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Most people are aware that the majority of animals raised for the production of meat and eggs are kept in terrible conditions in factory farms. But few realise that similar facilities around Australia are keeping breeding dogs to churn out thousands of puppies every year that are sold to unwitting dog lovers.
Update: Thousands of animal lovers participated in the rallies against puppy factories in Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide on Sunday. The massive turn-out gave a powerful voice to all the dogs suffering in terrible conditions in industrial breeding facilities where they lack care and affection. The demand for Oscar's Law was heard loud and clear by politicians and has brought an end to puppy factories nearer. A Sky News report serves as just another reminder why this is so important. A huge 'Thank You' to all of you who attended one of the rallies!
Puppy factories (or puppy 'farms') are commercial dog breeding facilities that produce the large numbers of puppies at the expense of the welfare of animals – particularly the parents. Breeding dogs are often confined in small, filthy cages for their entire productive life. Denied affection, exercise and a clean environment, dogs’ behavioural, social and/or physiological needs cannot be met. Dogs in these conditions frequently suffer from serious health problems, yet are left to languish without adequate veterinary treatment.
The puppies bred in these horrific conditions are supplied to pet shops and sold on internet sites. Often they have health conditions such as hip dysplasia, chronic skin conditions, overshot jaws and heart murmurs. They are also likely to have developed behavioural problems.
A little dog named Oscar became the symbol of protest against puppy factories after he was rescued from a puppy factory in Victoria — only to be returned by authorities to the very people who failed to provide veterinary care to him.
The Oscar’s Law campaign doesn't only seek to abolish the factory farming of companion animals, it also aims to encourage the adoption of companion animals through rescue groups and shelters over pet shops and online trading sites. Such a transition would save the life of one perfectly healthy dog or cat every three or so minutes – the rate at which abandoned companion animals are killed today simply because there is no loving home for them.
You can play an important role in stopping the senseless killing of healthy companion animals. If you're planning to welcome a new pet into your home, find your new best friend at your local shelter or on Pet Rescue.
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Cor:
Good News for Animal Welfare Campigne
Saturday, 1 October 2011 at 8:19pm
For everyone out there who has been busy writing and phoning politicians and protesting at rallies (as I have been), the content of the following recent (20th of September 2011) article (see link below) will be hearteningly good news. It indicates that all our campaigning efforts are bringing about a movement of change. Its very encouraging. So keep up the good work everybody as together we can make change happen and the world a better place for all animals.
http://theconversation.edu.au/australia-increasingly-uncomfortable-with-animal-cruelty-3439
http://theconversation.edu.au/australia-increasingly-uncomfortable-with-animal-cruelty-3439
Sophie:
TOUCH YOUR HEART.
Friday, 30 September 2011 at 3:52pm
PLEASE WATCH.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y64h-9pA5dQ&feature=share
World Event to end animal cruelty. ( have tissues ready )
Show 1 replyhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y64h-9pA5dQ&feature=share
World Event to end animal cruelty. ( have tissues ready )
Cathryn Smith:
Cruelty to companion animals
Monday, 26 September 2011 at 11:26pm
Anyone who feels strongly about the cruelty to companion animals like our beloved cats and dogs would be horrified to learn of the many dog farms in Asia and the brutal belief that the more an animal suffers before death, the better it's meat will taste. This also applys to cats. Routinely transported by the truckload, crammed into cages with no room to move and no water or food for days, they end up in backstreet slaughter houses where the imaginable happens.
Can someone tell me how we can can bridge this so called 'cultural divide' and put an end to the butchering of cats and dogs in countries like Korea and China? Does anyone know of an active and legitimate animal welfare group in Korea that works towards trying to stop this cruelty to innocent cats and dogs?
Whether its puppy farms in Australia or cat and dog meat markets in Korea, it's all part of a picture of cruelty that needs more public awareness and action. Dogs and cats are dogs and cats no matter where they are.
Show 2 repliesCan someone tell me how we can can bridge this so called 'cultural divide' and put an end to the butchering of cats and dogs in countries like Korea and China? Does anyone know of an active and legitimate animal welfare group in Korea that works towards trying to stop this cruelty to innocent cats and dogs?
Whether its puppy farms in Australia or cat and dog meat markets in Korea, it's all part of a picture of cruelty that needs more public awareness and action. Dogs and cats are dogs and cats no matter where they are.
Michael Jolly:
stop the torture of dogs.
