English Springer Spaniel Forum:
Puppy Milling

AKC can not revoke someone's ability to breed unless they have violated their rules such as registering mixed breeds. There is no law preventing puppies or dogs from being shipped. English Springer Spaniels are usually gentle dogs, but some can be a bit neurotic or aggressive. Just because you witnessed a dog taking over another over food does not mean the guy is puppy milling. If you suspect the dogs are being mistreated and not living in proper conditions, the first place you contact is your local animal control...then the sheriff's office. Only if your complaint is validated can you then take the person to court to try and prove your case. As long as the dogs are provided with adequate shelter, food, water and maintained in good health, you don't have a leg to stand on. AKC is nothing more than another type of registrant agency of which they will tell you this themselves. Just stating the facts, sir.