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Size: 1352 X 994 Keywords:    Recent Updated: 11 days ago - Created by Alex Gonzalez - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Alex Gonzalez Size: 600 X 450 Keywords:    Recent Updated: 21 days ago - Created by Patrick Leer - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Patrick Leer ABC NEWS - VOTE 2010 - Election 2010 coverage in ABC News Headquarters in New York City. Diane Sawyer is pictured with members of the Decision Desk. (ABC/ Ida Mae Astute) Size: 371 X 370 Keywords:    ABC NEWS - VOTE 2010 - Election 2010 coverage in ABC News Headquarters in New York City. Diane Sawyer is pictured with members of the Decision Desk. (ABC/ Ida Mae Astute) Recent Updated: 4 months ago - Created by Ken Winneg - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Ken Winneg Size: 1352 X 994 Keywords:    Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Latinos Ready To vote - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Latinos Ready To vote Size: 1458 X 1055 Keywords:    Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Latinos Ready To vote - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Latinos Ready To vote Size: 1352 X 1019 Keywords:    Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Latinos Ready To vote - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Latinos Ready To vote "Lucky Dogs" SOLD M: Acrylic "This family of rescued pets lives the good life with their family in a warm loving home with lots of space to play. Not all pets are so lucky, though. Over 4 million dogs alone are put to sleep each year, because there are not enough people to adopt them from shelters. So WHY do people still buy dogs & cats from pet stores? Why do they feed an industry of cruelty when they could be a hero to a special shelter pet? If consumers adopted instead of purchasing pets, puppy mills would shut down. There would be no financial reason to stay open. And if there is no money to be gained from the cruelty, then the cruelty would end." Artist Ken Farris of St Charles, MO. (8x10 Prints available $30.00 each) Size: 403 X 512 Keywords:    "Lucky Dogs" SOLD M: Acrylic "This family of rescued pets lives the good life with their family in a warm loving home with lots of space to play. Not all pets are so lucky, though. Over 4 million dogs alone are put to sleep each year, because there are not enough people to adopt them from shelters. So WHY do people still buy dogs & cats from pet stores? Why do they feed an industry of cruelty when they could be a hero to a special shelter pet? If consumers adopted instead of purchasing pets, puppy mills would shut down. There would be no financial reason to stay open. And if there is no money to be gained from the cruelty, then the cruelty would end." Artist Ken Farris of St Charles, MO. (8x10 Prints available $30.00 each) Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson "Prisoners of Profit" SOLD Media: Photography "I am an advocate for the healthy, fair and kinder treatment of animals. It is clear to see that 'puppy mills' have become an outlet of pain and suffering for an industry based not on treatment but profit. In a time of breed celebrity, made popular by the famous and influential, puppy mills are reaping the rewards of overpopulation, breed degradation, and irresponsible breeding." Artist Aunia Kahn of St Louis, MO. (16x20 Prints available $100 each) Size: 413 X 512 Keywords:    "Prisoners of Profit" SOLD Media: Photography "I am an advocate for the healthy, fair and kinder treatment of animals. It is clear to see that 'puppy mills' have become an outlet of pain and suffering for an industry based not on treatment but profit. In a time of breed celebrity, made popular by the famous and influential, puppy mills are reaping the rewards of overpopulation, breed degradation, and irresponsible breeding." Artist Aunia Kahn of St Louis, MO. (16x20 Prints available $100 each) Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson "The Skeleton Puppy Series" by Mollie Chounard I started working on pieces for this show to help raise awareness about the horrors that go on in Puppy Mills. I knew bad things were happening, I'd heard rumors, but I wasn't really prepared to see for myself. The research for this show was very gruesome and difficult to get thru. There were many times when I had to force myself to keep going, and several of the images will haunt me forever. It has made such an impression on me that I feel it is important to share my new found knowledge. Many of the puppy mill images I found in my research were emaciated and pathetic. In this series I wanted to take that thought furthur. The colors, the looseness of the drawing, and the