Is Banksia Park Puppies a puppy farm?
Banksia Park Puppies is one of the country’s largest puppy farms and, on its website, is described like this: ‘Banksia Park Puppies is a family company managed by Matthew Hams …’ The ‘About Us’ section of their website then goes on to talk about Matt’s family and their involvement in the business.
Are puppy farms cruel?
The farmers use dealers to help them distribute and sell their animals. Conditions on puppy farms are often cruel and inhumane, with puppies kept in cramped boxes and pens with little to comfort them. It is also common for puppies to be separated from their mothers early.
Is puppy farming illegal in Scotland?
Lucy’s Law will mean that puppies and kittens can no longer be sold in Scotland by a third party seller such as a pet shop or commercial dealer unless they have bred the animal themselves. …
Why you shouldn’t buy from a puppy farm?
The people who run puppy farms do not value the lives of the dogs they are breeding from or the puppies. A lot of the mothers will be abandoned once they stop being useful for breeding. Some puppies will die due to poor health and the conditions they are kept in. Sickly puppies are often sold on as healthy ones.
Why puppy farming is bad?
Farmed puppies are more likely to have a genetic disorder and are more at risk of deadly infectious diseases such as parvovirus. Dogs from puppy farms have more behavioural issues than dogs from other breeding environments and are likely to display fear, anxiety and aggression.
Are puppy farms illegal in Australia?
While the welfare conditions on a puppy farms may be illegal under animal cruelty standards set out in various Australian state and territory codes of practice, puppy farming itself has not been considered illegal as a practice in the past.
How do I report a suspected puppy farm in Scotland?
If you have concerns that your puppy may have been bred as a consequence of a puppy farm or are aware of someone who may be involved in an unlicensed puppy farm, contact Advice Direct Scotland on 0808 164 6000.
Who do I report a puppy farm to?
If you think they don’t have a licence but should, or don’t live up to the terms of their licence, report them to your local authority. Report welfare issues. If you are worried that the dogs’ welfare needs aren’t being met, report them to the RSPCA. Call the police if you see cruelty to animals.
What are the signs you are buying from a puppy farm?
Here are some of the warning signs to be aware of when going to buy a puppy from a breeder.
- Not letting you see the parents.
- Regularly advertising litters online.
- Poor living conditions.
- Puppies and parents in bad health.
- Puppies leaving the mother too early before 8 weeks.
- Selling puppies in large numbers.
How do I make sure I am not buying from a puppy farm?
What should I do if I think it’s a puppy farm?
- Walk away. It can be hard leaving a puppy, especially if you think you’re leaving them in a puppy farm.
- Report the ad.
- Report licensing breaches.
- Report welfare issues.
- Call the police if you see cruelty to animals.