Since 2004, Ohio Dog Auctions have grown into anything but run-of-the-mill.

Breeders who participate in these auctions are raising large numbers of dogs and puppies with profit as the primary motive for existence. Many of  them are found to be unhealthy, not screened for genetic diseases, do not show resemblance to the breed standard and lack good temperament.

The picture shown above is just one of hundreds of dogs represented at this auction.

Participants at this auction travel from many surrounding states, including some, such as Pennsylvania, where public dog auctions are illegal. And two of those regular participants, breeders Kathy Jo Bauck of Minnesota and Lanzie "Junior" Horton of Virginia, have been convicted of animal cruelty.

It’s a sad life for man’s best friend.  And a business managed by a tremendous amount of corruption and consumer fraud. 

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