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October 2014
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CAPS Press Release: 
Companion Animal Protection Society Debuts New “Adopt, Don’t Shop” TV PSA


Cohasset, MA - Companion Animal Protection Society’s (CAPS) new “Adopt, Don’t Shop” television public service announcement is coming to a TV screen near you. The 30-second spot is part of the national nonprofit’s ongoing mission to educate the public about atrocities in puppy mills and the risks associated with buying dogs at pet shops and through Internet sellers supplied by these inhumane facilities.

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CAPS Press Release: 
CAPS Wins Lawsuit brought by Pet Store Owners Objecting to Retail Pet Store Ban


San Diego, CA, September 15, 2014 - A federal judge in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California dismissed a lawsuit brought against the Companion Animal Protection Society (CAPS), the City of San Diego, and others, and invited an application for attorneys’ fees and costs. 

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San Diego Puppy

The Christian Science Monitor: Pretty faces draw eyes to animal abuse


Models Against Puppy Mills, a campaign created by the Companion Animal Protection Society, uses pretty models to draw attention to ugly 'puppy mills.'

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Original article:
Truth Atlas: Models Against Puppy Mills: Putting a Pretty Face on a Difficult Scene

Naperville Sun: Naperville puppy sale ban put off until at least mid-2015

 
A prohibition on the retail sale of puppies procured from breeders won’t be enacted in Naperville right away. Officials this week agreed to take a wait-and-see approach, tabling the issue for the next nine months while legal challenges to similar bans in other communities play out.

Chicago Tribune: Orland Park overrides 'puppy mill' ban with disclosure rules


An Orland Park ordinance replacing a ban on the sale of pets from large commercial breeders with a pet shop licensing program and stronger disclosure requirements has won the acceptance of both animal activists and the village's sole pet store owner.

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The Regional News: Orland Park law aims to protect puppies and inform buyers

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Happiness is Pets

Daily Herald: Suburban pet stores sue Cook County over puppy mill law


A group of suburban pet stores, including a Petland in Hoffman Estates and Happiness is Pets in Arlington Heights, filed a federal lawsuit this week challenging a Cook County ordinance banning the sale of pets from puppy mills starting Oct. 1.

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Related articles:
Chicago Tribune: Arlington Heights lets pet store owner out of 'puppy mill' law for now
Daily Herald: Judge delays Cook County puppy mill ban to allow suit to go forward
Journal Online: Unleash Puppy Mill Law?
Chicago Tribune: Lawsuit postpones Cook County 'puppy mill' ban

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Happiness is Pets

CAPS Is on TV and the Radio!


CAPS President Deborah Howard has an important message for you: "Adopt, Don't Shop.

The 30-second clip is now airing on Sundance Channel, WCAU-TV in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh Cable News Channel, The National Geographic Channel, and National Geographic Wild Channel.

Help make our PSA go viral by sharing with friends and family on social media. 
 
CAPS is also on the radio! Tune in to the following stations and give us a shout if you hear our newest radio PSA.

1) WDRC-FM - CT
2) WDRC-AM - CT 
3) WSNG-AM - CT
4) WMMW-AM - CT
5) WWCO-AM - CT
6) WWFS-FM - NYC
7) WGN-AM - Chicago
8) KXL-FM - Portland, OR
9) KXTG-AM - Portland, OR 
10) KUFO-AM - Portland, OR
11) WUSN-FM - Chicago
12) WSNY-FM - Columbus, OH
13) WVMX-FM - Columbus, OH
14) WNND-FM - Columbus, OH
15) WNNP-FM - Columbus, OH
16) WGIR-AM - Manchester, NH
17) WQSO-FM - Manchester, NH
18) WEPN-FM - NYC
19) WIFN-AM - Atlanta, GA
20) WCNN-AM - Atlanta, GA
21) WFOM-AM - Atlanta, GA
22) WCNN-FM - Atlanta, GA
23) WXRT-FM - Chicago, IL
24) KIIS-FM - Los Angeles, CA
25) KLAC-FM - Los Angeles, CA
26) WCBM-AM - Baltimore, MD

Listen to the audio clip on our website!

CAPS' Ads and Billboards

From left to right, top to bottom:
  • CAPS' "Models Against Pet Shops and Puppy Mills" sign at Wellesley Hills MBTA station. Picture by Titan.
  • CAPS' "This is the Face of a Puppy Mill Dog" ad in a Metra train, Chicago's commuter train line. Picture by Clear Channel Outdoor.
  • CAPS' "Models Against Pet Shops and Puppy Mills" billboard in Orlando, FL. Picture by Carla Wilson.
  • CAPS' "This is the Face of a Puppy Mill Dog" ad in a New Jersey Transit Authority train. Picture by Titan.
  • CAPS' billboards right next to Puppies of Westport in Norwalk, CT. Picture by CT Coalition Against Puppy Mills.
For more pictures of CAPS' ads and billboards, click here.

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South Shore Living March 2014 Issue
LIFE + DOG May/June 2013 Issue
South Shore Living April 2013 Issue
Cesar's Way Jan/Feb 2013 Issue

Focus Magazine of SWFL March/April 2013 - Nov/Dec 2013 Issues
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Miss Molly has a new home thanks to generous donors like you!

A CAPS investigator rescued Molly, a four-year-old Boxer, from a puppy mill in Missouri. The breeder said she was “no longer fit to breed.” She had an underbite, a growth on her right rear leg, hair loss around her rear end, worn teeth from kennel chewing, a reddish discharge from her rear end, and three large round scars on the nape of her back. The breeder stated that the scars were from ringworm. According to the rescue that took her in, the scars looked like burns.

CAPS paid for all of Molly's veterinary care and helped place her in a loving family.

Help us be ready to rescue, rehabilitate, and place dogs like Molly in loving homes.

"Keep up the good work - you really are making a difference in SO many lives!
Thank you!"

- CAPS Member
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Planned Giving (Wisely)


Q: What are the most common gifts I can make to CAPS?

A: There are three common gifts:

1. Gifts that use your appreciated assets as a substitute for cash, including securities, real estate, art, and other tangible personal property.

2. Gifts that provide income or other financial benefits to you in return for your contribution, including Charitable Gift Annuities, Charitable Remainder Trusts, and Pooled Income Funds.

3. Legacy gifts that name CAPS as the beneficiary of your will, living trust, retirement plan, or life insurance policy.
Learn more about Planned Giving and
the Beatrice Legacy Society.
Help CAPS when you shop at Amazon.com!

All you need to do is select our cause and continue with your online shopping.
Amazon will donate 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to CAPS!
CAPS is proud to be a charity partner on eBay Giving Works!

List an item on eBay and select CAPS as a donation recipient OR favorite our cause, shop, and donate to CAPS at checkout!
Help CAPS by booking your next vacation or business travel with
Vacation 4 A Cause.


The full service travel agency will make a significant contribution to CAPS, at no extra cost to you! 
Models Against Pet Shops and Puppy Mills
PSA:
This is the Face of a Puppy Mill Dog
Learn more about CAPS President Deborah Howard

 

   
Blog with Beatrice

   
 
The Pet Shop - Puppy Mill Life Cycle
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About CAPS: Founded by President Deborah Howard in 1992, the Companion Animal Protection Society (CAPS) is the only national nonprofit organization dedicated exclusively to protecting companion animals from cruelty in pet shops and puppy mills. CAPS actively addresses the abuse and suffering of pet shop and puppy mill dogs through investigations, education, media relations, legislative involvement, puppy mill dog rescues, consumer assistance, and pet industry employee relations. For more information visit
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