WHY WE ARE PROTESTING PETWORLD – Northridge Fashion Center We have proof that Petworld acquires their dogs from irresponsible breeders. There is extensive documentation that almost all pet …
PETWORLD
WHY WE ARE PROTESTING PETWORLD - Northridge Fashion Center
We have proof that Petworld acquires their dogs from irresponsible breeders. There is extensive documentation that almost all pet stores acquire their puppies from breeders who keep animals in cruel and inhumane conditions, in the interest of maximizing profits. Pet stores will tell you that they get their dogs from reputable, private or home breeders; however, only commercial breeding facilities can fulfill the demand.
Puppies sold at pet stores are more likely to have health problems due to neglect, in-breeding, and over-breeding, and many consumers are faced with significant veterinary bills, or even the death of their puppy. **Most legitimate breeder organizations say that responsible breeders would never sell their dogs to pet stores. [**http://www.5stardog.com/dog-breeders.asp]
The puppies are marketed as “AKC certified” and/or “USDA licensed.” Under the USDA Minimum Standard of Care, the animals NEVER have to be let out of their cages and only require 6 inches in front of them to turn around – for LIFE. An AKC Registration is only a paper certificate that proves that your dog is purebred, or an accepted breed (under AKC guidelines). It does NOT guarantee the health or quality of the dog or ensure that the breeder is reputable.
THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW
There is a serious pet overpopulation crisis in our country. In 2007, nearly one million cats and dogs ended up in California shelters. Approximately half were euthanized (killed) at a cost to taxpayers of over $250 million. Each year over 70,000 animals are euthanized in greater L.A. area shelters. Stores like Petworld are adding to this crisis.
PLEASE BOYCOTT PETWORLD. Any money spent in this store supports and perpetuates a cycle of cruel treatment of animals. There are several pet supply stores nearby that do not sell animals from irresponsible breeders, as well as local shelters and rescue groups with thousands of animals in need of homes. [See flipside]
Purchased a sick dog from PETWORLD or another pet store? [email protected]
Volunteer for the “Puppies Aren’t Products” campaign? [email protected]
Donate to Best Friend’s “Puppies Aren’t Products” campaign www.PuppiesArentProducts.com Hundreds of thousands of adoptable pets across the nation are available at: www.adoptapet.com • www.petfinder.com
L.A. CITY ADOPTION CENTERS www.laanimalservices.com • 888-4LAPET1
West L.A. Adoption Shelter 11361 West Pico Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90064 South L.A. Adoption Shelter 3612 11th Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90018 East Valley Adoption Shelter 14409 Van Owen St. Van Nuys, CA 91405 West Valley Adoption Shelter 20655 Plummer Street Chatsworth, CA 91311 North Central Adoption Shelter 3201 Lacy Street Los Angeles, CA 90031 Harbor Adoption Shelter 957 N. Gaffey Street San Pedro, CA 90731
L.A. COUNTY ADOPTION CENTERS www.animalcare.lacounty.gov • 800-253-3555
Agoura Shelter 29525 Agoura Rd. Agoura, CA 91301 Baldwin Park Shelter 4275 N. Elton Baldwin Park, CA 91706 Carson Shelter 216 W. Victoria St. Gardena, CA 90248 Castaic Shelter 31044 N. Charlie Canyon Rd. Castaic, CA 91384 Downey Shelter 11258 S. Garfield Ave. Downey, CA 90242 Lancaster Shelter 5210 W. Ave. I Lancaster, CA 93536
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