The Dog Merchants: Inside the Big Business of Breeders, Pet Stores, and Rescuers

The Dog Merchants is the first book to explain the complex and often surprisingly similar business practices that extend from the American Kennel Club to local shelters, from Westminster champions to dog auctions. She takes an investigative approach and meets breeders and rescuers at all levels, shedding light on a little-known industry. Kavin's goal is to advance the conversation about how all dogs are treated, from puppy mills to high-kill shelters. She shows that a great deal can be improved by understanding the business practices behind selling dogs. The Dog Merchants shows how all dog lovers can come together, with one voice as consumers, on behalf of all our beloved companions.