# Companion Animal Protection Society

> End puppy and kitten mills


## Posts

- [Companion Animal Protection Society Releases Short Documentary Entitled A CAPS Investigation of OC Animal Care](https://caps-web.org/companion-animal-protection-society-releases-short-documentary-entitled-a-caps-investigation-of-oc-animal-care/): Shelter mismanagement and failure by the county to conform with a strategic plan and audits has resulted in animal suffering Thousand Oaks, CA –The Companion Animal Protection Society, a national nonprofit based in Thousand Oaks, CA, has just released a short documentary entitled A CAPS Investigation of OC Animal Care which exposes the incompetence and mismanagement of one of California’s largest municipal animal shelters. OC Animal Care, located in Tustin, serves 14 communities in Orange County. A CAPS Investigation of OC Animal Care is one in a series of short documentaries about some of California’s largest municipal animal shelters. We... Read More.
- [Companion Animal Protection Society Releases Short Documentary Entitled A CAPS Investigation of OC Animal Care](https://caps-web.org/caps-releases-oc-animal-care-documentary/): Shelter mismanagement and failure by the county to conform with a strategic plan and audits has resulted in animal suffering The Companion Animal Protection Society has just released a short documentary entitled A CAPS Investigation of OC Animal Care which exposes the incompetence and mismanagement of one of California’s largest municipal animal shelters. OC Animal Care, located in Tustin, serves 14 communities in Orange County. A CAPS Investigation of OC Animal Care is one in a series of short documentaries about some of California’s largest municipal animal shelters. We are releasing these short documentaries in the lead-up to the debut... Read More.
- [A CAPS Investigation of OC Animal Care](https://caps-web.org/oc-animal-care-doc/):    
- [Puppyland San Antonio](https://caps-web.org/puppyland-san-antonio/): Puppyland San Antonio 6430 Bandera Rd Suite 146 San Antonio, TX 78238 (210) 686-0062 Date and time of CAPS investigation: 1/9/26, 1405 Approximate number of puppies observed at time of investigation: 22 Puppies lived in raised, open-topped enclosures as well as aquarium-like enclosures set into a cage wall. There were one to three puppies per enclosures, and not all were occupied. Enclosures had shredded paper on hard floorings, dog beds, and water bottles. No breeder information was available on any enclosures. A TV on a wall above customer and puppy playrooms showed dogs and puppies running in grassy yards and... Read More.
- [Find A Pet](https://caps-web.org/find-a-pet-3/):  Find A Pet 4515 Katy Fwy #600 Katy, TX 77494| (832) 665-0292 Date and time of CAPS investigation: 1/6/26, 1344 Approximate number of puppies observed at time of investigation: one kitten, 10 puppies Most animals lived in aquarium-like enclosures set into a wall, with there being nineteen enclosures total. I saw a kitten in one when I entered, though the other enclosures were empty for about forty-five minutes. When I entered the store, an employee claimed the puppies had just arrived from “the vet” and were eating in the back and would then be brought out. Enclosures were mostly barren.... Read More.
- [Find A Pet](https://caps-web.org/find-a-pet-2/): Find A Pet 20119 US-59 Humble, TX 77338 (832) 665-0292 Date and time of CAPS investigation: 1/6/26, 1628 Approximate number of puppies observed at time of investigation: 15 puppies The facility had fifteen puppy enclosures set in a wall, like aquariums for puppies. There were one to two puppies per enclosure, and some were empty. Enclosures with puppies had a dog bed and/or a towel on the hard flooring, but about 75% of flooring space was empty. One or two toys were in enclosures, but no food or water was available for puppies while I was at the store. There... Read More.
- [Petland Henderson (Dream Tails Boutique)](https://caps-web.org/petland-henderson-dream-tails-boutique/): Petland Henderson (Dream Tails Boutique) 510 Marks St, Suite #210 Henderson, NV 89014 (702) 935-1873 Date and time of CAPS investigation: 6/26/25; 2:57 pm PST Approximate number of puppies observed at time of investigation: 30 Approximate number of kittens observed at time of investigation: 5 As I approached the store, I noticed a sign posted to the window stating that information regarding date of birth, source, lineage, and medical history of the dogs and cats is available to customers, per Nevada law. Inside the store, along the left side were two rows of eleven enclosures each. Most enclosure had two... Read More.
- [Nevada Puppy Store](https://caps-web.org/nevada-puppy-store/): Nevada Puppy Store 11251 S Eastern Ave #140 Henderson, NV 89052 (702) 262-6102 Date and time of CAPS investigation: 6/26/25; 12:19 pm PST Approximate number of puppies observed at time of investigation: 7 (one had already been purchased) The store is in the center unit of a small strip mall complex. There is a sign attached to the front glass wall of the store, stating, in all caps, that “We do not sell puppies from puppy mills!!! Our breeders are licensed with the city, state, and/or the USDA.” The store floor itself was small, consisting of nine open-top, elevated glass... Read More.
- [The Puppy Patch](https://caps-web.org/the-puppy-patch/): The Puppy Patch 502 W Church St Elmira NY 14905 607) 732-1107 Facebook page with puppies for sale Date and time of CAPS investigation: 7/16/25, 1138 Previous owner said the store can’t break the law, then offered to break the law The store had no puppies in it but had several dog grooming stations and pens with dogs presumably waiting to be groomed or picked up. I spoke to a woman at the store who identified herself as Nancy (Caucasian female, about 60 years old, 5’8″, 130 lbs., with short blonde hair), who said she was the former owner of... Read More.
- [CAPS Investigator's Journal: New York Pet Shop Investigations 2025](https://caps-web.org/caps-investigators-journal-new-york-pet-shop-investigations-2025/): As CAPS’ lead investigator, I contacted New York pet shops in 2025 to see how many are still selling puppies they did not breed themselves in violation of . N.Y. Gen. Bus. Law  §753-F (2025). CAPS was behind the state legislation banning the retail sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits, which finally passed in 2022 and went into effect on 12/16/24.  Between 2013 and 2021, three other investigators and I went undercover to 100 New York pet shops (a number of them multiple times). I also investigated many of the breeders and brokers selling to these pet shops Four pet... Read More.
- [Paws & Whiskers Pet Shop](https://caps-web.org/paws-whiskers-pet-shop/): Paws and Whiskers Pet Shop 4601 N. Rancho Dr Las Vegas, NV 89130 (725) 310-6677 Date and time of CAPS investigation: 6/24/25; 7:08 pm PST Approximate number of puppies observed at time of investigation: 14 Puppies were in open-top enclosures on the floor, with discarded newspapers covering the enclosure floor. There were two puppies in each enclosure. No breeder information or information about the individual dogs was posted anywhere, nor was the sign required by Nevada law informing consumer that information about the dogs’ source, health, and background was available. The store floor consisted of two rooms, one large room... Read More.
- [CAPS 2025 Year in Review](https://caps-web.org/caps-year-in-review-2025/)
- [CAPS Efforts and Accomplishments 2025](https://caps-web.org/caps-efforts-and-accomplishments-2025/): In the ongoing fight against pet shops and puppy mills, and on behalf of shelter animals, 2025 brought many new challenges—local, state, and national. But thanks to the generous support of our donors, CAPS scored major victories at every level. Our undercover investigators went to 39 pet shops, 35 animal shelters, and 22 hard-to-infiltrate puppy mills across the country. CAPS used evidence from these investigations to advance and reinforce legislation in multiple states, including Texas, Nevada, Florida, New York, Illinois, and Massachusetts. We released nine video exposés about pet shops, breeders, and brokers. And we premiered a shocking new documentary... Read More.
