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Reject Dog Breed Snobbery — Mutts and Rescue Dogs Are Amazing

By Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMDAug 22, 2018May 28, 2020

It’s not the breed of dog that’s important — it’s the connection you forge with them when they become part of your family. Dog breed snobbery is dead.

  • Pet Health
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Why the Westminster Dog Show Hoopla Worries Me

By Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMDDec 15, 2016June 2, 2020

Does the famous dog show turn certain breeds into status symbols? And what does the AKC really stand for? You might be very surprised.

  • Animal Welfare
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Signs of a Puppy Mill: How to Spot a Puppy Mill or Backyard Breeder

By PetfulJun 26, 2016May 15, 2020

How do you know if your pet comes from a puppy mill? Read this list of warning signs.

  • Animal Welfare
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Yes, I Bought a Puppy — And No, I Don’t Feel Bad About It

By Jennifer CostelloMar 6, 2014May 15, 2020

What bothers me is the social stigma surrounding buying a purebred dog. Is it fair to make someone feel guilty because they didn’t adopt from a shelter?

  • Animal Welfare
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Yes, Kitten Mills Exist — And Here’s How We Can Help Stop Them

By Kristine LacosteApr 4, 2013August 5, 2019

Most people are familiar with puppy mills, but did you know the same conditions apply to cats and kittens?

  • Animal Welfare
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The Importance of Getting to Know Your Dog’s Breeder

By Xavier A. SantiagoMar 26, 2013May 19, 2020

Many breeders have put blood, sweat and tears into their lines. They’re not selling their children, but it sure feels like it. Here are some important tips.

  • Pet Health
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What Is It About Breeders That Makes Veterinarians’ Blood Boil?

By Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMDAug 29, 2012May 19, 2020

It’s time for me to speak out: So much of what breeders tell pet buyers is wacky — and often puts the puppy or kitten’s health in jeopardy.

  • Animal Welfare
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How Buying a Pet Store Puppy Became My Nightmare

By C.D. WatsonJul 17, 2012March 9, 2020

I once bought a puppy from a pet store. Total impulse buy. What happened after that shook me to my core. This is the story of Maggi May.

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