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Beware of puppy mill operators posing as "small, family-operated breeders"

Puppy Buying Tips

The first step on the road to pet ownership is to ask yourself some tough questions: Why do you want a puppy? Can you afford one? Are you prepared to take care of a dog every day for his entire life?

If you've decided you're ready for a dog, follow The HSUS's top five puppy buying tips and you'll be far more likely to secure a healthy, well-socialized dog who doesn't drain your emotions or your pocketbook. One, in other words, who doesn't come from a puppy mill.

Read full article courtesy of The Humane Society of the United States.

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