- [Sparkle Needs a Home Right Away](https://caps-web.org/sparkle-needs-a-home-right-away/): Please Adopt Sparkle! Sparkle 1-year-old, 60 lb., Female Pit Bull/Shepherd/Lab mix 🐾 good with other dogs 🐾 very sweet & affectionate 🐾 loves to fetch a ball 🐾 gives kisses; eager to please 🐾 calm but energetic & playful 🐾 loves treats; food motivated Sparkle was adopted from Kern County Animal Services after Companion Animal Protection Society (CAPS) featured her. We discovered she was pregnant while at the shelter, and sadly she lost her puppies when she was spayed. The adopter isn’t able to keep her due to an insurance policy that prohibits Pit Bulls. Sparkle is currently living in Thousand Oaks, CA. Please contact CAPS... Read More.
- [Sparkle Needs a Home Right Away](https://caps-web.org/home-sparkle/)
- [Texas Pet Shop Campaign Report](https://caps-web.org/texas-pet-shop-campaign-report/): As you know, animal mills are commercial breeding facilities that mass-produce puppies and kittens for resale. Mills are generally filthy, overcrowded, and the animals living in them don’t receive proper veterinary care. These facilities form the foundation of the inhumane pet shop/puppy mill cycle—a mix of perpetual animal abuse, consumer fraud, and overcrowded shelters. CAPS has developed an integrated program to fight this horrific cycle. Our program is called the Pet Shop Campaign. It’s a nationwide approach that seeks to alleviate the inhumane treatment of animals in pet shops and mills. It also discourages the purchase of animals from retail... Read More.
- [California Shelter Documentary Update](https://caps-web.org/california-shelter-documentary-update/): CAPS is working on a groundbreaking documentary entitled The Crisis at California’s Municipal Shelters, which we will distribute to state legislators, the media, and the public. CAPS has been doing interviews and getting footage of shelters around the state for the documentary. We currently have footage for 34 shelters, including two wealthy private shelters in the Bay Area. CAPS is also producing a series of short documentaries about some of California’s largest municipal shelters, which we will release in the lead-up to the debut of The Crisis at California’s Municipal Shelters. These documentaries will include OC Animal Care, Riverside County... Read More.
- [Testimony of Deborah Howard for Las Vegas Ordinance 2025-35](https://caps-web.org/testimony-of-deborah-howard-for-las-vegas-ordinance-2025-35/): Testimony of:   Deborah A. Howard, Founder/President, Companion Animal Protection Society (CAPS) Submitted to:    Las Vegas City Council Regarding:        Bill No. 2025-35 (Pet Shop Ordinance) Date:                November 5, 2025 Mayor Berkley and Honorable members of the Las Vegas City Council, on behalf of CAPS and its supporters in Las Vegas, I thank you for considering my testimony on behalf of 2025-35. We strongly urge you to give pet shops one more year to sell puppies, kittens and other animals instead of three. Mission Founded in 1992, the Companion Animal Protection Society (CAPS) is the only national nonprofit... Read More.
- [Detweiler, Freeman and Kathie](https://caps-web.org/detweiler-freeman-and-kathie/): Breeder: Freeman and Kathie Detweiler Kennel Name: Rocky Ridge Kennel Address: 20426 300th St City, State, Zip: Jamesport, MO 64648 USDA License: 43-A-4826 Date and Time of CAPS Investigation: 3/13/22, 1608 Weather at Time of Investigation: 59°F and sunny Approximate Number of Dogs Observed: About 10 (not all dogs came out to be seen) Breeds: Dachshunds, Poodle, Corgis Facility Observations There were at least three kennel buildings on the property, located east of the residence and near other work structures. Each building had rows of indoor/outdoor dog runs on two sides, with approximately 12 runs per row. Outdoor Runs Plastic... Read More.
- [Puppy Town](https://caps-web.org/puppy-town-2/): Puppy Town 2800 W Sahara Ave Suite 7B Las Vegas, NV 89102 (702) 971-6270 Date and time of CAPS investigation: 6/27/25; 11:57 am PST  Approximate number of puppies observed at time of investigation: 1 (three additional puppies were not for sale) The store floor consisted of a very small area with open-top makeshift playpens, two on the right side and two on the left side. There was only one puppy for sale, a white male Pomeranian less than three months, who was in the back right playpen (when entering the store). One dog was in the front right playpen, and... Read More.
- [A CAPS Investigation of Petland Las Vegas](https://caps-web.org/las-vegas-petland/)
- [Puppy Boutique](https://caps-web.org/puppy-boutique/): Puppy Boutique 4343 N Rancho Dr Ste 244 Las Vegas, NV 89130 (725) 658-8820 Date and time of CAPS investigation: 6/26/25; 5:06 pm PST  Approximate number of puppies observed at time of investigation: 52 Puppy Boutique is on the second floor of a strip mall. The store had three rows each of 18 cages along the left side and back side of the store as well one column of two larger cages for bigger dogs. Each cage had a glass front, bars in the back, and bare metal grates as flooring. Each cage housed one dog. There was no breeder... Read More.
- [Diamond Pets (S. Rainbow)](https://caps-web.org/diamond-pets-s-rainbow/): Diamond Pets 101 S Rainbow Blvd Suite 24 Las Vegas, NV 89145 (702) 462-4417 Date and time of CAPS investigation: 6/24/25; 6:00 pm PST Approximate number of puppies observed at time of investigation: 29 Puppies were kept in elevated, open-top glass enclosures with paper shredding on the bottom. The store had 15 puppy enclosures with most enclosures housing two puppies (a few had one or three puppies).  Enclosures were lined up along the left side of the store; more enclosures were in a glass-enclosed room on the back left side of the store. In the back of the store was... Read More.
- [Puppies for Less - Sahara Las Vegas](https://caps-web.org/puppies-for-less-sahara-las-vegas/): Puppies for Less 9110 W. Sahara Ave Las Vegas, NV 89117 (702) 476-6554 Date and time of CAPS investigation: 6/24/25; 1:18 pm PST Approximate number of puppies observed at time of investigation: 21 As soon as I entered the store, a female employee sitting at a desk to the right of entrance greeted me, while a male employee walked towards me asking whether I had been to the store before. When I said I had not, he told me to sign in on a tablet computer by the door, requiring me to enter my name and email address. Immediately upon... Read More.
- [Petland Las Vegas](https://caps-web.org/petland-las-vegas/): Petland Las Vegas 8800 W Charleston Blvd #3 Las Vegas, NV 89145 (702) 945-0363 Date and time of CAPS investigation: 6/25/25; 3:37 pm PST Date and time of CAPS investigation: 6/27/25; 7:37 pm PST Approximate number of puppies observed at time of 6/25/25 investigation: 54 puppies, 4 kittens June 25, 2025 Immediately upon entering the store there were open-top, elevated enclosures on the store floor with ferrets, gerbils, mice, and/or similar animals to the right. Adjacent to and a few steps ahead of them were body-length enclosures for birds. And a few more steps ahead was enriched housing for four... Read More.
- [A CAPS Investigation of Puppy Heaven Las Vegas](https://caps-web.org/las-vegas-puppy-heaven/): Go undercover with CAPS as we investigate Puppy Heaven in Las Vegas.. CAPS has been investigating Puppy Heaven and its earlier Los Angeles-based pet shops since 2013. Puppy Heaven specializes in teacup puppies, many of whom they sell through video chat to customers in Los Angeles.
- [A CAPS Investigation of David Salinas](https://caps-web.org/david-salinas/): Go undercover with CAPS as we investigate two of David Salinas’ Nevada pet shops and expose his long history of selling puppy mill dogs, including those from fraudulent rescues created to circumvent retail ban laws.
- [Cedar Pet Supply](https://caps-web.org/cedar-pet-supply-las-vegas/): Cedar Pet Supply 5191 W Charleston Blvd #17 Las Vegas, NV 89146 (702) 344-0146 Date and time of CAPS investigation: 6/25/25; 12:50 pm PST Approximate number of puppies observed at time of investigation: 14 As I walked into the store, I was immediately greeted by an employee, who asked if I was “looking for anything specific.” There were 18 stacked enclosures all along the left side of the store, housing a total of 14 dogs, one to two to an enclosure. Each enclosure had a glass front, bars in the back, and a hard floor covered with paper shredding. The... Read More.
