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Potential Dark Side of Dog Breeding Highlighted in Lafayette Hoarding Case
The Lafayette Animal Shelter and Care Center was called to an intense dog hoarding situation on Tuesday. They shared heartbreaking photos of dozens of golden doodles, Shih Tzus, and other highly sought-after 'designer dogs' living in filth and confined to small cages.
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This situation shines a light on the potential dark side of dog breeders, even those who may start out with "good intentions." Just like in virtually every field of work or aspect of life there are those who take things too far, and this particular case happens to be one of them.
Acadiana Animal Aid and Dante's Hope - Animal Rescue both stepped up to help rescue the dogs from their lives of neglect. It's rescues like these that need community support whether is be through fostering and adopting to ensure that kennels stay open, or making a donation so they can continue to rescue animals in need.
As they explain in their facebook post, the shelters are full of healthy, adoptable dogs waiting for a loving home.
Please consider adopting or fostering from one of our local animal shelters.
It's not often that we get a hoarding case in Lafayette Parish, but today we did and we'd like to share a few tips in order to avoid these situations:-If you're going to buy from a breeder- ask to meet the pup at the location it's being raised. Ask to see the parents. Consider the condition of all of the animals on premises-If the conditions aren't good- don't buy the pup because you feel bad for it. You're not helping the pup and you're keeping the breeder in business-Call us! All complaints are kept anonymous. It's better to say something- we can help!-ADOPT, don't shop. The shelter is full of HEALTHY, loveable pets at a fraction of the priceThis breeder had good intentions and did the best they could, but it got out of hand. They would've stopped if people would've stopped buying them.**All of these babies are going to rescue thanks to our friends at Acadiana Animal Aid and Dante's Hope - Animal Rescue Please consider giving to these organizations as a lot of vet care and resources will go into getting the dogs healthy again.
UPDATE From Acadiana Animal Aid:
Meet 60 of Acadiana's Cutest Rescue Dogs
Gallery Credit: Sydney DuCharme
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