Three days ago in the frigid cold, we helped shut down an illegal puppy mill in Namyangju, Korea with our partners @we.a.c.t @youumbba. There were 200 dogs huddled together in rusty, filthy cages and they were forced to live in the cruelest conditions. Everyone worked hard to remove all of the dogs and completely destroy and demolish the cages so their suffering could end. We took in 16 dogs, @youumbba took in 23 dogs, and our other partners took in the rest. We’re so glad that they will all be getting their second chances.

Check our Instagram post to see the photos from the rescue mission. We hope photos like these will make people consider the horrific reality of puppy mills. Most of the dogs we rescued are adults who have been bred repeatedly, over and over again, until the females’ uteruses become so badly infected they die a slow and painful death. We took many sick and older dogs whose ears were infected and teeth rotting. Sadly, none receive the proper care they need and the puppies still get shipped anywhere that there is a demand. It is important to do research before assuming a breeder or even a rescue group is reputable. Please also reconsider buying a puppy from a pet store this holiday season — you could be directly supporting a terrible puppy mill like this one.

We would love to take a break during the holiday season. But unfortunately, because of these cruel puppy mills, abandoned and neglected dogs don’t get that break either. Until they do, we will never stop advocating for change and making a difference in their precious lives. They should all live happy and free!

We hope this rescue mission inspires to join the dog rescue movement! ⁠Our adoption radius currently includes select areas within New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Washington D.C., Maryland, and Massachusetts. For full details on our adoption radius and procedures, please check our Adopt page. We’re looking forward to having you join our alumni, foster, or volunteer community!