- [The Puppy Store Henderson](https://caps-web.org/the-puppy-store-henderson/): The Puppy Store Henderson 1000 W Sunset Rd Henderson, NV 89014 702) 344-0844 Date and time of CAPS investigation: 6/26/25; 2:13 pm PST  Approximate number of puppies observed at time of investigation: 7 (one had already been purchased) Upon walking into the store, I was greeted by an employee helping a customer look at a puppy. The store floor itself was a small rectangle. All along the left side of the store were three rows of six enclosures each, with a glass front and closed back on each enclosure. On the far of the end of the store floor was... Read More.
- [Puppy Heaven](https://caps-web.org/puppy-heaven-las-vegas/): Puppy Heaven 6433 W Charleston Blvd Las Vegas, NV 8914 (855) 997-8779 Date and time of CAPS investigation: 6/25/25; 2:30 pm PST Approximate number of puppies observed at time of investigation: Unable to determine The store area consisted of a small room with two desks for two employees and two makeshift, open-top, elevated enclosures with poster-board on the inside for customers to play with puppies. The puppies themselves were in a larger, separate room accessible from the store area and viewable from the store area through a glass window. This room had crib-type enclosures with an open top in three... Read More.
- [A CAPS Investigation of OC Animal Care Trailer](https://caps-web.org/oc-animal-care-trailer/)
- [Coblentz, Merle](https://caps-web.org/coblentz-merle/): Breeder: Merle Coblentz Address: 11878 Hilltop Rd City, State, Zip: Baltic, OH 43804 USDA License: 31-A-0626 Date and time of CAPS Investigation: 7/13/25, about 1430 Weather at time of investigation: 83°F and mostly cloudy Number of dogs and puppies noted in a 5/13/25 USDA inspection: 54 dogs and 41 puppies There were two kennel buildings tucked behind the woods on the south end of the property. Each was a barn with seven indoor/outdoor runs on one side. I could see the outdoor portions, which each appeared to be about 10’ long and were of varying widths between about three and... Read More.
- [Hershberger, Rosie and Yoder, Menno](https://caps-web.org/hershberger-rosie-and-yoder-menno/): Breeder: Rosie Hershberger and Menno Yoder Address: 6556 Township Rd 351 City, State, Zip: Millersburg, OH 44654 USDA License: 31-A-0535 Date and time of CAPS Investigation: 7/15/25, about 1024 Weather at time of investigation: 78°F and sunny Number of dogs and puppies noted in a 3/11/25 USDA inspection: 55 dogs and 40 puppies The kennel was a building with indoor/outdoor runs on its north and south sides, and five large play yards around it. There were about six runs on the south side, and eight on the north, with doggie-doors allowing access to their inner portions. Each run appeared to... Read More.
- [Raber, Michael](https://caps-web.org/raber-michael/): Breeder: Michael Raber Address: 8399 CR 235 City, State, Zip: Fredericksburg, OH 44627 USDA License: 31-A-0927 Date and time of CAPS Investigation: 7/15/25, 0844 Weather at time of investigation: 74°F and sunny Number of dogs and puppies noted in a 5/19/25 USDA inspection: 34 dogs and 33 puppies The kennel had about eight indoor/outdoor enclosures on each of its eastern and western sides. The outdoor portions were each about eight feet long and four feet wide, with wire walls and concrete floorings. There were five large play yards around the kennel, most about 20-30’ wide and long, with one being... Read More.
- [Mast, Wayne](https://caps-web.org/mast-wayne/): Breeder: Wayne Mast Address: 7637 Wakatomica Rd City, State, Zip: Walholding, OH 43843 USDA License: 31-A-0603 Date and time of CAPS Investigation: 7/14/25, about 1300 Weather at time of investigation: 78°F and sunny The kennel building had a row of indoor/outdoor runs on its southeast side. I saw seventeen runs, each about 15’ long and of varying widths between three and five feet. They had wire walls and solid floorings, with ramps that led to doggie-doors to allow access to indoor portions of the enclosures. I saw one to two dogs in pens in which dogs were out while I... Read More.
- [Hostetler, Eli](https://caps-web.org/9301-2/): Breeder: Eli Hostetler Address: 8899 CR 45 City, State, Zip: Holmesville, OH 44633 USDA License: Cancelled as of 2/1/24 (formerly 31-A-0653) Date and time of CAPS Investigation: 7/15/25, 0927 Weather at time of investigation: 76°F and sunny Number of dogs and puppies noted in a 9/28/23 USDA inspection: 33 dogs and 55 puppies Main kennel hidden from view Hostetler’s main kennel was a trailer-like building hidden behind a fence and section of woods at the west side of the property. The building had dog runs attached to its eastern side, and directly in front of the runs was a thin... Read More.
- [Kauffman, Lacey and Daniel](https://caps-web.org/kauffman-lacey-and-daniel/): Breeder: Lacey and Daniel Kauffman Kennel name: Lindley Creek Kennel Address: 20092 300 Rd City, State, Zip: Portis, KS 67474 USDA License: 48-A-2189 Date and time of CAPS Investigation: 8/13/25, 1853 Weather at time of investigation: 88°F and sunny Number of dogs observed: 40 dogs The kennel was formerly owned by Cindy Clausen, who died on 10/3/16. She had USDA license 48-A-0896 and sold to Petland Fort Myers as of 2016. The kennel property is now owned by Lacey Nicole Kauffman and Daniel N Kauffman, who still use the name Lindley Creek Kennel, which Cindy used. Typical puppy mill –... Read More.
- [Zimmerman, Samuel and Lois](https://caps-web.org/zimmerman-samuel-and-lois/): Breeder: Samuel and Lois Zimmerman Address: 2407 Hazard Rd City, State, Zip: Penn Yan, NY 14527 USDA License: 21-A-0209 Date and time of CAPS Investigation: 7/12/25, about 1200 Weather at time of investigation: 83°F and sunny Number of dogs and puppies noted in a 7/24/24 USDA inspection: 45 dogs and 62 puppies The Zimmermans’ kennel was a series of outdoor pens. While each was large compared to normal commercial dog runs, they were barren of enrichment and had solid fencing that blocked dogs’ view outside their pens. They resembled livestock pens used for holding groups of cattle or other hoof... Read More.
- [Kreger, Michael](https://caps-web.org/kreger-michael/):  Breeder: Michael Kreger Address: 16242 SW D Rd City, State, Zip: Jetmore, KS 67854 USDA License: 48-A-2193 Date and time of CAPS Investigation: 8/13/25, 1048 Weather at time of investigation: 82°F and sunny Number of dogs and puppies noted in a 7/17/25 USDA inspection: 44 dogs and 20 puppies The property was a disheveled mass of trash, rusting vehicles surrounded by weeds, and buildings either falling apart or partially collapsed. Amongst it all was the kennel, which resembled a shanty-town surrounded by metal walls that were rusting and falling over in one place. The kennel had a series of outdoor... Read More.
- [Borntreger, Clemens and Lizzie](https://caps-web.org/borntreger-clemens-and-lizzie/): Breeder: Clemens and Lizzie Borntreger Address: 2720 Verdure Rd City, State, Zip: Waverly, KS 66871 USDA License: 48-A-2261 Date and time of CAPS Investigation: 8/22/25, 1359 Weather at time of investigation: 83°F and partly cloudy Number of dogs and puppies noted in a 3/4/25 USDA inspection: 69 dogs and 59 puppies Dogs on wire The kennel was a barn-like building with indoor/outdoor runs on its north and south sides. There were twelve runs per side, each run about eight feet long and three feet wide, with wire walls. The outdoor runs were raised off the ground and had wire floorings.... Read More.
