Petco has never sold dogs, and they have no plans to start doing so in the future. While they used to sell puppies in their stores, they stopped this practice over a decade ago.
Petco made the decision to no longer sell puppies in their stores after they did extensive research on the pet industry and found that many puppies sold in pet stores come from puppy mills. Puppy mills are commercial breeding facilities that mass-produce puppies for sale, often in inhumane conditions. The dogs at puppy mills are kept in crowded, dirty cages and are not given the proper care or socialization they need.
Petco decided that they did not want to support this industry, and so they stopped selling puppies in their stores. Instead, they now work with rescue organizations to promote adoption and help find homes for homeless dogs. They also offer a wide variety of products and services to help dog owners take care of their furry friends.
So, while Petco never did sell dogs and doesn’t plan on starting anytime soon, they are still a great resource for all your dog-related needs!
