![]() The fact that breeders are discarding more dogs indicates they aren’t ignoring the law, and that’s also good.Įxperienced rescuers caution that, much like deeply traumatized children, dogs who have lived their entire lives in cramped cages and had almost no contact with people don’t behave like normal dogs. It’s fortunate that the two sides are willing to cooperate in the rescue effort and the veterinarians deserve thanks for their critical go-between role. Those groups are natural enemies and likely will continue to spar at the Statehouse because the new regulations, while welcome and overdue, don’t eliminate all cruelty. ![]() Rescue groups often find available dogs through veterinarians who act as middlemen between their puppy-mill-owning clients and rescuers. That’s a good thing, made even better by the prospect of dogs who’ve suffered so much having loving homes at last. Some breeders simply are downsizing their operations to be able to comply with the new regulations. Others are rejected because their obvious health problems, often brought on by poor care and unsound breeding practices, wouldn’t look good to a state inspector. A lifetime limit on how many times one female can be bred means more dogs have outlived their usefulness to the breeders. Puppy mills, which we’ll define as high-volume breeders that fail to provide humane conditions for their animals, are turning more animals loose since the new law took effect. You might even find an opportunity to get personally involved. Google “puppy mill rescue” and you’ll find listings of organizations willing to take dogs that high-volume breeders no longer want. The folks who give their time to the Cleveland-area Puppy Mill Rescue Team don’t just look at sad pictures on the internet and feel bad they get in their cars, trucks and vans and drive for hours to retrieve dogs from hell and deliver them to something better. To make a donation to help them save puppy mill dogs you can donate at /deaconshoperescue.For anyone who has read or heard about Ohio’s shameful puppy mills over the years and wished to see those animals saved, there’s great news: The state’s new regulations, which took effect in September, seem to have created a flood of four-legged refugees and, thankfully, teams of volunteers willing to connect them with loving homes. Visit their PetFinder webpage at /shelters/OH554.html. Learn more about Deacon’s Hope Rescue and how to volunteer on their website Check out Deacon’s Hope Rescue’s social media including their Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Mill dogs are often subjected to less than stellar conditions and treatment and we want to show them what it’s like to be a loved part of the family! Mostly recently after we became aware of the need. We have rescued a few mill dogs in the past. We believe there is an overwhelming need for rescue help and want to be a part of the solution for these dogs. Donna S., President of Deacon’s told us why they wanted to join the team. They specialize in German Shepherds, but welcome any breed into their rescue.ĭeacon’s Hope Rescue is not new the the world of puppy mills. ![]() ![]() Deacon’s Hope Rescue is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization which is run completely by volunteers in Toledo, Ohio. The Puppy Mill Rescue Team would like to give a warm welcome to Deacon’s Hope Rescue.
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