The 4 Qualities of a Good Pet Store
Looking for a new pet dog? Or cat? Or hamster? Well, before you get a new pet from just about any pet shop out there, here are a couple of helpful hints on how to spot a good pet store, and separate it from the bad ones. Good Pet Stores do Not Carry Dogs or Cats If you're looking for a good, or shall I say ethical pet store, keep in mind that a good pet store will not carry or sell pet dogs. Why? Because the sad thing is a lot of the dogs and cats sold in some pet shops come from puppy mills, which have been found to abuse their animals! Instead, a good pet store will suggest that you visit the local animal shelter, or connect with organizations like the Humane Society, so that you can adopt shelter or stray dogs instead. But, if you're in search of a specific cat or dog breed, a reliable pet store can refer you to a breeder in your town or city. They Won't Sell Reptiles (Unless They Specialize in It) Another notable quality of a good pet shop is that they will not sell an...