It is not only the puppies but the adult dogs as well. They breed from them until the dog is 5 years old and worn out and then get rid of them. A lot of charities take them. I adopted a 5 yr bichon and she died 2 1/2 years later of a massive stroke. I have now adopted another one. they are so frightened when you first take them but become super pets. There is a petition to the government on Pro Dogs website for anyone who would like to petition the govenrment -