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Please keep in mind that the general term "puppy mills" can refer to ferrets, kittens, birds, guinea pigs, and many other animals we have as pets who can be bred irresponsibly and sold for profit.



From: Humane Society of the United States
To: Susie Bachman
Subject: After Oprah - 7 things you can do to stop puppy mills
Date sent: Fri, 04 Apr 2008 23:15:17 GMT


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The Humane Society of the United States
STOP PUPPY MILLS
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April 4, 2008

TAKE ACTION AGAINST PUPPY MILLS

Dear Susie,

Today, "The Oprah Winfrey Show" aired an exposé on puppy mills
that no doubt horrified everyone who watched.

Undercover footage showed dogs in filthy, overcrowded
conditions, where they are confined for their entire lives,
without human companionship or adequate veterinary care. These
dogs are often killed once their reproductive capacity wanes.

The HSUS has been investigating and fighting against puppy mills
for decades. With your help, we can advance our fight to stop
puppy mills and the tragic consequences of pet overpopulation.
You've already shown your commitment to help stop puppy mills by
signing our Stop Puppy Mills pledge.

Here's more that you can do right now:

1) If you are thinking of bringing a new dog into the family, or
know someone who is, request a free copy of our puppy buyer's
guide for information on how to find reputable breeders,
shelters, and rescue groups. Click here:

Free Puppy Buyers Guide

2) Ask your federal legislators to crack down on puppy mills.
Click here:

Crack Down on Puppy Mills

3) Get the word out about puppy mills: write a letter to the
editor of your local newspaper. Visit StopPuppyMills.org to
educate yourself. Click here:

StopPuppyMills.org

4) Download one of our Stop Puppy Mills campaign badges or
banners to your own MySpace or Facebook page, blog, or website.
Click here:

Download Campaign Badges or Banners

5) Did you adopt your canine companion from a rescue group or
shelter? Then order our Proud to Adopt care package. Click here:

Order Your Proud to Adopt Care Package

6) Download Puppy Mill Cruelty flyers and post them or give them
out at your neighborhood dog park, to engage fellow dog owners
and help spread the word. Click here:

Puppy Mill Cruelty Flyers

7) Help us place advertisements and billboards to spread the
word about puppy mill cruelty. Click here:

Ads and Billboards

The puppy mill industry will thrive as long as consumers are
kept in the dark about the "mass production" of purebred and
designer dogs. With your help, we'll shed light on the cruelty
of puppy mills and put them out of business for good. We can't
do it without your help!

Thank you for your commitment to stopping puppy mills and for
all that you do for animals.

Sincerely,

Wayne Pacelle
President & CEO
The Humane Society of the United States

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