The State of Missouri is the puppy mill capital of the United States! Puppies bred at puppy mills live in cruel and inhumane conditions, receive poor care and are then shipped across the country to pet stores like Petland And Puppy Dreams – all in the name of profit. Petland and Puppy Dreams are two of the last remaining retail stores that sell puppy mill dogs.

Both companies have been lobbying the Missouri legislature to enact legislation that would ban local governments from regulating pet stores.

The public should be aware that puppies sold in retail stores and online are often from puppy mills. Instead of buying a dog from these stores, people should get a puppy from a shelter, rescue organization or reputable breeder.

The Bark to Ban Puppy Mills campaign aims to raise awareness about puppy mills in the St. Louis region, change puppy buying habits and encourage stronger legislation to protect animal welfare.