The organization registers thousands of puppy mill puppies each year without questioning why so many puppies are born to Midwest breeders. Pet shops do not screen their buyers. Impulse buyers may not have the proper environment for raising a puppy. Pet shops treat puppies as merchandise that can easily be returned for an exchange or credit toward another dog. Most customers, though, become attached to their puppies and will not return them.
New owners can incur large veterinary bills.
Most pet shop warranties, however, preclude reimbursement for veterinary expenses. Pet shops are anxious to sell animals because they want to sell pertinent supplies. In addition, many pet super store chains sponsor adoption days. CAPS' foremost concern is the abuse and suffering of pet shop and puppy mill dogs. 2000 by Companion Animal Protection Society.