestock rescued will be evidence to build the case against owners of puppy mills. Health records, e.g. broken bones, (many have), infections, skin lesions, bloody fluid noted in ear canals and so much more, must be meticulously documented by the veterinarian which will also be used in the case. 

Once the rescue begins, the staff of the organization enters, along with the trained volunteers. Many of the dogs will not know how to walk on a leash and many may not want to be touched by rescuers.  Carefully and with patience, love and a gentle voice every animal will be carried out by a parade of loving and caring volunteers. Each animal, dog, cat, bird, livestock, horse will be inspected by a veterinarian for outward problems. Many will have hair loss, fly bites and tops of ears missing, gum disease, matted fur encrusted with feces and definitely emaciation. Some may even be in packs, so they protect one another, bear teeth, but they too will be carefully and lovingly rescued. They are then carried taken to mobile kennels, in the trucks and SUV's. They are now heading for SAVE HAVEN, in the care of kindness, which none of them have ever known or encountered during their lifetime. Some will be approachable for adoption maybe within six weeks or more. Others will take more time, personality issues, which will need a lot of caring.and continue training. These organizations who implement these large rescues, work with many "NO KILL" shelters and foster care, in every state, and county, who will then have the dogs, puppies, cats, even livestock ready for adoption.

What is sad is that many of the Puppy Mill owners, were once rescuers at one time, some maybe  worked with AKC as Exhibitors and Judges.  "WOW" how can they turn an about face and become such abusers. They seem to have turned a blind eye and definitely do not have love in their hearts for the animals in their care. I guess "money is the root of all evil", as they say.  

Many will go to prison, some may serve just jail time, with enormous fines and definitely not able to have animals again.  

"The HSUS identified a puppy mill: an operation that sells dogs for money and fails to breed them appropriately or provide adequate housing, shelter, staffing, nutrition, socialization, sanitation, exercise, and veterinary care. That definition was agreed to last year by The HSUS, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, the American Pet Products Association, the Pet Industry Distributors Association, the Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council, and retailers Petco and Petland."

The HSUS began is now offering a $5,000 reward, the organization and is now receiving more than 600 leads from its puppy mill tip line (1-877-MILL-TIP), the web, and state directors. 

All of the the organizations whether it is Humane Society US, PETA, ASPCA, ALDF, Best Friends, and more, who implement these large scaled rescues from Puppy Mills, depend on us for donations, and help. They depend on us to sign petitions, for better legislation regulating these mills. They cannot do what is necessary without each and every one of us who see this abuse, the horrid conditions the animals live in, we also need to reach out to them, HELP, DONATE (when possible) be a first responder and volunteer to help the rescues, especially if it is in your state or county..

We too are here to SAVE AND PROTECT all animals in need of our help!!!

                                      Puppy Mill Statistics

• An estimated 167,388 breeding dogs are currently living in United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)-licensed commercial facilities for breeding purposes this very moment.*
• There are an estimated 10,000 puppy mills in the United States (this includes both licensed and unlicensed facilities).
• Over 2 million puppies bred in mills each year.
• An estimated 1.2 million dogs are euthanized in shelters every year

References:  HSUS..  puppy mill rescue and statistics 2014

                    ASPCA. puppy mill rescue, 2016

                    ALDF...  shut down of puppy mill, 2016   

 No Life is better than another.. and all Life was created with purpose...

 We cannot co-exist in a civilized world, until we respect the dignity of all animals created...and  STOP THE BARBARIC ACTIONS against them...  

 We cannot measure our goodness on what we don't do or what we resist.

 We can only measure our goodness on what we embrace and what we create.  

 Be an Angel of Kindness and wondrous gifts will abound you...