- [A CAPS Investigation of Texas Petlands](https://caps-web.org/texas-petlands/)
- [A CAPS Investigation of Texas Pet Shops](https://caps-web.org/texas-pet-shops/)
- [A CAPS Investigation of Texas Pet Shops Trailer](https://caps-web.org/texas-pet-shops-trailer/)
- [A CAPS Investigation of Texas Petlands Trailer](https://caps-web.org/texas-petlands-trailer/)
- [A CAPS Investigation of Puppy Dreams Trailer](https://caps-web.org/puppy-dreams-trailer/)
- [CAPS Investigator’s Journal: The Truth Behind Puppy Dreams](https://caps-web.org/the-truth-behind-puppy-dreams/): Breeding For Puppy Dreams Is No Dog’s Dream “What dog are you planning on taking home?” I had been in the Puppy Dreams store of Sherman, Texas for exactly six seconds. I hadn’t had enough time to adjust to seeing the store’s interior that was a clash of orange, lime-green, soft pink, and deep blue, before a young male employee asked me the question. He approached with an awkward smile, as if he wasn’t comfortable delivering the line. The poor guy looked like he would have been more at home on a lacrosse field than peddling puppies. But, knowing I... Read More.
- [Campbell, Roger and Marla - Dandelion Acres](https://caps-web.org/campbell-roger-and-marla-dandelion-acres-2/): Breeder: Roger and Marla Campbell Kennel name: Dandelion Acres LLC Address: 266 90th Rte. City, State, Zip: Newton, KS 67114 USDA License: 48-A-2232 Date and time of CAPS Investigation: 8/23/25, 1613 Weather at time of investigation: 86°F and partly cloudy Number of dogs and puppies noted in a 3/24/25 USDA inspection: 27 dogs and 99 puppies The Campbells, whom I previously investigated in 2021, have a typical puppy mill with dogs living in small wire cages. The kennel was a series of buildings with raised indoor/outdoor cages attached to them. There appeared to be an area of outdoor pens that... Read More.
- [Find A Pet](https://caps-web.org/find-a-pet/): Find A Pet 4441 Bass Pro Dr Garland, TX 75043 (469) 662-6789 Dates and times of CAPS investigation: 11/08/22, 1258; 2/15/23, 1222 FIRST VISIT Approximate number of puppies observed at time of investigation on 11/8/22: 7 During my first visit to the store there, nine puppy enclosures in a wall of the store. Each enclosure was about four feet wide, 2.5 feet deep, and 1.5 feet tall, and had solid floorings and water bottles. Occupied enclosures held one puppy each. An employee (Hispanic female, about 35 years old, 5’4″, 180 lbs., with long black hair) spoke to me about the... Read More.
- [PetCenter Argyle](https://caps-web.org/petcenter-argyle/): PetCenter Argyle 1040 Brush Creek Rd Argyle, TX 76226 (940) 353-4367 Date and time of CAPS investigation: 4/18/23, 1604 Approximate number of puppies observed at time of investigation: one (puppy holding area was not observed) The store is in the house of a residential neighborhood. The owners previously had a Petland franchise store in Dallas, which they had to close because of the city’s ordinance banning the retail sale of dogs and cats. I spoke to two women, one named Kat (Caucasian woman, about 40 years old, 5’7″, 220 lbs., with long brown hair tied back tied back behind her... Read More.
- [A CAPS Investigation of Puppy Dreams](https://caps-web.org/puppy-dreams/)
- [SouthPaw Pets: Missouri-Based Dog broker is Selling to Petland and Puppy Dreams Pet Shops](https://caps-web.org/southpaw-pets-missouri/): CAPS’ Investigation of Four Breeders who have Sold to SouthPaw Pets Shows that the Broker is Obtaining Mill-Bred Puppies to Resell to Pet Shops CAPS learned about SouthPaw Pets, a USDA-licensed dog broker in Neosho, Missouri while gathering Certificates of Veterinary Inspection (interstate health certificates referred to as CVIs) going to Petland stores in Wichita, Kansas prior to our investigation of  the two stores. CVIs indicated that SouthPaw Pets was selling to Petland of Wichita West.  Dan Sheeley started Southpaw Pets in 2019 and appears to operate the facility from his place of residence. Brokers have a USDA “B” license... Read More.
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- [Five Lives, One Home: How a Washington Adopter Saved Dogs from the Euthanasia List in Kern County](https://caps-web.org/five-lives-one-home-how-a-washington-adopter-saved-dogs-from-the-euthanasia-list-in-kern-county-2/)
- [Five Lives, One Home: How a Washington Adopter Saved Dogs from the Euthanasia List in Kern County](https://caps-web.org/five-lives-one-home-how-a-washington-adopter-saved-dogs-from-the-euthanasia-list-in-kern-county/): Five dogs were once on the euthanasia list at Kern County Animal Services in Bakersfield, California. Today, they live together in harmony in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. Their devoted adopter, James, is an avid hiker, and the dogs often join him on forest and mountain adventure. The hike safely on-leash or explore designated off-leash areas where they can sniff, splash in streams, and soak up the joy of just being dogs. Despite their behavior notes at the shelter, all the dogs get along wonderfully. Their story is a powerful reminder that the stress and confinement of shelter life can lead... Read More.
- [Pettito](https://caps-web.org/pettito/): Pettito 6509 W Park Blvd., Suite 465 Plano, TX 75093 682-255-2406 Dates and times of CAPS investigation: 8/15/24, 1232 Approximate number of puppies observed at time of investigation: 50 puppies Puppies were in enclosures set into two walls. There were about 15 enclosures total, each about three feet long, two feet deep, and 1.5 to two feet tall. They had solid walls and floorings, with shredded paper on the floorings, and water bottles were attached to enclosures’ rear walls. There were two to five puppies per enclosure of various breeds. An employee told me that six different lending companies provide... Read More.
- [Pet Fair](https://caps-web.org/9148-2/): Pet Fair 1201 Lake Woodlands Dr #2008 Spring, TX 77380 (281) 298-6763 Dates and time of CAPS investigation: 7/27/24, 1423 Approximate number of puppies and kittens observed at time of investigation: 30 puppies and six kittens The store was so packed on a Saturday at the mall that it was difficult for me to walk through the store and see all of the puppy enclosures. There appeared to be over 20 enclosures, each about two to 2.5 feet long, and about 18” tall and deep. They had solid floorings, water bottles, and one to two puppies in each. Two larger... Read More.
- [Texas Puppy Store](https://caps-web.org/texas-puppy-store/): Texas Puppy Store 6904 Bandera Rd Suite 8 Leon Valley, TX 78238 (210) 236-8882 Dates and time of CAPS investigation: 7/26/24, 1411 Approximate number of puppies observed at time of investigation: 30 puppies There were about 20 puppy enclosures in the store. Most were aquarium-like enclosures set into walls at one end of the store. They were about three feet long, a foot deep, and 12-18 inches tall. They had solid floorings covered in shredded paper and water bottles set on the back walls. One to two puppies were in each enclosure. A larger glass-walled enclosure, resembling a large fish... Read More.
- [Puppy Dreams - Sherman](https://caps-web.org/puppy-dreams-sherman/): Puppy Dreams – Sherman 2916 N Hwy 75 Sherman, TX 75090 (903) 487-2058 Dates and times of CAPS investigation: 8/15/24, 1108 Approximate number of puppies observed at time of investigation: 30 puppies Puppies were in aquarium-like enclosures set into walls, with each enclosure was about three feet long, two feet deep, and 1.5 feet tall. They had solid walls, coated wire floorings, which had small holes for urine to fall through, and water bottles were attached to enclosures’ rear walls. There were one to three puppies of various breeds per enclosure, though not all enclosures were occupied. No money down... Read More.
- [Pet City Houston](https://caps-web.org/pet-city-houston/): Pet City Houston 230 Bammel Westfield Rd Houston, TX 77090( 281) 519-4384 Dates and times of CAPS investigation: 7/27/24, 1331 Approximate number of puppies observed at time of investigation: 35 puppies Puppies were in enclosures set against a wall. Each enclosure was about 3.5 feet long, 1.5 feet deep, and one or 1.5 feet tall. They had solid walls, coated wire floorings, which had small holes for urine to fall through, and water bottles were attached to enclosures’ rear walls. There were one to three puppies per enclosure. Two enclosures each held a French Bulldog that were larger than other... Read More.
