September 21, 2024 Puppy Mill Awareness Day prodamedion
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WHEREAS, the City of Denton seeks to promote awareness of the harmful effects of supporting puppy mills,
which contribute to unethical breeding practices and poor conditions for dogs and their puppies;
and
WHEREAS, purchasing from puppy mills perpetuates practices where dogs are raised in overcrowded,
unsanitary conditions that increases the risk for neglect and severe health issues for puppies;
and
WHEREAS, the community should be aware of the impact supporting puppy mills has on animal welfare
and public health, and should instead choose to adopt pets from shelters and rescue
organizations; and
WHEREAS, adopting from shelters like the Linda McNatt Animal Care and Adoption Center and its rescue
partners not only saves lives but also helps to reduce the demand for animals from unethical
sources and promotes responsible pet ownership reducing animal homelessness and
overpopulation; and
WHEREAS, we aim to foster a more compassionate and informed community and encourage residents to
make informed choices regarding pet adoption and animal welfare.
NOW,THEREFORE, I, Gerard Hudspeth, Mayor of the City of Denton, Texas, do hereby declare and proclaim
September 21,2024,as
"PUPPY MILL AWARENESS DAY"
in the City of Denton and urge all citizens to support and celebrate the Linda McNatt Animal
Care Adoption Center and other local animal shelters by adopting pets, volunteering, and
advocating for the treatment of all animals.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the official
seal of the City of Denton,Texas to be affixed this the 211 day of September 2024.
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GERARD HU SPETH,MAYOR
ATTEST:
LAUREN THODEN,CITY SECRETARY
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