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MYTH: Adopting is a Form of Shopping

Molly Weinfurter

December 31, 2020

Today Molly came across some Facebook comments that drove her crazy. As some of you may know, she volunteers for an organization called Bailing Out Benji, who spreads awareness about puppy mills. Recently, they shared a post saying something along the lines of “puppy mills exist because the public keeps funding them.” For anyone who knows the sad reality of the puppy industry, this is a very true statement. Yet, Molly was surprised to see many comments disagreeing with what the organization stands for. (Click title to read more!)

USDA Finally Gets Stricter About Puppy Mills

Molly Weinfurter

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May 16, 2020

I am happy to announce that the USDA has finally made some changes to their requirements! Sadly, even puppy mill breeders can have a USDA license because the restrictions are not very detailed and they are rarely enforced. Hopefully, these new rules can change that and help save more dogs. (Click title to read more!)

Common Dog Parent Mistakes

Molly Weinfurter

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March 9, 2020

Everyone makes mistakes, even the best dogs and the best dog parents. Therefore, it’s important to acknowledge your mistakes and learn from them, especially when it comes to caring for your pup. So, here are some of the most common mistakes that dog parents make. If you’re one of them, that’s okay! Humans can always improve for their dogs! (Click title to read more!)

Big Chain Pet Stores Vs. Small Local Pet Stores

Molly Weinfurter

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February 17, 2020

There are a lot of options when it comes to buying products for your dog. There are big chains such as Petco and PetSmart, and then there’s smaller, local pet stores like Woof Gang Bakery. You can find everything you need at pretty much any of these pet stores, but many humans prefer one over the other. So, what’s the difference? (Click title to read more!)

How to Find Adoptable Dogs Near You

Molly Weinfurter

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February 6, 2020

If you’re interested in adopting a dog, it might be difficult to find a place to start. There are so many dogs out there that need a forever home. It will likely take a lot of time and effort to find the perfect dog for you, so let’s discuss some of the best places to start looking. (Click title to read more!)

Why You Should Never Buy a Puppy from a Pet Store

Molly Weinfurter

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October 28, 2019

mans have a difficult time resisting the cute face of a puppy. This is why so many people walk past pet stores and stop to look at all the cute puppies for sale. Looking at puppies for sale might seem like a fun, heartwarming way to spend your time, but there is actually a dark secret behind nearly every pet store. Therefore, you should never even consider a pet store as a location to purchase a new dog. (Click title to read more!)