Exactly. What is even worse, the puppy mills will get off scot-free while all the attention is focused on ethical breeders. PLEASE be heard on this issue. The ultimate goal is not only that breeding is stopped, but that companion animals (in addition to livestock) are outlawed, entirely. There has been- & is, legislation in every state (also locally) toward this very thing (e.g. pet limits & mandatory spay/ neuter) for several years now. Wayne Pacelle has stated openly that he hopes for the *extinction* of dogs. HSUS & PETA do *nothing* to “help” animals. They are about political power & control ONLY.
If you are so inclined, join one of the groups who are fighting back.
In Texas, responsiblepetowners.org
In California, petpac.org
Also see wwwhumanewatch.org for more information
We are members of D.O.G.S.
Dog Owners of the Granite State.
Along with the mushers, it seems we are up at the state house in Concord, NH at least once a year to fight this type of legislation. They try to push through something every year through the sponsorship of some well meaning but misinformed politition.