Monday, 26 September 2011 at 11:08am
MP'S SHOULD THINK WHAT IT WOULD BE LIKE TO BE LOCKED IN A CAGE, COLD IN WINTER, HOT IN SUMMER AND HAVE NO FREEDOM. TRY TO REALISE ANIMALS HAVE FEELINGS JUST LIKE YOU . THE PEOPLE ELECTED YOU, NOT TO JUST STICK YOUR HEAD IN THE SAND. BUT TO TAKE ACTION ON ISSUES LIKE PUPPY FARMS. YOU MAY NOT BE A WHERE THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE AGAINST PUPPY FARMS IS GROWING. SO DON'T WAIT FOR THE NEXT ELECTION. PLEASE ACT ON PUPPY FARMS NOW.
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KEN LISTER:
CLOSE PUPPY FARMS
Sunday, 25 September 2011 at 10:48am
MP'S SHOULD THINK WHAT IT WOULD BE LIKE TO BE LOCKED IN A CAGE, COLD IN WINTER, HOT IN SUMMER AND HAVE NO FREEDOM. TRY TO REALISE ANIMALS HAVE FEELINGS JUST LIKE YOU . THE PEOPLE ELECTED YOU, NOT TO JUST STICK YOUR HEAD IN THE SAND. BUT TO TAKE ACTION ON ISSUES LIKE PUPPY FARMS. YOU MAY NOT BE A WHERE THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE AGAINST PUPPY FARMS IS GROWING. SO DON'T WAIT FOR THE NEXT ELECTION. PLEASE ACT ON PUPPY FARMS NOW.
Rae Howes:
"Rescue Dog is the Best Breed"
Sunday, 25 September 2011 at 12:28am
I saw this car bumper sticker in the USA a few times and loved it! I also believe it is the best way to obtain a pet. There is no better feeling than to adopt an animal for the RSPCA or Animal rescue. We adopted a Male Beagle at 18months/2yrs not certain of his age, but we have had him 8 years now and he is the most gorgeous dog with a beautiful personality & as he's getting older starting to be a snorer. He has made our house a home and added an unlimited amount of love.
elaine everett-klimas:
puppy farms
Friday, 23 September 2011 at 6:03pm
I cannot believe this practice still goes on in a society like this!! I am from the UK and we stopped selling cats and dogs in pet shops more than 20 years ago. What is wrong with you people? Why are there no regulations? What about inspections or policing of these so called 'puppy farms'? Concrete cells is what they are. Pet shops should be held more resposible too.What happens to those pups that don't get picked in the first week or so? Because whenever I walk past one of these god forsaken shops the pups are always the same age! Why aren't the petshops encouraged or ordered to sign up for P.U.Ps (prevent unwanted pets) and make sure they subsidise de-sexing as standard. Vets should also encourage people to have their pets de-sexed by REDUCING their prices, be more responsible and less money grabbing!!!
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Jacqui Black:
The end for puppy mills
Friday, 23 September 2011 at 5:15pm
what needs to happen is that petshops stop selling dogs,cats etc and people eventuallly will find it TOO HARD to get one,and that will lead to purchasing from a reputable breeder or the shelter,it should be an offence to not state this animal came from a large breeding facility, its like cage eggs and free range and that is how people need to see dogs and cats. When a pet shop says "we can get them in stock.. it means they have a plentifull supply and makes the statement a dog or cat is a consumer "commodity".
To see these animals in a shop glass fronted pens, provokes feelings in humans that they need to be "rescued" and its "ok"
To see these animals in a shop glass fronted pens, provokes feelings in humans that they need to be "rescued" and its "ok"
Trisha:
Irresponsible 'expert' advice
Thursday, 22 September 2011 at 5:09pm
Have seen more than 1 popular TV 'personality' vet advising people to purchase pups from breeders because if you get one from the pound, you risk taking an emotionally and/or physically damaged animal, which can run out expensive and upset the family if things go wrong. Please join me in hammering the show on the net should you see something so idiotic and irresponsible again.
