Having had a rescue dog from a puppy mill, this is a subject that is near and dear to my heart.
I would ask, if at all possible, Please, Please do not buy
anything from these places. Even if you are not buying a puppy, the purchase of items helps to support them and keep the stores open. I realize there may be some places that this is the only pet shop available, but please, if you can purchase items anywhere else or online, please do so and do not support these types of pet stores in any way.
I thank you and so does Annie B. Still miss you horribly, my wee little one.