Environmental Impacts of Puppy Mills

Authors

The Humane Society of the United States

Document Type

Report

Publication Date

2013

Abstract

A puppy mill is “a dog breeding operation in which the health of the dogs is disregarded in order to maintain a low overhead and maximize profits.” Avenson v. Zegart, 577 F. Supp. 958, Dist. Court, Minnesota (1984). State and federal inspection reports reveal that a common method employed to maximize profits includes irresponsible waste management practices that are harmful to the environment. Impacts may be caused by improper disposal of feces, urine and carcasses.

Recommended Citation

The Humane Society of the United States, "Environmental Impacts of Puppy Mills" (2013). PUPPY MILL REPORTS. 3.
https://www.wellbeingintlstudiesrepository.org/hsus_pmc_rrafs/3