. . "0"^^ . "http://www.nbcnews.com/id/27822309/ns/health-pet_health/t/investigation-ties-pet-chain-puppy-mills/#.VgNFed9Viko\n\"After an eight-month investigation, the Humane Society of the United States accused Petland, the national pet store chain, of selling dogs bred under appalling conditions at puppy mills around the country.\"\n\nI came here to look for dog food after recently moving to the area. I was not only disappointed by their selection and prices, but saddened to see their puppies for sale. Below reviewer claims it doesn't matter if puppies come from puppy mills...um yes, it absolutely does. Puppy mills are disgusting and barbaric (do yourself a favor and google \"USDA licensed kennels\" to see what you're supporting when you buy from pet stores- how can anyone be okay with that?). I will never support any business that supports the cruel and inhumane practices inherently associated with puppy mills (and no, reputable breeders DO NOT sell to pet stores like this). Not only that, the cages were filthy and stunk at this store. Poor, poor animals. \n\nThey should instead host rescues and adoptable animals. That might gain my business. Until then, I will not be returning to Petland."^^ . "5"^^ . . "2"^^ . "1"^^ . "2015-07-21T00:00:00"^^ .