Petland Iowa City is proud to be a trusted source for ethical puppy breeders, setting the standard for responsible breeding in the retail pet industry. We partner exclusively with USDA-licensed, reputable breeders who prioritize the health, safety, and well-being of every puppy. Our commitment to responsible breeding is backed by advanced care practices and a focus on transparency. At Petland Iowa City, we’re leading the way in ethical puppy sourcing and promoting higher standards in pet care nationwide.
Learn more about some of Petland Iowa City, Iowa’s Breeders Through Our Petland Docuseries
EPISODE 1: Where do Petland Puppies come from?
EPISODE 2: A day in the life of a Petland breeder.
Episode 3: Life At Petland
Please check back periodically for more episodes.
Why choose Petland Iowa City, Iowa?
We are a responsible choice!
- Petland Iowa City, Iowa is a responsible choice to buy a puppy. Not only do we comply with all local, state, and federal regulations including the USDA’s Animal Welfare Act, but we also go above and beyond such requirements.
- We provide a happy, healthy environment for our pets before they go home. Petland uses spacious kennels maintained according to standards set by licensed professional veterinarians.
- Every puppy receives a thorough examination from a licensed veterinarian.
- Health records are available upon request for full transparency.
- Puppies are up to date on all vaccinations and de-worming treatments.
- Each puppy goes home with $1,500 in accident and injury insurance coverage.
- A 14-day viral warranty is included.
- A 3-year hereditary & congenital warranty is included.
- All puppies purchased get 14 days of free health insurance. Thereafter, the customer can renew and keep pet health insurance.
- All puppies purchased get lifetime nail trimmings.
- Customers get lifetime in-store training for their puppy.
- Customers will receive spay/neuter certificate for their new puppy.
- Each puppy is microchipped for identification and safety.All puppies are microchipped.
- Purchases include a lifetime Amber Alert recovery system for added peace of mind.
- Customers can choose to enroll in the exclusive Puppy-For-A-Lifetime Program.
- Puppies head home with a training kennel and essential training supplies.
- We provide puppy vitamins, treats, & supplements for all puppies purchased.
- AKC or AKC Canine Program registration is included for puppy purchases
Petland Iowa City, Iowa gives back to their community.
Our store prides itself in giving back to the community where we work and reside. See below for some examples of Petland Iowa City, Iowa giving back to our community.
- We donates dog crates and various dog supplies to various organizations in our community.
- Petland partners with Make-A-Wish to help fulfil pet-related wishes for children with life-threatening illnesses in the area.
- Petland Iowa City, Iowa participates in a company-wide fundraising campaign every October raising thousands of dollars every year.
Some people want to ban pet stores because they believe these myths:
- Pet stores are responsible for pet overpopulation
- For every puppy sold, a shelter dog dies
- Pet stores buy from puppy mills
- Pet stores sell sick dogs
- There are plenty of purebreds in shelters
- Pet bans keep puppy mill dogs out of communities
These are simply myths. The facts speak for themselves.
Pet shelters are experiencing puppy shortages
Why is this happening? According to the New York Times, the spay/neuter initiative has been effective resulting in more than 85% of dogs being spayed or neutered. This means there are far less accidental litters that used to fill local shelters.
While people still believe there is a massive pet overpopulation problem, according to the NAIA, there are only 15 states that are currently experiencing any pet overpopulation. 35 states are not. What does this mean?
It means dogs are being transported from states with overpopulation problems. Dogs are being imported from Korea, Puerto Rico and other countries. And, unfortunately, it has led to some rescues buying puppies from breeders.
Please read the following articles on this matter below:
- Does America Have Enough Dogs for the People That Want One? Source, Washington Post
- Canine Shelter Population Study. Source, MSU College of Veterinary Medicine Research
Many “rescues” are buying puppies from the same breeders they despise. They then “adopt” these puppies to customers for big profits.
Rescue groups, historically speaking, are run by committed, caring people, clubs, or experts who want these abandoned or unwanted pets to have a home. However, with effective spay/neuter initiatives and increased demand for puppies, there has been an emergence of rescues who are buying puppies from breeders or importing them from countries without standardized vaccination protocols. It has, unfortunately, become a big business. This is also known as retail rescue. Since the dogs sold are from rescues, there are no warranties, health records, sourcing of where the dogs came from or regulations protecting the customers like one gets from a regulated pet store.
Please read the following article on this massive problem:
- Dog rescuers, flush with donations, buy animals from the breeders they scorn. Source, Washington Post
- When “puppy mill rescue” blurs the line between saving and selling dogs. Source, Huffpost
Over 1 million dogs a year are being imported from unregulated foreign countries/sources.
Because of the influx of dogs coming from other countries, the United States has seen reemergences of canine viruses, including rabies. These dogs are also being sold as “rescues” with no health records, warranties, or sourcing of where the dog came from.
The Federal Government (USDA) has released a report in Summer 2019 stating that over 1 million dogs were imported from foreign countries last year alone.
Please read the following articles on problems with importing dogs from unregulated sources:
The U.S. has become a dumping ground for foreign “puppy mill” and “rescue dogs.” Here’s is what needs to change. Source, Fox News
- Where does that rescue dog come from? Source, Inside Sources
- Perspective From the Field: Illegal Puppy Imports Uncovered at JFK Airport. Source, CDC
- Dog imported from Egypt by Kansas Shelter infected with Rabies. Source, KSHB News
Local and State legislators are voting to keep regulated pet stores in business while raising animal care and welfare standards to help get rid of the “bad actors” and puppy mills.
Below are just a handful of examples.
Colorado:
Click here to read the news release.
Naples, FL:
“If bad breeders are the problem, then we need to do something about bad breeders.” (Commissioner Andy Solis)
Click here to read the news release.
Manatee County, FL:
Click here to read the news release.
Arizona:
“Shutting down the good guys will do nothing to stop the bad actors. Rather, it will open the doors for more puppy sales from unregulated sources, where abuse and inhumane conditions are more likely. This bill ensures that puppies being sold in pet shops are coming from responsible breeders, and includes strict penalties for store owners who do not comply.” (AZ Governor Douglas A. Ducey)
Click here to see SB 1248
Click here to see the Governor’s public letter.
Ohio:
Click here to view SB 331.
Animal Rights Organizations
There will always be people that don’t believe animals should be pets and they will continue to fight to shut down pet stores. They don’t believe in zoos, aquariums or even service animals. We respect their right to their opinions.
However, we believe in the strength and joy of the human-animal bond. We see it every day when a family finds their perfect pet. We see it in veterans, in children and in people who need a little extra support. We see the companionship, loyalty and friendship a pet brings. And we believe every customer should have a responsible choice when it comes to finding their perfect pet.
For more education, please visit the following website:
Petland Charities: petlandcharities.org
