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LATEST NEWS ON Puppy Mills. A wise Man once said : Occasionally in life there are those moments of unutterable fulfillment which cannot be completely explained by those symbols called words. Their meaning can only be articulated by the inaudible language of the HEART. Martin Luther King Jr. Won't you Speak from the Heart Now and say NO to Puppy mills. December 1st 2009. Governor Doyle signs Bill 250 into Law !! November 5th 2009 Asssembly Bill-250 PASSES UNANIMOUSLY! Assemly Bill 250 for those of you who don't know are the Regulations for Persons who sell Dogs and Operate Animal Shelters. Featured Story In Milwaukee Magazine. 12/22/2008 PUPPY HELL. Go to www.milwaukeemagazine.com To read the full story in their current Issue. The states Fiscal Bureau estimates there are 500 Wisconsin dog-breeding operations selling 50 Lisa Ling Investigates the Hidden World of Puppy Mills For the Oprah Show. Show aired April 4th 2008. It is my belief that when you actually see this, America, with your own eyes," Oprah says, "that you are not going stand for it." Go to oprah.com to view photo's and video and to also read the full story. "With an estimated 1,300 puppy mills in Wisconsin, voluntary inspections are expected of breeders who sell at least 50 dogs and cats, but there is no funding for enforcement of these regulations." Source: Say "No" to pet store puppies
From Sen. Schultz.
6/17/2009.
Dear Friend,
Thank you for contacting me in regards to Assembly Bill 250 and Senate
Bill 208 which would regulate anyone who sells dogs or operates an
animal shelter. I have received many comments from both sides of this
issue and it has taken me some time to decide whether to support this
legislation.
After much deliberation, I have decided to co-sponsor both bills because
I want to make sure that animals in Wisconsin are treated with respect
and compassion.
Thank you for sharing your views with me and for being patient as I
assessed all the views from the 17th Senate District.
With kindest regards,
Dale
From Rep.Brooks
6/16/2009
Thank you for contacting me in regard to support for AB 250 which relates to the regulation of persons who sell dogs or operate animal shelters or animal control facilities. At this time I do plan on support this proposal if it comes to the full assembly for a vote. I do not serve on the Consumer Protection committee in which the bill was referred.Certainly I appreciate hearing of your thoughts on this important matter. Thank you for taking time to write, call and email your opinion.
Sincerely,
EDWARD BROOKS
State Representative
Justice 4 Half Pint Reps met with their Wisconsin assembly person, Sheryl Albers, on June 9, 2006 - The following letter is a result of that meeting AND the HSUS support!!
I have met with some people who have done substantial work in Juneau and Clark Counties on pet laws. They would like to pursue another attempt to pass the attached legislation.
Mary Jan of my office has spoken to Tyler of your office, who has indicated that you are likely to pursue this legislation next session.
I will be happy to do what I can to help you to successfully introduce and move this bill through the next legislature. I understand that Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection is in full support of this bill as written.
I have copied my constituents and also the national Humane Society in on this email so that you would have my constituent's email. They have the energy and network of supporters to help get this bill passed.
Sincerely,
Sheryl
The following letter of support was sent out to various WI legislators - it is written by Jennifer Brown- Regional Director- The Humane Society US!
June 7, 2006
Dear Legislator:
On behalf of The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) and our more than 179,000 members and constituents in Wisconsin, I am writing to express our strong support of legislative efforts to address the welfare of animals in commercial breeding facilities, animal shelters, and pet stores. The HSUS supported the Pet Facilities Law as it was originally added to the state statutes during the 2002 budget process as well as subsequent efforts to reinstate these important provisions (now called “Justice for Halfpint”). It is time for Wisconsin to pass legislation that requires humane care at pet facilities.
The HSUS has been at the forefront of the fight against puppy mills. As you may know, these high-volume breeding facilities are designed to maximize profit, often at the expense of the dogs’ welfare. The conditions for dogs in such breeding facilities can be atrocious, and often include close, cramped living quarters, not enough or poor quality food, incompetent or lack of satisfactory veterinary care, and no physical or emotional enrichment. Because of these conditions, many animals end up suffering from severe health and behavioral problems. Unfortunately, The HSUS also routinely receives complaints about animal shelters in Wisconsin, as there are currently no laws to regulate them.
A few states have passed comprehensive laws to regulate puppy mills as well as other pet facilities, and ensure basic humane standards. We urge Wisconsin legislators to push for strong legislation to oversee this industry that often puts animals and unsuspecting consumers at risk. In particular, a good pet facility law will:
Apply to all operations with animals or animal sales numbering over a specified threshold;
Require a licensing fee (except for non-profit shelters) and pre-inspection;
Include routine, unannounced inspections at least twice yearly;
Be enforced by an agency with adequate funding and properly trained staff;
Rotate inspectors to cover different areas of the state; and
Be equipped with strong penalties when facilities are in repeated non-compliance.
In closing, we thank you for your consideration in this matter. The HSUS would welcome the opportunity to work with you on drafting legislation and moving the bill forward by providing expertise, testimony, as well as grassroots support throughout the process. I can be reached at (edited for web site publishing). If there is any additional information I can provide, please let me know.
Sincerely,
From: State Representative Tom Lothian
Date: September 27, 2007
Wisconsin Puppy Mill Project: An interview with a "WI Puppy Farmer" (excerpt below) Schulz says they don't need to be let out for exercise: "Then they'd be unhappy, they'd want to get out again. This way they don't know no better. They're happy where they are."
Animal Humane Society
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