Over 500 Dogs Rescued from USDA Licensed Breeder in Iowa

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Over 500 dogs were rescued from abhorrent conditions on a breeding facility in Iowa after a complaint was filed with the Department of Justice. Upon investigation, there were over 190 violations of the Animal Welfare Act including keeping dead dogs in cages, inadequate space to move freely, dogs with untreated illnesses & injuries, and dogs with painful fur matting. What's especially troubling about this story is that this particular breeder was licensed under the United States Department of Agriculture, leading buyers to believe that the dogs were kept in pristine conditions which we now know couldn't be further from the truth.

This story is exactly why it is imperative to do your research when looking for a new furry family member. First of all, adopting is always the best choice when it comes to bringing in a new pet. For every dog or cat purchased from a breeder, a dog or cat in a shelter is one step closer to being euthanized to clear space for new animals. Adopting animals gives them a new lease on life; an opportunity to have what they once had again with a loving family. These poor babes have often come from families and know the love they're missing out on. Adopting is the only option as far as I'm concerned.

However, if purchasing a dog / cat through a breeder for whatever reason, it is imperative that you dig deep about the facility in which you are receiving your pet. How long have they been operational? Do they allow tours of their facility? What do past customers have to say about their experiences with said breeder or the pets they've brought home? You have to dig deep because this story is proof that even those with accreditation can abuse and neglect animals.  

I can't say this enough but if you're looking to add a furry friend to your family, the reason should always be to bring joy and happiness into the lives of your family. If you're more concerned with getting the cutest puppy or kittens, or shelling out thousands of dollars for pure-bred animals, I don't believe you're in it for the right reasons. It's kind of disgusting to see the lengths that people will go to in order to get their pure-bred breeds and the money they're willing to spend to do so. At the end of the day, you're looking for a trophy...not a pet.

Breeding dogs / cats to sell for profits is exploitative and rooted in greed. These people have their momma dogs pumping out babies constantly and profit heavily off of the animals they are breeding. There is a lack of love and compassion involved in a breeding facility because at the end of the day, these animals are nothing more than dollar signs. When you purchase from a breeder, you are lining the pockets of someone who is exploiting animals while innocent, loving animals remain locked up in shelters. You are perpetuating animal cruelty in order to get your pure-bred animal, it's as simple as that.

I'll say it again; if you're going to utilize the services of a breeder, do your research. You could be buying dogs from a facility much like the one in this story; dogs that have been neglected and are suffering. Is this really worth your pure-bred?

HAPPY VEG