Monday, July 18, 2011

More than 100,000 Ask eBay to Stop Selling Animals

via Change.org - When eBay made the decision not to allow animal auctions, many people, including Felissa Elfenbein of the Two Little Cavaliers blog, believed that all eBay sites would be a safe place for animals, where deceptive and abusive puppy peddlers wouldn't be welcome.

But when Felissa discovered that eBay Classifieds was still an open market for disreputable breeders, she started a campaign on her blog to shut down the live animal listings.

Six months later, dozens of other pet bloggers have supported the cause and more than 100,000 people have signed the petition on Change.org.

Here are some ways to let eBay know you don't agree with selling animals online:
  1. Twitter: Hey @eBay: 100,000+ people oppose pet sales on @eBayClassifieds. Help #endpuppymills  http://chn.ge/eJAPwC
  2. Facebook: Post a comment on eBay's Facebook page, letting them know you don't support pet sales on eBay Classifieds.
  3. Are you an eBay user? Send a polite request to eBay Classifieds' Help Desk, asking them to shut down live animal sales on eBay Classifieds.
And, of course, sign and share the petition.

Please click here to see the full article
Photo via John Talbot at Flickr.com

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