Ep29: Cracks in the System: The Daniel Gingerich Case

The Daniel Gingerich puppy mill case was one of the hardest cases we have ever worked on. In 2021 we helped shut down the worst USDA licensed dog breeder in history, but it didn’t come without learning some lessons and hard truths.As we come upon the 4 year anniversary of the seizure and rescue of all of the dogs on his property, Mindi and Kristen chat about how laws and regulations often enable problematic breeders to stay in business. We also chat about unlikely allies in this case that could have helped save dogs a lot earlier, had we been open enough to reach out. For those who listened to our first podcast and followed this journey, please sit down and revisit the case, as we look back at it with all of the information that was missing the first time.When we know better, we can do better. but first we have to acknowledge that there is growth to be had!*Also, we misspoke during this episode. It was a $100,000 grant.*Please remember that the discussions we have are our opinions from our lens of work. We are not speaking on behalf of anyone else or organization*