Puppy mills are a big problem here in Iowa. In fact, a new report from the United States Department of Agriculture shows Iowa as the state with the most mill violations. Thankfully, organizations like the Animal Rescue League of Iowa are around to pull these animals from their horrendous conditions.
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Animal abuse and neglect is everywhere. Despite how regularly we see it, it still doesn't make it any less sad. Another case of neglect comes out of southeast Iowa.