Weasels Posted June 11, 2013 Share Posted June 11, 2013 (edited) I wonder if all the people who are sharing it on FB are aware that this is behind those cute little puppies in pet shop windows, and if it will have an impact on the general publics view of pet shop puppies. I saw a brief news segment on The Project to-night. It referred to these dogs rescued from the puppy farm. Bless the commentary .... because they said the 'business' was to supply puppies to pet-shops. 'Say it again ... & again!' I thought. On one of the local evening news reports (7 or 9 I think) they made a big point of it, saying more or less "think of this when you see pet shop puppies" Edited June 11, 2013 by TheLBD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mita Posted June 11, 2013 Share Posted June 11, 2013 (edited) And people should start by reading this recent research published in the American Veterinary Medical Association Journal. Researchers compared later development of pet store & breeders' puppies. They found, by a big margin, that pet store puppies tend to have more problems, like being less psychologically sound overall. Researchers rarely put commands to not do something at the end of their published work. But this time, they bluntly said that, given this problem, puppies shouldn't be bought from pet stores. http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/canine-corner/201305/behavior-differences-in-dogs-pet-stores-versus-breeders Edited June 11, 2013 by mita Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tara and Sam Posted June 11, 2013 Share Posted June 11, 2013 Do we know which rescue groups will be helping with fostering ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosetta Posted June 11, 2013 Share Posted June 11, 2013 Most of the pictures I have seen are of Cockers, Cavaliers and the usual little fluffy types that pet shops love I am between Grey fosters at the moment and have sent off my details but truly hope they are inundated with foster offers and every dog has a spot to go to. The dogs appear to be getting released on a daily basis depending on vet assessments etc. + Pugs, Schnauzers - looked purebred also for those who seem to think only crossbreeds come from these places. Its good to see some media are highlighting the connection to pet shops. Shows like The Project can be hugely effective at getting the message out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ker Posted June 11, 2013 Share Posted June 11, 2013 Do we know which rescue groups will be helping with fostering ? At this stage, it looks like the dogs are going first to the RSPCA foster carers already on board - which makes sense. They asked for help from the wider community because they don't have enough carers. I suppose then they'll weed through the other applications and choose people. I don't think there will actually be any rescue groups on a whole. They need anyone - not necessarily a group. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mita Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 Most of the pictures I have seen are of Cockers, Cavaliers and the usual little fluffy types that pet shops love In the pic Gallery, there were also Japanese Chins & what looked like Bostons (or French Bulldogs.... I can never tell the difference). So there may also be a sprinkling of the less common breeds among them. I'm trying to find out if there's any Tibbies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ker Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 I'm quite surprised to see the less common breeds. I would have thought Chins were quite tightly held as well? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minimax Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 I'm quite surprised to see the less common breeds. I would have thought Chins were quite tightly held as well? All it takes is one (or two). I doubt all breeders desex puppies before selling them, so there you go. Just takes one undesexed puppy sold to the wrong person. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Anne~ Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 Do we know which rescue groups will be helping with fostering ? At this stage, it looks like the dogs are going first to the RSPCA foster carers already on board - which makes sense. They asked for help from the wider community because they don't have enough carers. I suppose then they'll weed through the other applications and choose people. I don't think there will actually be any rescue groups on a whole. They need anyone - not necessarily a group. I'm of the understanding that PnH are taking in a number of the dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tara and Sam Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 Do we know which rescue groups will be helping with fostering ? At this stage, it looks like the dogs are going first to the RSPCA foster carers already on board - which makes sense. They asked for help from the wider community because they don't have enough carers. I suppose then they'll weed through the other applications and choose people. I don't think there will actually be any rescue groups on a whole. They need anyone - not necessarily a group. thanks for reply the reason was wanting names if possablie is because it has been mentioned a few times by Rspca that they wanted expereinced fosters so friends wanted names to add to FB so can keep a watch out I know a few groups but not all Thanks Do we know which rescue groups will be helping with fostering ? At this stage, it looks like the dogs are going first to the RSPCA foster carers already on board - which makes sense. They asked for help from the wider community because they don't have enough carers. I suppose then they'll weed through the other applications and choose people. I don't think there will actually be any rescue groups on a whole. They need anyone - not necessarily a group. I'm of the understanding that PnH are taking in a number of the dogs. PnH + = Paws and ? I know have read it on here but cant remember for sure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Anne~ Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 Paws'n'Hooves Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Are You Serious Jo Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 They said they've had about 1500 foster care applications so all those needing a home to rehab in should get one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Her Majesty Dogmad Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 Paws'n'Hooves I hope they can find local care before resorting to sending interstate ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tara and Sam Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 Paws'n'Hooves Thank you I was spelling if with a f Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mita Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 Pic that says heaps from OL Facebook page. One of the first of the dogs got into foster-care last night. After a bath & a good meal.... a relaxed start to a new life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minimax Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 Pic that says heaps from OL Facebook page. One of the first of the dogs got into foster-care last night. After a bath & a good meal.... a relaxed start to a new life. Aww that's so sweet. That's where they should be, not just in more cages Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mita Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 (edited) There's more pics of little mother dogs, Foxy & Annabelle, who got straight into experienced foster-care. Annabelle had her babies last night. With good updated info on RSPCA SA's Facebook page. Great community support... https://www.facebook.com/rspcasouthaustralia Edited June 12, 2013 by mita Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosetta Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 Pic that says heaps from OL Facebook page. One of the first of the dogs got into foster-care last night. After a bath & a good meal.... a relaxed start to a new life. Little darling must think she is in heaven :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*kirty* Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 That photo makes me want to cry. She looks so grateful and happy and relaxed... probably for the first time in her life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Anne~ Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 Lovely pic. Annabelle is an interesting looking dog... I wonder what her pups are crossed with? The markings look like Tenties or something but they could be anything. Pug x Frenchie x ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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