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LILIAN TUDORIN:
end the puppy farm
Thursday, 22 September 2011 at 1:06pm
IT'S TIME TO PUT AN END TO THIS BIG BUSINESS WITH THE PUPPY FARM! SHAME ON YOU AUSTRALIA! WE ARE ONE OF THE BIGEST PRODUCER IN THE WORLD WHEN IT'S COMING ON PUTING UP THESE PUPPY FARMS, THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT THERE MAKING MONEY AND BIG BUSINESS WITH THESE PUPPYS WITH OUT TAKING CARE IN WHICH CONDITIONS THESE POOR PUPPYS ARE GONG THROUGH AND IN WHICH HANDS THEY ARE GOING TO END IN. THERE SHOULDN'T BE ANY KIND OF BUSINESS GOING ON WHITH ANIMALS IN GENERAL!
beverly gannon:
End puppy Farms
Thursday, 22 September 2011 at 10:33am
This is so terible and sad. These poor anmals born, and killed. they dont ask to come into this World.. Its peoples neglect and money greed. Wheres the compassion in this World. Its gone . People are cruel , vile and inhumane.
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gail paterson:
STOP puppy farming
Wednesday, 21 September 2011 at 9:28pm
dogs are sociable animals and should not be kept in cages to breed and their off springs are not always in the best health.
All dogs should be bred through regulated breeders and then maybe we wouldn't have so many dog attacks.
If people had to pay high prices then they would think twice about buying a dog also buying from the animal welfare and RSPCA is the best option
People farming animals have no feelings and don't care about the welfare of these animals just the quick buck
Stop this trade and don't just sweep it under the carpet and hope it goes away
All dogs should be bred through regulated breeders and then maybe we wouldn't have so many dog attacks.
If people had to pay high prices then they would think twice about buying a dog also buying from the animal welfare and RSPCA is the best option
People farming animals have no feelings and don't care about the welfare of these animals just the quick buck
Stop this trade and don't just sweep it under the carpet and hope it goes away
DH:
Support Mandatory Stunning in Australia
Wednesday, 21 September 2011 at 3:18pm
Just reminding everyone about the 23rd September deadline for letting your thoughts known on the need for mandatory stunning of all ritual slaughter in Australia. If you haven't already sent off your comment then it is not too late. Just click on the AA link below.
http://www.animalsaustralia.org/take_action/close-the-loophole-on-ritual-slaughter
I know I recently wrote about how fruitless I was feeling it was to keep emailing and contacting your MPs and Senators and here Iam pushing contacting them again. I guess you can all relate to that depleted exasperated feeling of not being heard and mine came with the deferring of Tony Zappia's new bill, it was my moment of total despair. But today is a new day and I guess never give up is an important moto.
Sorry sending this to all sites as Iam sure people on this site would want to stop unnecessary suffering of live stock also.
Show 2 replieshttp://www.animalsaustralia.org/take_action/close-the-loophole-on-ritual-slaughter
I know I recently wrote about how fruitless I was feeling it was to keep emailing and contacting your MPs and Senators and here Iam pushing contacting them again. I guess you can all relate to that depleted exasperated feeling of not being heard and mine came with the deferring of Tony Zappia's new bill, it was my moment of total despair. But today is a new day and I guess never give up is an important moto.
Sorry sending this to all sites as Iam sure people on this site would want to stop unnecessary suffering of live stock also.
Anthony Marquette:
Stopping the puppy farms
Wednesday, 21 September 2011 at 2:42pm
The owning of a dog or a cat should be a privilege not a right.
All companion pets should be desexed befor their first season, only licensed and registered breeders should be allowed to breed companion animals.
Prospective owners should have to go through a licensing process similar to a car license and be assessed as to weather they are suitable to own an animal.
Show 1 replyAll companion pets should be desexed befor their first season, only licensed and registered breeders should be allowed to breed companion animals.
Prospective owners should have to go through a licensing process similar to a car license and be assessed as to weather they are suitable to own an animal.
Cor:
The Reason Why Oscar's Law is So Essential
Monday, 19 September 2011 at 2:31am
I am ashamed to say that before this week I didn't know anything much about Oscar's Law. However, thanks to the Oscar's Law Awareness Rally that I went to today in Melbourne I am now informed and am launching myself on a letter writing and telephoning campaign to state politicians in the same manner that I have been doing, and am continuing to do, with federal politicians for the campaign to ban live exports.
Anyone else wanting to know more about Oscar's Law and why it is so essential that the states pass it into law, I would highly recommend reading the following brief newspaper article at the following link:
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/ipad/where-did-your-puppy-come-from/story-fn6ja7nc-1226133177504
Anyone else wanting to know more about Oscar's Law and why it is so essential that the states pass it into law, I would highly recommend reading the following brief newspaper article at the following link:
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/ipad/where-did-your-puppy-come-from/story-fn6ja7nc-1226133177504
Ruth Weston:
Puppy farms
Saturday, 17 September 2011 at 5:42pm
I am a professional dog trainer and have suggested for many years that people should have to have a licience to "own" a dog. This need not be an onerous procedure - just having to attend an information session for example and prove that you have a secure "yard" but it would stop people impulse buying from pet shops.
