The Puppy Mill Project
Non-profit OrganizationsIllinois, United States2-10 Employees
The Puppy Mill Project is a nonprofit organization based in Chicago, Illinois, dedicated to ending cruelty associated with puppy mills. Its activities center on public education, aiming to raise awareness about the link between mills and puppies sold in pet stores and online, as well as the broader impact on canine welfare. The organization pursues this mission through age-appropriate presentations, peaceful protests at pet-store locations, large-scale outreach campaigns, and community events, in addition to supporting local and state legislative efforts to reduce demand for mill-bred dogs and to improve conditions for dogs living in mills. Collaboration with rescue groups is also part of its approach to facilitating the rescue of puppy mill dogs and promoting humane treatment across the sector. The Puppy Mill Project operates within the nonprofit sector and holds 501(c)(3) status, focusing its work on public education, advocacy, and partnership with other animal welfare organizations.