During this holiday season, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is raising awareness about halting puppy mill cruelty through a campaign that encourages people to avoid pet store purchases, suggesting instead that they save lives by adopting from shelters.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/12/13/animal-welfare-groups-don_n_1146356.html?ref=green
http://www.care2.com/greenliving/dont-buy-puppies-during-holidays.html