- [A CAPS Investigation of SouthPaw Pets](https://caps-web.org/southpaw-pets/)
- [Bonnette, Randall and Sheree](https://caps-web.org/bonnette-randall-and-sheree/): Breeder: Randall and Sheree Bonnette Address: 5708 Liv 516 City, State, Zip: Chillicothe, MO 64601 USDA license: 43-A-2151 Date and time of CAPS Investigation: 3/13/22, 1413 Weather at time of investigation: 59°F and sunny Approximate number of dogs and puppies observed at time of investigation: 16, though not all dogs were visible to me Breeds: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Poodles, Shih Tzus, Lhasa Apsos The property had an assortment of barns located east of the residence on it. Three were clearly used to house dogs. The dog barns had rows of elevated indoor/outdoor cages on the barns’ east and west... Read More.
- [Lovland, Dale and Janet](https://caps-web.org/lovland-dale-and-janet/): Breeder: Dale and Janet Lovland Kennel name: Lovland Kennel Address: 29372 State Hwy AX City, State, Zip: Macon, MO 63552 USDA License: 43-A-6167 Date and time of CAPS Investigation: 3/15/22, 1515 Weather at time of investigation: 69°F and sunny Approximate number of dogs and puppies observed at time of investigation: four dogs, though I could not see into all enclosures of the kennel Breeds: Huskies The kennel building visible to me consisted of a building with about three chain link indoor/outdoor runs on the north side. Chain link walls on the south side of the building appeared to be for... Read More.
- [Frida’s Journey: From Shelter Dog to Therapy Dog in Training](https://caps-web.org/fridas-journey/): Once known as Beauty, Frida was brought in as a stray to Kern County Animal Services in Bakersfield on September 15, 2022. Frida’s life began to change when a woman took her out for a day as part of Streets of Bakersfield, a foster-for-a-day program that allows the public to take shelter dogs out for adventures. That day, Frida visited a pumpkin patch and quickly became a crowd favorite. Her gentle spirit and loving energy were impossible to ignore. The woman who spent the day with her knew this dog was something special. After returning her to the shelter, she continued to... Read More.
- [23ABC and Univision 21 Fresno/39 Bakersfield Report on CAPS' Animal Cruelty Documentary](https://caps-web.org/23abc-and-univision-cruelty-documentary/): President Deborah Howard Appears in Interviews on TV News Stories Generated by CAPS CAPS  recently released a short documentary entitled Animal Cruelty in Kern County, California, which exposes the horrible animal cruelty epidemic in California’s third largest county (by land area). Kern County, California has a horrible animal cruelty epidemic, with shocking crimes against animals not being investigated or prosecuted. CAPS’ emails and calls to the district attorney, the deputy DA in charge of the Rural Crimes Investigation Unit and county supervisors have gone unanswered. In April, CAPS President Deborah Howard met with legislative directors, a chief of staff and... Read More.
- [ABC7 News Covers CAPS' Upcoming Shelter Documentary](https://caps-web.org/abc7-news-shelter-documentary/): The Crisis at California’s Municipal Shelters is the Subject of a Recent TV News Story in the San Francisco Bay Area CAPS is making a documentary called The Crisis at California’s Municipal Shelters to push for a much-needed law that would require the state to license, regulate, and inspect municipal shelters. As with a similar law in New York, the shelters would have three years to come into compliance with the help of state funding and training. CAPS President Deborah Howard met with legislative directors for animal friendly state legislators in April and will start working on the legislation with... Read More.
- [From Shadows to Sunshine: Raya’s Journey](https://caps-web.org/from-shadows-to-sunshine-video/)
- [From the Euthanasia List to Lifesavers: Ares' and Jetta’s Happy Ending](https://caps-web.org/euthanasia-list-to-lifesavers-video/)
- [Servicios de Sterilización y Castración Gratuitos y de Bajo Costo en el Condado de Kern, California](https://caps-web.org/servicios-de-sterilizacion-video/)
- [Servicios de Sterilización y Castración Gratuitos y de Bajo Costo en el Condado de Kern, California](https://caps-web.org/servicios-de-sterilizacion-y-castracion-gratuitos-y-de-bajo-costo-en-el-condado-de-kern-california/): Aviso importante para los residentes del condado de Kern Ayude a disminuir la eutanasia en los refugios de animales y el abandono y crueldad a los animales esterilizando y castrando a sus animales con servicios gratis y de descuento. Para el año 2025, Kern County tiene precio especial de $20 y esterilización y castración gratis para los residentes de areas de Kern County no incorporadas. Los servicios son gratuitos para los residentes de las zonas con código postal 93305 a 93308. Si usted no puede pagar los $20 en una de las clínicas veterinarias que participan en este programa, usted... Read More.
- [Duryea, Vickie](https://caps-web.org/duryea-vickie/): Breeder: Vickie Duryea Kennel: Duryea’s Dazl’n Doggies Address: 183 T Rd City, State, Zip: Goff, KS 66428 Date and time of CAPS Investigation: 3/8/25, 1542 Weather at time of investigation: 51°F and sunny Approximate number of dogs and puppies observed at time of investigation: 10 dogs Number of adult dogs and puppies at last USDA inspection: 37 adult dogs and 18 puppies on 10/19/23 Breeds: Labrador Retrievers Outdoor dog runs The property had a variety of kennel areas. Three were several sets of outdoor enclosures. Two were a series of about a dozen outdoor runs, each run about four feet... Read More.
- [Bloom, Lewis](https://caps-web.org/bloom-lewis/): Breeder: Lewis Bloom Kennel Name: Bloom Farms LLC (Bloom Kennels on USDA license) Address: 1901 Frontier Rd, Clay Center, KS 67432 USDA License: 48-A-1316 (cancelled 5/6/22; operating without a license) Date and time of CAPS Investigation: 3/8/25, 1:24 PM Weather at time of investigation: 50°F and sunny Approximate number of dogs and puppies observed at time of investigation: eight dogs Number of adult dogs and puppies at last USDA inspection: 24 adult dogs and 13 puppies on 1/24/22 (has had as many as 101 dogs and puppies) Commercial kennel The property had two areas resembling kennels, but I could only... Read More.
- [Snow, Levi](https://caps-web.org/snow-levi/): Breeder: Levi Snow Kennel Name: Snow Hill Kennel Address: 3583 SE 45th St, Columbus, KS 66725 USDA License: 48-A-2218 (cancelled 12/14/23; operating without a license) Date and time of CAPS Investigation: 3/9/25, 5:22 PM Weather at time of investigation: 61°F and sunny Approximate number of dogs and puppies observed at time of investigation: about 26 dogs Number of adult dogs and puppies at last USDA inspection: 28 adult dogs and 22 puppies on 8/16/23 Breeds: Cavalier King Charles, Beagles, Shelties (information obtained from the kennel’s Facebook page) The facility was a series of sheltered dirt runs and indoor/outdoor pens on... Read More.
- [Shaffer, Alice](https://caps-web.org/shaffer-alice/): Breeder: Alice Shaffer Kennel Name: Forever Friends Puppies Address: 2398 25000th Rd, McCune, KS 66753 USDA License: 48-A-2195 Date and time of CAPS Investigation: 3/9/25, 4:46 PM Weather at time of investigation: 60°F and sunny Approximate number of dogs and puppies observed at time of investigation: Two dogs (only two stepped out of doggie-doors into outdoor runs at the time I observed the kennel) Number of adult dogs and puppies at last USDA inspection: 28 adults and 18 puppies on 2/24/25 Breeds: Maltese, Havanese, ,Cotons de Tuléar, Miniature Poodles, Toy Poodles, Cocker Spaniels, Mixes (information obtained from the breeder’s website)... Read More.