The best situation (in my view) is that ideally we would have most people getting a young dog of a suitable breed or "mixture" so that we can shape sociable and desirable behaviour right from the start.
Ideally we should have a situation where dogs never need to be surrendered for behavioural problems and organisations like the RSPCA can become educators rather than managing dogs (and other animals) to rehome them.
I also feel we may be too hard on breeders - many of whom are doing an excellent job - we just want rid of the people who breed for profit, keep dogs in poor conditions and do not genetically screen their dogs for defects.
I know that AA encourage people to buy from shelters. My ideal would be that shelters become obsolete as they would not be necessary. Idealistic perhaps but why are we breeding so many dogs and other animals anyway. THAT is one of the main problems.
Please advise all of your friends to desex their dog. If you buy from a breeder make sure they have genetically screened their dogs and expect them to interrogate you to see if you are a suitable "owner"!!
I expect I will get some flack now. I am on your side!
PS I have never bred a dog and will never do so because of my beliefs.
Show 1 replyThe best situation (in my view) is that ideally we would have most people getting a young dog of a suitable breed or "mixture" so that we can shape sociable and desirable behaviour right from the start.
Ideally we should have a situation where dogs never need to be surrendered for behavioural problems and organisations like the RSPCA can become educators rather than managing dogs (and other animals) to rehome them.
I also feel we may be too hard on breeders - many of whom are doing an excellent job - we just want rid of the people who breed for profit, keep dogs in poor conditions and do not genetically screen their dogs for defects.
I know that AA encourage people to buy from shelters. My ideal would be that shelters become obsolete as they would not be necessary. Idealistic perhaps but why are we breeding so many dogs and other animals anyway. THAT is one of the main problems.
Please advise all of your friends to desex their dog. If you buy from a breeder make sure they have genetically screened their dogs and expect them to interrogate you to see if you are a suitable "owner"!!
I expect I will get some flack now. I am on your side!
PS I have never bred a dog and will never do so because of my beliefs.
DH:
Time to make a noise
Saturday, 17 September 2011 at 4:08pm
Ok guys this is where we let Liberals also know that we mean business and that they cannot just sit on the sideline of this issue. AA has requested an apology from Back and for him to retract his statements regarding AA paying Indonesian workers.
What we need to do is all contact via email, letters and post all Liberal MPs/Senators insisting on an apology for AA also. This is not only for AA but for the people of Australia and the animals, it will send a message that we will not accept being lied too or played around with in their political games. We expect honorable behavior from our politicians for our honorable campaign. This is a serious issue for us and they had better start being aware of that.
So come on guys time to start making a noise again.
Show 1 replyWhat we need to do is all contact via email, letters and post all Liberal MPs/Senators insisting on an apology for AA also. This is not only for AA but for the people of Australia and the animals, it will send a message that we will not accept being lied too or played around with in their political games. We expect honorable behavior from our politicians for our honorable campaign. This is a serious issue for us and they had better start being aware of that.
So come on guys time to start making a noise again.
Bob:
Helping to stop the puppy factories
Friday, 16 September 2011 at 7:08pm
They mention PetRescue, which is a great site, but what about Perfect Pet Finder (http://perfectpetfinder.com.au)? All their pets are from animal shelters and rescue homes too!
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Cor:
"Ban Live Exports Immediately" petition to sign
Thursday, 15 September 2011 at 10:12pm
Hi Everyone,
Adam Bandt the MP is running another online petition calling on the Federal Government to "Ban Live Exports Immediately". I think he is running the petition in order to keep up the pressure on the government (good on him!). The petition can be found and signed at the link:
adam-bandt.greensmps.org.au/demand-end-live-exports
Please pass on this message to anybody else you know who might also be interested in signing the petition.
Thanks.
Show 13 repliesAdam Bandt the MP is running another online petition calling on the Federal Government to "Ban Live Exports Immediately". I think he is running the petition in order to keep up the pressure on the government (good on him!). The petition can be found and signed at the link:
adam-bandt.greensmps.org.au/demand-end-live-exports
Please pass on this message to anybody else you know who might also be interested in signing the petition.
Thanks.
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