Puppy Mill Awareness Day 2023: Date, History, Facts about Dogs

Puppy Mill Awareness Day, observed on the third Saturday of September, or September 16 this year, seeks to encourage dog lovers to adopt dogs instead of purchasing them. This is accomplished by shedding light on the inhumane conditions in puppy mills. Yes, dog breeders in puppy mills do not care about how the dog is raised or its health, and they also disregard the dog’s fundamental needs, such as the need for a clean, open space. Most importantly, dogs in puppy mills are denied affection and regarded solely as reproductive machines. What is our responsibility? In any case, by purchasing puppies from unreliable sources, we contribute to the torment of dogs. You can make a difference this year. Now is the time to save lives through adoption.

The background of Puppy Mill Awareness Day

Those who adore canines cannot even conceive of a puppy and its parents residing in a cramped, filthy cage. They are unable to move or engage in play; they must simply perform the role of giving birth. This is the truth regarding puppy mills. In large dog mills, thousands of dog cages are piled on top of one another. None of these canines is content or healthy. But have you ever pondered how this trend of breeding dogs became so cruel?

After World War II, when thousands of families were suffering from crop failure and other thousands had enough money to start a life with a family, a home, a backyard, and a dog, puppy mills gained in popularity. Yes, purebred dogs were a status symbol and a commodity that was required for suburban residents. According to the law of economics, there will be supply wherever there is demand. When the farmers who had faced losses while growing crops became aware of this demand, they decided to establish a new business – puppy mills. In fact, the USDA actively promoted puppy mills by promoting their profitability. When the government provided support, it was not surprising that more producers entered the puppy business. Midway through the 1960s, a house was inadequate without a dog.

The USDA estimates that there are 2,000 to 3,000 federally licenced commercial breeding facilities in the United States as of today. On the other hand, the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) estimates that approximately 176,088 dogs are maintained for breeding in USDA-licensed facilities, and approximately 2.15 million puppies are sold annually. Numerous of these canines are sold online.

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