(2008) We've been monitoring the Petland location on the Fraser Highway for many years, and despite numerous complaints to the BC SPCA and local government, this store, like others, is in business because of consumer demand. The pet trade industry is booming, and society's exploitation of cats, dogs, birds, rabbits, rodents, reptiles and others, appears unstoppable. While the killing of unwanted pets by pounds and humane societies has reached epidemic proportions, the breeding carries on, unabated. The bottom line is that there's money to be made, never mind the inordinate suffering, abuse, and death to all the creatures who become victims of the human species.
On our recent visit we again noticed the number of companion bird species. Weeks after being born they’re ready for sale. Baby hamsters were also in abundance, as were rabbits. Flyers on the enclosures listed the price and advertised that they were great first pets. We took this to read disposable commodities.
Comment: Always report concerns to your municipal council and to the BC SPCA. Let animal advocacy groups know. You have the power to make a difference.
