State officials have officially committed to the legislative changes we requested regarding the treatment of dogs in commercial breeding facilities. Seeing this shift in policy reminds me that persistence remains our greatest tool when advocating for those who cannot speak for themselves. We will continue to observe how these new …
August 17, 2021
Final supporters
We are Girl Scout Troop 33283 and we are dedicated to make a change by using our Bronze Award project. We are outraged by the conditions in which puppy mill dogs live. We are using this petition to draw attention to the issue and hope to drive changes in laws regarding puppy mill dog treatment.
Puppy Mill Living Conditions
- Dogs that can no longer breed are inhumanely euthanized.
- Dogs are overbred, having several litters of puppies.
- Dogs receive limited time outside of their cages.
- Poor quality food causes tooth decay.
- Dogs do not receive enough food and water.
- Dogs with medical conditions often go without vet or dental care.
- Dogs contract diseases from cramped and filthy living quarters.
- Cages are often cramped with too many dogs.
- Dogs are often verbally and physically abused.
Ohio is the second largest state for puppy mills and 9 of state's puppy mills are on the Humane Society of the United State's Horrible 100 List. We demand the following changes to laws and regulations regarding puppy mills:
- Dogs that can no longer breed are put up for adoption instead of being euthanized.
- Limit the number of litters a dog is forced to produce.
- Require puppy mills to allow daily exercise outside of cages for all dogs.
- Require daily feeding of better quality food and fresh water to all dogs.
- Provide annual vet and dental check-ups
- Limit number of dogs confined to one cage that is cleaned at least monthly.
- Fining or jailing of individuals that abuse a dog.
- Require licensing of all puppy mills.
- Require monitoring of puppy mills.
Many dogs purchased at pet stores are from puppy mills. By buying puppies, people are supporting the mistreatment of puppy mill dogs without knowing it. Find out where your puppy comes from BEFORE you buy. Adoption is always preferable to shopping.
Sources:
- Humane Society of the United States
- Petland Chillicothe
- The Puppy Mill Project
- ASPCA
Updates
June 30, 2021
Reflecting on the stories shared in the comments reminds us that the conditions we are fighting against affect living creatures who feel pain and fear. Our troop is currently researching the specific legislative steps needed to translate this widespread concern into actual policy reform.
June 30, 2021
Seeing this movement grow beyond our initial expectations reminds us that our community cares deeply about the welfare of these animals. This momentum gives us confidence as we prepare to take these concerns to the individuals who have the authority to change our state laws.
Reached 100 supporters
June 30, 2021
33 Comments
No dog deserves a horrible life like this. They deserve love and a home not to be impregnated and miserable and hungry and sad once those babies are gone just to do it all over again.
I have recently learned that many Amish communities are significant puppy mill factories! Dreadful!
If people would stop buying from these mills and from AKC breeders this would stop ! No pet stores unless they offer adoption that the animals are already fixed from breeding!
I’ve been volunteering 5 years for a dog rescue, have a couple puppy mill rescues of my own and have fostered many. These dogs come to us terrified, malnourished, and unclean! Please stop them!!!
Some great Girl Scouts from troop 33283 were spreading the word. Keep up the great work!
Please stop barbaric puppy mills !
Stop puppy mills!
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State officials have officially committed to the legislative changes we requested regarding the treatment of dogs in commercial breeding facilities. Seeing this shift in policy reminds me that persistence remains our greatest tool when advocating for those who cannot speak for themselves. We will continue to observe how these new …
August 17, 2021
Final supporters
We are Girl Scout Troop 33283 and we are dedicated to make a change by using our Bronze Award project. We are outraged by the conditions in which puppy mill dogs live. We are using this petition to draw attention to the issue and hope to drive changes in laws regarding puppy mill dog treatment.
Puppy Mill Living Conditions
- Dogs that can no longer breed are inhumanely euthanized.
- Dogs are overbred, having several litters of puppies.
- Dogs receive limited time outside of their cages.
- Poor quality food causes tooth decay.
- Dogs do not receive enough food and water.
- Dogs with medical conditions often go without vet or dental care.
- Dogs contract diseases from cramped and filthy living quarters.
- Cages are often cramped with too many dogs.
- Dogs are often verbally and physically abused.
Ohio is the second largest state for puppy mills and 9 of state's puppy mills are on the Humane Society of the United State's Horrible 100 List. We demand the following changes to laws and regulations regarding puppy mills:
- Dogs that can no longer breed are put up for adoption instead of being euthanized.
- Limit the number of litters a dog is forced to produce.
- Require puppy mills to allow daily exercise outside of cages for all dogs.
- Require daily feeding of better quality food and fresh water to all dogs.
- Provide annual vet and dental check-ups
- Limit number of dogs confined to one cage that is cleaned at least monthly.
- Fining or jailing of individuals that abuse a dog.
- Require licensing of all puppy mills.
- Require monitoring of puppy mills.
Many dogs purchased at pet stores are from puppy mills. By buying puppies, people are supporting the mistreatment of puppy mill dogs without knowing it. Find out where your puppy comes from BEFORE you buy. Adoption is always preferable to shopping.
Sources:
- Humane Society of the United States
- Petland Chillicothe
- The Puppy Mill Project
- ASPCA
Updates
June 30, 2021
Reflecting on the stories shared in the comments reminds us that the conditions we are fighting against affect living creatures who feel pain and fear. Our troop is currently researching the specific legislative steps needed to translate this widespread concern into actual policy reform.
June 30, 2021
Seeing this movement grow beyond our initial expectations reminds us that our community cares deeply about the welfare of these animals. This momentum gives us confidence as we prepare to take these concerns to the individuals who have the authority to change our state laws.
Reached 100 supporters
June 30, 2021
33 Comments
My daughter was a scout for 10 years and wonderful times. You go girls. Strong women you'll be.
No dog deserves a horrible life like this. They deserve love and a home not to be impregnated and miserable and hungry and sad once those babies are gone just to do it all over again.
I have recently learned that many Amish communities are significant puppy mill factories! Dreadful!
If people would stop buying from these mills and from AKC breeders this would stop ! No pet stores unless they offer adoption that the animals are already fixed from breeding!
I’ve been volunteering 5 years for a dog rescue, have a couple puppy mill rescues of my own and have fostered many. These dogs come to us terrified, malnourished, and unclean! Please stop them!!!
Some great Girl Scouts from troop 33283 were spreading the word. Keep up the great work!
Please stop barbaric puppy mills !
Stop puppy mills!
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My daughter was a scout for 10 years and wonderful times. You go girls. Strong women you'll be.