U.K bans Third Party Sales of Puppies and Kittens

​https://worldanimalnews.com/uk-bans-third-party-sales-of-puppies-kittens-but-still-allows-purchasing-from-transparent-breeders/

The United Kingdom has taken a step in the right direction in banning the sale of puppies and kittens from a  third party in a crackdown on puppy mills. This ban will prevent anyone from selling puppies or kittens that they themselves did not breed in a bid to make the sale of animals more transparent and also to help put an end to puppy mills where dogs often live miserable lives in deplorable conditions. This will also help to promote getting pets from rescue and rehoming centers which will save so many more animals that desperately need homes.

Puppy mills are despicable industries where breeders keep mother dogs in the tiniest of crates and repeatedly breed them to sell the puppies to third parties where they will then be sold again. During transportation, these baby animals risk illness and infections and upon arrival, the purchaser has no real way to know information about the mother or interaction history between mother and puppies. It's a money driven industry that has absolutely no regard for the animals whatsoever and also takes away from shelter animals' chances of finding a loving home. The allure of buying a brand spanking new puppy of any specific breed is what lures generally kind hearted people away from shelters which further hurts their chances of finding a good home and also keeps shelters full and unable to continue rescuing animals in need.

The fight to crack down on breeding of dogs with genetic disorders and the import of puppies that are too young continues but as mentioned, this is a step in the right direction. As with any fight, progress is often slow but that's why it is important to celebrate any and all victories. This ban on third party sales will most assuredly hurt the puppy mill industry and will force people who breed dogs and cats for sale to be more accountable for the animals they are selling.

I know I say this often but always always always remember to adopt your pet and never shop for them. A shelter animal is one that likely had a loving family and was abandoned. A shelter animal is one that knew love and had it ripped away from them. A shelter animal sits in their space alone, hoping for a second chance. Every time you purchase a puppy or kitten from a breeder, you're literally adding a nail to the coffin of a shelter animal who desperately needs your love and padding the pockets of someone who is taking advantage of their dogs to make money. 

For more information regarding this ban and the fight to end puppy mills, head to the link at the top of the page!

HAPPY VEG