Puppy Mill Action Week 2023: Do you know why animal advocates commemorate Puppy Mill Action Week the week before Mother’s Day, from May 7 to May 13 this year? Puppy Mills are kennels for bulk breeding baby dogs. They are between dog mills and puppy plantations. In these locations, animals are treated as commodities, and their existence depend on their market value. Puppies considered worthless are evicted, killed, or given to shelters that are already overcrowded with homeless dogs. Take this week to educate yourself on the topic and discover why these dog breeders cannot continue to operate as they do currently.
HISTORY OF PUPPY MILL ACTION WEEK
It all began several decades ago. Specifically, approximately 15,000 years ago. Humans and canines have more in common than we realise. This coexistence has resulted in a very lengthy history of acclimatisation, mutual assistance, and transformation of the two species. Archaeological evidence indicates that the earliest indications of dog domestication date back to the ice age, roughly 500,000 years ago. Both primitive humans and primitive canines began to assist one another upon meeting.
As a result of this interaction, humans began to breed dogs and choose offspring with specific traits. This is how many modern dog varieties were created. Nevertheless, the modern era and industrial production model have degraded animal reproductive operations, treating animal lives as commodities. Kennels for breeding dogs have existed for thousands of years, but not in the manner of a puppy mill.
The commerce of puppy mills is not attractive. These kennels have degrading conditions, particularly for female dogs. They are confined in small cages to reproduce and produce as many offspring as possible. The objective is to maximise profit from the lifetimes of these animals by maximising space and material usage. There are approximately 10,000 puppy mills in the United States. The Humane Society of the United States created Puppy Mill Action Week to raise awareness and put an end to this industry. During this week, several actions are taken to alter animal treatment laws and shut down puppy mills.
HOW TO CELEBRATE DOG MILL ACTION WEEK
Accept the pledge
The Humane Society of the United States requests that animal enthusiasts pledge not to purchase anything from stores that sell puppies. By doing so, puppy sales can be reduced, and puppy mills can eventually be taken out of business.
Help sanctuaries and rescue facilities
Animal shelters and organisations dedicated to the rescue and care of animals require as much assistance as possible. During Puppy Mill Action Week, they will be especially active, so now is the perfect opportunity to sign up as a volunteer or contribute what you can to their fundraising events.
Disseminate information and alert your community
Numerous individuals are oblivious of what occurs in puppy mills. Send messages to blogs and local newspapers reiterating the topic’s significance. Traditional forms of advertising, such as letters and pamphlets, also contribute to the dissemination of the message.
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FIVE FACTS REGARDING THE DOG MILL MARKET
They supply nearly 100 percent of pet retailers.
Pet stores are the primary distributors for puppy mills and are essential to their operation.
Dog breeding kennels are permitted by the United States government,
but many illegal Puppy Mills operate and distribute puppies to pet retailers.
There is a national distribution system in place.
The puppies are bred in factories and transported across the United States; for instance, they may be raised in the Midwest and transported by vehicle to Southern California or Florida.
Inhumane shipping conditions exist.
During these lengthy voyages, animals may go up to 12 hours without food or water and are confined in a small space with poor ventilation and sanitary conditions.
Numerous canines do not survive.
In all phases of the operation of a puppy mill, there is a high mortality rate among animals with no market value, those who become ill as a result of maltreatment, and even while in transit.
WHAT IS PUPPY MILL ACTION WEEK AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?
It elevates consciousness
Puppy Mill Action Week is crucial for raising awareness as the majority of people are unaware of mass breeding operations. You can contribute to ending this inhumane practise.
It spares thousands of animals from confinement.
Dogs bred in puppy mills are reared in the same inhumane conditions as prisoners. The holiday has already rescued thousands of animals from confinement, but much work remains.
It contributes to a society that is more humane.
Animal rights advocates contend that our treatment of animals may have a similar effect on ourselves. The closure of puppy mills prevents the same violent logic from being applied to human societies.
PUPPY MILL ACTION WEEK DATES
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | May 1 | Sunday |
| 2023 | May 7 | Sunday |
| 2024 | May 5 | Sunday |
| 2025 | May 4 | Sunday |
| 2026 | May 3 | Sunday |
