puppy mills

Proponents say the legislation ensures dog breeders are held to a high standard, while allowing pet stores anywhere in the state to sell dogs. Opponents during Mondays contentious, three-hour hearing say those standards are vague and the bill undercuts local decisions.

Indiana cities would be prohibited from banning the sale of dogs from puppy mills if a proposed bill passes this legislative session.

The towns of Dyer and Highland passed similar ordinances recently which at their core prohibit the sale of puppy mill puppies.

The Humane Society of the United States released its annual Horrible Hundred report on puppy mills and puppy brokers across the country.

The Humane Society of the United States publishes an annual list of puppy mills and puppy brokers that commit health violations.

The Humane Society of the United States' is raising funds for its effort to stop puppy mills.