- [From the Euthanasia List to Lifesavers: Ares' and Jetta’s Happy Ending](https://caps-web.org/from-the-euthanasia-list-to-lifesavers/): Sometimes, the most unexpected heroes walk into our lives on four paws. For Christie, those heroes are Ares and Jetta, two dogs once on the euthanasia list at Kern County Animal Services, who are now her constant companions and lifesavers. After undergoing a lung transplant, Christie returned home after nearly a year in the hospital, only to face unimaginable heartbreak. Without her knowing, her beloved dogs Trip and Zoey had become gravely ill. Trip, her Boxer and soul dog, passed away just three days after her return. Zoey, his lifelong best friend, lost her spark after his death. Cancer took her too, just... Read More.
- [Lapp, Crist](https://caps-web.org/lapp-crist/): Breeder: Crist Lapp Address: 3019 Harvest Rd, Ronks, PA 17572 USDA License: 23-A-0599 Date and time of CAPS Investigation: 2/25/25, 12:00 PM Weather at time of investigation: 54°F and sunny Approximate number of dogs and puppies observed at time of investigation: 11 dogs Number of adult dogs and puppies at last USDA inspection: 54 adults and 27 puppies on 4/3/25 Breeds: Yellow Labrador Retrievers, unknown The property owned by Crist Lapp has two residences and several kennel buildings. There was an eastern residence and a western residence, with the eastern one listed on Google Maps as Blue Rock French Bulldogs.... Read More.
- [Kincaid, Colleen](https://caps-web.org/kincaid-colleen/): Breeder: Colleen Kincaid Kennel name: Gigi’s Lil Gems (formerly Kincaid’s K9s) Address: 24850 Lyons Rd City, State, Zip: Chanute, KS 66720 USDA License: 48-A-2169 (cancelled 6/1/23; operating without a license) Date and time of CAPS Investigation: 3/9/25, 1356 Weather at time of investigation: 60°F and sunny Approximate number of dogs and puppies observed at time of investigation: six dogs Number of adult dogs and puppies at last USDA inspection: 60 adults dogs and 21 puppies on 6/1/23 Breeds: Poodles, Cavaliers, Yorkies (information obtained from the breeder’s website) Caged dogs Satellite imagery shows a variety of kennel areas on the property,... Read More.
- [Univision 21 Fresno/Univision 39 Bakersfield: Crueldad Animal en el Condado de Kern](https://caps-web.org/univision-crueldad-animal-en-kern/)
- [A CAPS Investigation of Paw Time Puppies & Rescue](https://caps-web.org/a-caps-investigation-of-paw-time-puppies-rescue/)
- [ABC7 Bay Area: Advocates Demand Change after Latest Dog Death at San Jose Animal Care Center](https://caps-web.org/abc7-san-jose-shelter/)
- [23ABC Bakersfield: Dying Dog Found in Dumpster](https://caps-web.org/23abc-bakersfield-dying-dog-found-in-dumpster/)
- [A CAPS Investigation of The Barn on Baseline](https://caps-web.org/barn-on-baseline/)
- [Lapp, Christian](https://caps-web.org/lapp-christian/): Breeder: Christian Lapp Kennel Name: Busy Bee Farm Address: 105 Marshville Rd City, State, Zip: Fort Plain, NY 13339 USDA License: 21-A-0198 Date and time of CAPS Investigation: 2/24/25, 12:32 PM Weather at time of investigation: 41°F and mostly cloudy Approximate number of dogs and puppies observed at time of investigation: about twelve dogs Number of adult dogs and puppies at last USDA inspection: 27 adult dogs and 28 puppies on 10/08/24 Breeds: Corgis, Golden Retrievers, others that could not be clearly identified The kennel was a greenhouse with nine indoor/outdoor runs on its northern side. They were designed such... Read More.
- [Lambright, Daniel](https://caps-web.org/lambright-daniel-2/): Breeder: Daniel Lambright Kennel Name: River Bend Pets Address: 1930 W 700 S City, State, Zip: Wolcottville, IN 46795 USDA License: 32-A-0917 Date and time of CAPS Investigation: 2/28/25, 1:25 PM Weather at time of investigation: 54°F and sunny Approximate number of dogs and puppies observed at time of investigation: 12 Number of adult dogs and puppies at last USDA inspection: 38 adults and 34 puppies on 6/23/21 Breeds: Cocker Spaniels, small white dogs that appeared to be Bichons The kennel was a building with about eight indoor/outdoor runs on its eastern and western sides. Runs were about four feet... Read More.
- [A CAPS Investigation of The Barn on Baseline](https://caps-web.org/the-barn-on-baseline/): The Barn on Baseline 16173 Base Line Rd Genoa, IL 60135 Date and time of CAPS Investigation: 3/3/25, 0959 Weather at time of investigation: 40°F and overcast Approximate number of dogs and cats observed at time of investigation: about 22 dogs and 50 cats Unsocialized cats The shelter had an indoor area for cats and an indoor and outdoor area for dogs. There were dozens of cat enclosures, which were plastic boxes with clear door, each enclosures about two feet wide and four feet long. Each had a litter box, plastic shelf, and the bottom half of a small plastic... Read More.
- [Petland Naples](https://caps-web.org/petland-naples/): Petland Naples 1000 Immokalee Rd., Suite 40 Naples, FL 34110 (239) 324-4711 Date and time of CAPS investigation: 05/14/22; 1539 Approximate number of dogs observed at time of investigation: 24 puppies The store had about eight enclosures for puppies, each elevated and made with glass front walls and slatted plastic floorings. Some of them were divided into two enclosures by a glass wall, with two to four puppies per enclosure. When I entered the store and approached the puppies, an employee (Caucasian male, about 5’9″, 180 lbs., with black hair several inches long, a mustache, and short beard under his... Read More.
- [Paw Time Puppies & Rescue](https://caps-web.org/paw-time/): Paw Time Puppies & Rescue 6434 Calumet Ave. Hammond, IN 46324 (219) 888-0776 Date and time of CAPS investigation:  3-1-25; 1240 Approximate number of dogs observed at time of investigation: 22 puppies Puppies in the store were kept in barren wire cages. There were a total of 16 cages in the store, each about two feet long and tall and 1.5 feet wide, with wire floorings. Under the floorings were newspaper-covered trays. Each cage had one to two puppies and a water bottle attached to a wall but had no toys or blankets of any kind. Owner agitated by questions about... Read More.
- [Furry Babies](https://caps-web.org/furry-babies-lombard-2/): Furry Babies 170 Yorktown Shopping Center Lombard, IL 60148 630-812-7335 Date and time of CAPS investigation:  3-1-25; 1534 Approximate number of dogs observed at time of investigation: 15 puppies The store had about ten crib-shaped enclosures for puppies. Each enclosure was about three feet wide, five feet long, raised slightly above the ground on stilts, and open on top for customers to look down and see puppies inside. Enclosures had solid floorings with water dishes, toys, and a small blanket partially covering them. I saw one to three puppies, of various breeds, per enclosure. Nowhere was their information about where puppies... Read More.
- [Furry Babies](https://caps-web.org/furry-babies-aurora-2/): Furry Babies 2353 Fox Valley Center Drive Aurora, IL 60504 630-528-2488 Date and time of CAPS investigation:  3-3-25; 1215 Approximate number of dogs observed at time of investigation: 15 puppies The store had about nine crib-shaped enclosures for puppies. Each enclosure was about three feet wide, five feet long, raised slightly above the ground on stilts, and open on top for customers to look down and see puppies inside. Enclosures had solid floorings with water dishes and toys on them. I saw one to three puppies, of various breeds, per enclosure. The only information about puppies on their enclosures were their... Read More.
- [The Perfect Pup](https://caps-web.org/the-perfect-pup-2/): The Perfect Pup 2400 E Main St St. Charles, IL 60174 (630) 444-1404 Date and time of CAPS investigation:  3-2-25; 1230 Approximate number of dogs observed at time of investigation: 4 puppies There were just four puppies in the store, placed individually in enclosures set on the ground. These enclosures were  about two feet wide and four feet long, with solid walls and floorings and open tops. There were about half a dozen enclosures, and those with a puppies had water and food dishes and toys inside, and small blankets partially covering the floorings. There was no information on enclosures about... Read More.
