Did you know that 2 of the worst puppy mills in the United States are located just outside of Detroit Lakes? Both are licensed and inspected by the USDA, and both have been allowed to operate for years, even though the conditions there have been shown to be unsafe, unclean, and worst of all, cruel. The very animals that are meant to become part of our family are raised like livestock, with no thought for their welfare, only the money made.
So the next time you decide to go to a pet store or shop online for a dog, do some research first. Ask where that dog came from. There are pet stores that don't buy from puppy mills and only have shelter pets; examples include PetSmart in Fargo, or Best Pets in Detroit Lakes.
If you want to help shut down Renner's Kennel and Michelle Sonnenberg's Kennel, a Facebook page has been created with more details.
So this holiday season, adopt, don't shop. Go straight to the rescues or shelters. 4 Luv of Dog or Diamond in the Ruff are local dog rescues to start with. And of course, come to The Marshmallow Foundation to check out the dogs AND cats this holiday season. There's an adoption special for cats until December 31st of $30 for an altered cat and $50 for an un-altered cat, with $20 refunded once you provide proof of spay or neuter.
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