Originally posted by Twisterdog
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Because they are making money at it, that's why! These animals aren't pets to them, they are puppy making machines. Why would they spay a dog that spits out thousands of dollars of puppies for them every year?? The ONLY way to stop the supply of puppy-mill and pet store dogs is to stop the demand for them. If no one bought their puppies, they would have to find a new line of work. That is why education is SO important.
I didn't realise that owners of puppy mills were so brazen in offloading their pups in markets. The main trade here is to pet shops. You're right, education is vital.