- [King Neptune's Pet World](https://caps-web.org/king-neptunes-pet-world-2/): King Neptune’s Pet World 707 W Jefferson St Shorewood, IL 60404 815-725-2666 Date and time of CAPS investigation:  3-1-25; 1410 Approximate number of dogs observed at time of investigation: 12 puppies The store had about 10 puppy enclosures in it. Each was a raised pen, about four feet wide and long, with solid, clear walls and solid floorings covered in wood shavings. Not all pens had puppies, but those that did contained about one to three puppies each. Occupied enclosures had water dishes in toys in them. One enclosure had a sign on it that read, “NEW RESCUES COMING SOON.” I... Read More.
- [Petland Batavia](https://caps-web.org/petland-batavia-2/): Petland Batavia 401 N Randall Rd Batavia, IL 60510 (630) 592-0206 Date and time of CAPS investigation:  3-1-25; 1532 Approximate number of dogs observed at time of investigation: 40 puppies Puppies were in aquarium-like enclosures set in a wall on one side of the store. There were 18 total, each about four feet long, two feet tall, and 1.5 feet deep. They had solid walls excepts for metal bars on doors of their back walls, and metal wire floorings. Plastic pads covered about 20% of the floorings. Not all enclosures had puppies, but those that did had 1-4 puppies each, and... Read More.
- [Companion Animal Protection Society Releases Documentary Entitled Animal Cruelty in Kern County, California (Press Release)](https://caps-web.org/companion-animal-protection-society-releases-documentary-entitled-animal-cruelty-in-kern-county-california/): Nonprofit Is Using Documentary to Obtain State Funding for Countywide Animal Cruelty Task Force Bakersfield, CA –The Companion Animal Protection Society, a national nonprofit based in Thousand Oaks, CA, has just released a short documentary entitled Animal Cruelty in Kern County, California, which exposes the horrible animal cruelty epidemic in California’s third largest county (by land area). Kern County, California has a horrible animal cruelty epidemic, with shocking crimes against animals not being investigated or prosecuted. CAPS’ emails and calls to the district attorney and the deputy DA in charge of the Rural Crimes Investigation Unit have gone unanswered. CAPS... Read More.
- [Kern County Low-Cost and Free Spay Neuter Services](https://caps-web.org/kerncountyspayneuter/)
- [CAPS Releases Documentary Entitled Animal Cruelty in Kern County, California](https://caps-web.org/caps-releases-documentary-animal-abuse-in-kern-county-california/): Nonprofit Is Using Documentary to Obtain State Funding for Countywide Animal Cruelty Task Force CAPS  has just released a short documentary entitled Animal Cruelty in Kern County, California, which exposes the horrible animal cruelty epidemic in California’s third largest county (by land area). Kern County, California has a horrible animal cruelty epidemic, with shocking crimes against animals not being investigated or prosecuted. CAPS’ emails and calls to the district attorney and the deputy DA in charge of the Rural Crimes Investigation Unit have gone unanswered. CAPS President Deborah Howard met last week with legislative directors, a chief of staff and... Read More.
- [CAPS is Spreading the Word about Kern County's Low-Cost and Free Spay and Neuter Services](https://caps-web.org/caps-is-spreading-the-word-about-kern-countys-low-cost-and-free-spay-and-neuter-services/): Goal of Services is to Decrease Shelter Euthanasia and Animal Abandonment and Cruelty  CAPS has been partnering with Kern County Animal Services in Bakersfield, California for more than three years to help save the lives of at-risk abandoned dogs who end up in the shelter. Our efforts have saved the lives of 346 dogs and six cats (cats are not at risk for euthanasia unless very ill or badly injured). CAPS is now using its social media to promote the county’s low-cost and free spay/neuter services, with the Instagram and Facebook posts being advertised to reach more residents of Kern... Read More.
- [From Shadows to Sunshine: Raya's Journey](https://caps-web.org/from-shadows-to-sunshine-rayas-journey/): CAPS’ Efforts in Saving a Dog on Euthanasia List Result in a Wonderful Forever Home Some dogs arrive at the shelter and seem to fade into the background—not because they don’t have something special to offer but because the chaos around them drowns it out. Raya was one of those dogs. She was brought into Kern County Animal Services (KCAS) in Bakersfield as a stray on February 4, 2025, underweight and quietly tucked away in a kennel at the very back of the shelter. That section is known for being tough on dogs—right next to a loud exterior door that... Read More.
- [Animal Cruelty in Kern County, California Trailer 2](https://caps-web.org/kernanimalcruelty2/): This is the second trailer for CAPS’ documentary entitled Animal Cruelty in Kern County, California. Kern County has  a horrible animal cruelty epidemic. Shocking crimes against animals are not investigated or prosecuted. CAPS plans to use this documentary to persuade state legislators who represent Kern County to obtain special funding for a desperately needed animal cruelty task force.
- [Animal Cruelty in Kern County, California Documentary](https://caps-web.org/kernanimalcrueltydoc/): Animal Cruelty in Kern County, California exposes the horrible animal cruelty epidemic in California’s third-largest county (by land area). The crimes against animals are shocking, and none of them are being investigated or prosecuted. CAPS plans to use this documentary to persuade state legislators who represent Kern County to obtain special funding for a desperately needed animal cruelty task force.
- [CAPS Releases Trailer for Kern County Animal Cruelty Documentary](https://caps-web.org/caps-releases-trailer-for-kern-county-animal-cruelty-documentary/): Documentary exposing horrific abuse will be used to try to get funding for countywide animal cruelty task force Kern County, California has a horrible animal cruelty epidemic. The crimes happening there are shocking, and none of them are being investigated or prosecuted. CAPS’ emails and calls to the district attorney and the deputy DA in charge of the Rural Crime Investigation Unit have gone unanswered. CAPS is currently making a short documentary about Kern County’s animal cruelty in order to obtain state funding for a countywide animal cruelty task force. While it may be difficult for many of you to... Read More.
- [Animal Cruelty in Kern County, California Trailer](https://caps-web.org/kernanimalcruelty/): This is the first trailer for CAPS’ documentary entitled Animal Cruelty in Kern County, California. Kern County has  a horrible animal cruelty epidemic. Shocking crimes against animals are not investigated or prosecuted. CAPS plans to use this documentary to persuade state legislators who represent Kern County to obtain special funding for a desperately needed animal cruelty task force.

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- [Financial Documents](https://caps-web.org/financial-documents/): CAPS Financial Review 2024 CAPS IRS Form 990 2024
- [Planned Giving - Letter of Intent](https://caps-web.org/confidential-letter-of-intent/): [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_wp_custommenu nav_menu=”316″ el_class=”side-menu”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
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- [Bea explains it all](https://caps-web.org/551-bea-explains-it-all/): Bea explains it all Wednesday, 27 April 2011 20:00 Although I no longer chew on some of Mother’s possessions (like her pretty shoes, shiny cell phone, and pink lace bra), I am still a puppy at heart. I’ve come a long way to be the princess I am. Before I arrived at the doorstep of my true home, all I knew was neglect and wire cages. My name is Beatrice, my fans call me Bea, and my story began eight years ago in a puppy mill. I was only four months old when Companion Animal Protection Society (CAPS) investigators saved me from... Read More.
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- [Beatrice Memorial Fund](https://caps-web.org/beatrice-memorial-fund/): CAPS Spokesmodel (and puppy mill survivor) Beatrice passed away on April 25, 2017. In her honor, we have started the Beatrice Memorial Fund, which allows donors to directly support CAPS’ Rescue and Rehabilitation Program. Your donations will help CAPS rescue dogs and cats from mills during investigations and provide them with them proper veterinary care, rehabilitation, fostering and placement in forever homes. The  Rescue and Rehabilitation Program also covers the costs of  CAPS’ lifesaving program for dogs at Kern County Animal Services in Bakersfield.  
- [This Giving Tuesday, Please Join CAPS in Helping Save Dogs Like Onyx](https://caps-web.org/giving-tuesday-2024/): When Onyx was spotted, he was walking down the street, barely able to move. This sweet, 8-year-old Pit Bull had been beaten and was starving, his face covered in dog bites. Weeks before, he had been adopted out for free by Kern County Animal Services (KCAS) in Bakersfield, CA. He was taken home by a man described by a long-time volunteer as a “shady character.” In violation of state law, the shelter did not neuter Onyx before releasing him to this man, whom we believe used him for fighting. Now, Onyx found himself back in the shelter, awaiting probable euthanasia.... Read More.
- [Monthly Giving](https://caps-web.org/monthly-giving/): [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We invite you to join our dedicated group of CAPS Constant Companions. Your monthly gift provides the reliable support needed to assure the success of our year-round programs. You’ll also help us reduce our administration costs – so more of your gift goes to animal protection. Other benefits include: Recognition and communication options tailored to your preferences Better monthly budgeting and a concise year-end tax statement And, more! [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]“Marina…and you…opened a whole new world to us of puppy mills and all that entails. Thanks for being that vehicle!” – CAPS Monthly Donor [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] CAPS rescued Marina during a 1999... Read More.
- [Donate](https://caps-web.org/donate/): [vc_row full_width=”stretch_row_content_no_spaces” full_height=”yes” columns_placement=”top” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top”][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_video link=”https://vimeo.com/capsweb/donate” align=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1672071396373{padding-bottom: 0px !important;}”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1651097161156{padding-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_raw_html]JTNDZ2l2ZWJ1dHRlci13aWRnZXQlMjBpZCUzRCUyMkw0M3FiaiUyMiUzRSUzQyUyRmdpdmVidXR0ZXItd2lkZ2V0JTNF[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] Founded in 1992, the Companion Animal Protection Society (CAPS) is the only national nonprofit dedicated exclusively to protecting companion animals from cruelty in pet shops and puppy/kitten mills. CAPS addresses animal suffering through investigations, outreach, legislation, legal advocacy, consumer assistance, rescue, and shelter reform. In addition to donating once or monthly, you help fund CAPS’ efforts in other ways: Employer Matching Planned Giving Beatrice Memorial Fund Donate Now [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
- [Action Plan](https://caps-web.org/action-plan/): Help Us. Help Them. Your dollars. Your compassion. Your voice. Whichever way you choose to show your love of animals, be an advocate for change. Stand with us in our fight on behalf of animals suffering in pet shops and mills. Donate Make a tax-deductible donation to CAPS and help fund investigations, legislation, outreach, and rescues. There are many ways to give. Donate Now Monthly Giving Employer Matching Planned Giving Beatrice Memorial Fund Take Action Whether you write a letter, take part in a protest, or become a CAPS volunteer, you can help put an end to puppy mills. See... Read More.
- [The Crisis At California's Municipal Shelters Documentary Needs Funding](https://caps-web.org/ca-shelters/): [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_video link=”https://vimeo.com/869746221/118f818216″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1697509998320{padding-top: 32px !important;}”][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text] Join CAPS in Helping Animals in California’s Municipal Shelters: Support our Critical Documentary Now [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]California’s municipal shelters are in crisis. Many of the animals live in overcrowded, inhumane conditions, without sufficient exercise or veterinary care. Euthanasia rates are shockingly high. In some parts of the state, backyard breeding is rampant, and spay/neuter services are woefully insufficient. The Central Valley overflows with abandoned dogs, living in fields and dying on roadsides, including dogs and puppies killed intentionally by cruel means. It is time for the California Legislature to take action.... Read More.
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- [Find An Estate Planning Attorney](https://caps-web.org/find-an-estate-planning-attorney/): [vc_section][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_wp_custommenu nav_menu=”316″ el_class=”side-menu”][vc_column_text el_class=”mobile-menu-dropdown”][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_single_image image=”5155″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text] Finding an attorney is as easy as 1-2-3! 1. Use the resources below to obtain the names of qualified estate planning attorneys in your area. Here are some common resources to help you identify estate planning attorneys near you: Referrals from a local bar association or estate planning council The American Bar Association’s Internet lawyer referral service, www.abanet.org (search for attorneys in your area and research firms or individual attorneys to identify which ones specialize in trusts and estates or wills and probate) References from relatives, friends, and co-workers 2. Do... Read More.
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- [Gifts Anyone Can Make](https://caps-web.org/gifts-anyone-can-make/): [vc_section][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_wp_custommenu nav_menu=”316″ el_class=”side-menu”][vc_column_text el_class=”mobile-menu-dropdown”][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_single_image image=”5146″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text css=””]Some gifts do not cost you anything today but support our mission in the future. These gifts include: Naming Companion Animal Protection Society as a beneficiary of your will or living trust (see sample language) Naming Companion Animal Protection Society as a beneficiary of your qualified retirement plan (IRA, 403(b), 401(k), etc.) (see sample language) Naming Companion Animal Protection Society as a beneficiary of your life insurance policy (see sample language) Naming Companion Animal Protection Society as a beneficiary of your donor-advised fund (see sample language) How it Works Name Companion Animal Protection Society in your... Read More.
- [Planned Giving - FAQ](https://caps-web.org/planned-giving-faq/): [vc_section][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_wp_custommenu nav_menu=”316″ el_class=”side-menu”][vc_column_text el_class=”mobile-menu-dropdown”][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_single_image image=”5139″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text css=””] What is planned giving? Sometimes referred to as gift planning, planned giving is any major gift you make during your lifetime or as part of your overall financial and/or estate planning. Whether you use cash, appreciated securities/stock, real estate, artwork, partnership interests, personal property, life insurance, a retirement plan, etc., a planned gift allows you to give in a way that is most beneficial to you and your family, as well as CAPS. Do I have to be wealthy or a certain age to make a planned gift? No. There... Read More.
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- [Get Action Alerts](https://caps-web.org/get-action-alerts/): We’re building toward a more humane model. One where pet stores, selling companion animals from puppy mills, convert to adoption-only stores. But we need your help. Puppy millers and pet store industry lobbyist will use their power to fight against our best efforts. Take a stand against pet shops and puppy mills and make your voice heard. Write your legislators and tell them to stop puppy mills. Learn more about how you can help. Sign up today to receive the CAPS Communicator and Action Alerts. Each issue contains news you can use to be better informed, along with specific actions... Read More.
- [Welcome to Planned Giving](https://caps-web.org/planned-giving/): [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_wp_custommenu nav_menu=”316″ el_class=”side-menu”][vc_column_text el_class=”mobile-menu-dropdown”][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_single_image image=”5041″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text css=””]Discover the Benefits of Giving Wisely We sincerely appreciate your interest in supporting the Companion Animal Protection Society (CAPS). Since 1992, CAPS has been dedicated exclusively to protecting companion animals from cruelty in pet shops and puppy mills. CAPS addresses animal suffering through investigations, outreach, legislation, legal advocacy, consumer assistance, rescue, and shelter reform. Did you know that it’s possible for you to make a gift in support of our mission while also ensuring you meet the financial needs for your lifetime and the needs of your loved ones? These giving... Read More.
- [Employer Matching](https://caps-web.org/employer-matching/): Participate in Your Employer’s Matching Gift Program! Did you know that you may be able to double or even triple your donation to Companion Animal Protection Society (CAPS)? More than 1,400 U.S. employers sponsor programs to match charitable contributions made by their employees. Gifts from retirees and spouses may also qualify for a match.     Take these three easy steps to make a matching gift today! 1. Check with your personnel department to see if your company offers a matching gift program. 2. Request a matching gift form. 3. Complete the form and mail it along with your donation... Read More.
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- [Help us. Help them.](https://caps-web.org/your-action-plan/)
- [The CAPS Action Plan](https://caps-web.org/the-caps-action-plan/)
- [The Sad Truth Behind that Doggie in the Window](https://caps-web.org/the-sadness-behind-that-doggie-in-the-window/)
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