background were intended to create an eerie atmosphere, almost like the subjects had just been excavated. It was important to me that people see the ultimate results of puppy mills. Artist Mollie Chounard of St Peters, Missouri. Size: 512 X 509 Keywords:    "The Skeleton Puppy Series" by Mollie Chounard I started working on pieces for this show to help raise awareness about the horrors that go on in Puppy Mills. I knew bad things were happening, I'd heard rumors, but I wasn't really prepared to see for myself. The research for this show was very gruesome and difficult to get thru. There were many times when I had to force myself to keep going, and several of the images will haunt me forever. It has made such an impression on me that I feel it is important to share my new found knowledge. Many of the puppy mill images I found in my research were emaciated and pathetic. In this series I wanted to take that thought furthur. The colors, the looseness of the drawing, and the background were intended to create an eerie atmosphere, almost like the subjects had just been excavated. It was important to me that people see the ultimate results of puppy mills. Artist Mollie Chounard of St Peters, Missouri. Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson "Trash or Treasure" Artist Diana Saffo Bono As an artist my artwork has always been a celebration of life. Life should be treasured, and animals, especially dogs, enrich our lives in ways too many to number. As a Missourian, I am appalled that we are one of the top states perpetuating and benefitting from a situation as abhorrent as Puppy Mills. We are a throwaway society and the Puppy Mill industry is a testament to that. Awareness is the first important step. If people would do something as simple as choosing a puppy from a reputable breeder, or better yet, adopting from their neighborhood animal shelter, we can make a huge difference. As you are viewing the works entered in this show, think about what you are seeing. Ask yourself if this is just another "cause", or is it something that is worth a second thought. And, if you are about to buy a puppy for your family, please consider very carefully where you will make your purchase. Artist Diana Saffo Bono of Lake St Louis, Missouri Size: 509 X 512 Keywords:    "Trash or Treasure" Artist Diana Saffo Bono As an artist my artwork has always been a celebration of life. Life should be treasured, and animals, especially dogs, enrich our lives in ways too many to number. As a Missourian, I am appalled that we are one of the top states perpetuating and benefitting from a situation as abhorrent as Puppy Mills. We are a throwaway society and the Puppy Mill industry is a testament to that. Awareness is the first important step. If people would do something as simple as choosing a puppy from a reputable breeder, or better yet, adopting from their neighborhood animal shelter, we can make a huge difference. As you are viewing the works entered in this show, think about what you are seeing. Ask yourself if this is just another "cause", or is it something that is worth a second thought. And, if you are about to buy a puppy for your family, please consider very carefully where you will make your purchase. Artist Diana Saffo Bono of Lake St Louis, Missouri Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson "St Bernard Rescue Dog" by Artist Mollie Chounard This piece was originally created to promote hope, but the mood in the painting suggests otherwise. It was created with the idea in mind that there is already a lot being done to help the cause, but more help is needed. There is only so much that a St. Bernard with a keg full of medical supplies can do. Artist Mollie Chounard of St. Peters, MO Size: 406 X 512 Keywords:    "St Bernard Rescue Dog" by Artist Mollie Chounard This piece was originally created to promote hope, but the mood in the painting suggests otherwise. It was created with the idea in mind that there is already a lot being done to help the cause, but more help is needed. There is only so much that a St. Bernard with a keg full of medical supplies can do. Artist Mollie Chounard of St. Peters, MO Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson There's no place like home... "Puppy mills only turn out Cruelty....Plain and simple. Our pets deserve better. They deserve a good home." Pen & Ink by Sena Carroz of New London, MO $95 Size: 640 X 480 Keywords:    There's no place like home... "Puppy mills only turn out Cruelty....Plain and simple. Our pets deserve better. They deserve a good home." Pen & Ink by Sena Carroz of New London, MO $95 Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson Puppy Hunter "Many years ago, I went to a puppy mill in New Iberia (unbeknownst to me that is was a puppy mill). I had thought I was going to a nice family farm that sold Australian Blue Heelers. I was appalled at the sight of the dogs chained to little stumps in this huge yard of mass amounts of dogs. The owners claimed that the two dogs I bought had papers, which they did, but I really didn't care about that. All I could think of was saving these dogs from these horrible living conditions. I had never seen anything like this before. Twenty five years have passed, yet this experience haunts me to this day. Now, when I hear about puppy mills raided, it all comes flying back to me." Pastel by Mary Sue Moslanka of Brentwood, MO $200 Size: 461 X 346 Keywords:    Puppy Hunter "Many years ago, I went to a puppy mill in New Iberia (unbeknownst to me that is was a puppy mill). I had thought I was going to a nice family farm that sold Australian Blue Heelers. I was appalled at the sight of the dogs chained to little stumps in this huge yard of mass amounts of dogs. The owners claimed that the two dogs I bought had papers, which they did, but I really didn't care about that. All I could think of was saving these dogs from these horrible living conditions. I had never seen anything like this before. Twenty five years have passed, yet this experience haunts me to this day. Now, when I hear about puppy mills raided, it all comes flying back to me." Pastel by Mary Sue Moslanka of Brentwood, MO $200 Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson Begging the Question "This piece also came to be at an animal shelter. The dogs just seemed to be asking me to take me home with their eyes, and it just broke my heart when they would put their paws up beneath the bars. So many shelter dogs are rescued from Missouri Puppy mills. There are not enough homes as it is already for perfectly healthy dogs in shelters, yet we continue to breed animals in cruel, inhumane conditions. Why do we keep perpetuating the problem?" Digital Photography by Jennica Abrams of Olivette, MO $70 Size: 640 X 428 Keywords:    Begging the Question "This piece also came to be at an animal shelter. The dogs just seemed to be asking me to take me home with their eyes, and it just broke my heart when they would put their paws up beneath the bars. So many shelter dogs are rescued from Missouri Puppy mills. There are not enough homes as it is already for perfectly healthy dogs in shelters, yet we continue to breed animals in cruel, inhumane conditions. Why do we keep perpetuating the problem?" Digital Photography by Jennica Abrams of Olivette, MO $70 Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson "Savior" by Mollie Chounard of St Peters, MO. I made this piece to create a hero for this cause. A hero that embodies purity, faith, strength, conviction & hope. "The Savior" an arch angel is depicted ready to go forth into battle & fight on the side of good. With righteousness and light he will rid the world of greed alongside the souls of his fallen brethren. Notice that they surround him, fortifying him and lending him strength so that he will surely succeed. "Money, Greed and the Heartless Man" Poem by Mollie Chounard) I see them huddled in the Street Frail bodies shiver in defeat Reflected in their pleading Eyes Man's callous greed in disguise Ripped from their mother's warm embrace, They long to see a smiling face Yet the mills still grow with increasing speed In time to meet consumer need Now possessions to be bought and sold By those whose hearts are oh so cold Most will never know man's love, To be best friend, or be thought of Only you can end the greed And help these angels in great need." Size: 590 X 480 Keywords:    "Savior" by Mollie Chounard of St Peters, MO. I made this piece to create a hero for this cause. A hero that embodies purity, faith, strength, conviction & hope. "The Savior" an arch angel is depicted ready to go forth into battle & fight on the side of good. With righteousness and light he will rid the world of greed alongside the souls of his fallen brethren. Notice that they surround him, fortifying him and lending him strength so that he will surely succeed. "Money, Greed and the Heartless Man" Poem by Mollie Chounard) I see them huddled in the Street Frail bodies shiver in defeat Reflected in their pleading Eyes Man's callous greed in disguise Ripped from their mother's warm embrace, They long to see a smiling face Yet the mills still grow with increasing speed In time to meet consumer need Now possessions to be bought and sold By those whose hearts are oh so cold Most will never know man's love, To be best friend, or be thought of Only you can end the greed And help these angels in great need." Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson Desperation "I went to an animal shelter for this picture, and as soon as I stepped in the room, the dogs went crazy with excitement. The animals looked so depressed and desperate for attention. Breeding dogs spend in puppy mills spend their entire lives caged & desperate." Digital Photography by Jennica Abrams of Olivette, MO $70 Size: 640 X 428 Keywords:    Desperation "I went to an animal shelter for this picture, and as soon as I stepped in the room, the dogs went crazy with excitement. The animals looked so depressed and desperate for attention. Breeding dogs spend in puppy mills spend their entire lives caged & desperate." Digital Photography by Jennica Abrams of Olivette, MO $70 Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson Tortured Animals "Tortured animals.... Those two words should never go together. Unfortunately, they do quite often. Most animals are quite helpless against us. They only want to love & be loved. They are just like children. They reflect what they are taught. If they are beaten or tortured, they will of course become mean. Why that should ever happen is beyond me. Animal cruelty is as offensive to me as any other crime, maybe worse. Animals cannot protect themselves against inhumane people. My wish is to stop animal cruelty. They are all just little kids needing good homes." Print by Sena Carroz of New London, MO $60 Size: 576 X 444 Keywords:    Tortured Animals "Tortured animals.... Those two words should never go together. Unfortunately, they do quite often. Most animals are quite helpless against us. They only want to love & be loved. They are just like children. They reflect what they are taught. If they are beaten or tortured, they will of course become mean. Why that should ever happen is beyond me. Animal cruelty is as offensive to me as any other crime, maybe worse. Animals cannot protect themselves against inhumane people. My wish is to stop animal cruelty. They are all just little kids needing good homes." Print by Sena Carroz of New London, MO $60 Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson Got Those Puppy Mill Blues "The credit for the idea for my this piece goes to my wife, Dee. We were discussing possible titles for entries into this competition and she came up with "Got The Puppy Mill Blues". I thought this was such a good title because to me it sums up my feelings about the subject of the show." Print of Acrylic by Ken Farris of St. Charles, MO $60 (Original Painting SOLD) Size: 576 X 427 Keywords:    Got Those Puppy Mill Blues "The credit for the idea for my this piece goes to my wife, Dee. We were discussing possible titles for entries into this competition and she came up with "Got The Puppy Mill Blues". I thought this was such a good title because to me it sums up my feelings about the subject of the show." Print of Acrylic by Ken Farris of St. Charles, MO $60 (Original Painting SOLD) Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson Tears of a Red Dog "This photo is of a stray pure-bred lemon beagle shortly after she was rescued. There is a good chance that she originally came from one of Missouri's notorious puppy mills. She was born with a defect that left her unable to breed. To a puppy mill, this would be a very unwanted trait. Many defective dogs are culled. Luckily she found her way to a truck-stop along Highway 44 where my husband saw her. She jumped into the car and into our hearts. My sister-in-law adopted her and she has been a part of the family ever since. This is not the outcome for most stray or puppy mill dogs. Shelters are full of purebred dogs that people have adopted and given away after the novelty wears off. Please do not support puppy mills. Adopt a stray or a pup from a reputable breeder." Photography by Larissa Rook of Belgrade, MO $150 Size: 600 X 480 Keywords:    Tears of a Red Dog "This photo is of a stray pure-bred lemon beagle shortly after she was rescued. There is a good chance that she originally came from one of Missouri's notorious puppy mills. She was born with a defect that left her unable to breed. To a puppy mill, this would be a very unwanted trait. Many defective dogs are culled. Luckily she found her way to a truck-stop along Highway 44 where my husband saw her. She jumped into the car and into our hearts. My sister-in-law adopted her and she has been a part of the family ever since. This is not the outcome for most stray or puppy mill dogs. Shelters are full of purebred dogs that people have adopted and given away after the novelty wears off. Please do not support puppy mills. Adopt a stray or a pup from a reputable breeder." Photography by Larissa Rook of Belgrade, MO $150 Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson Fight "All animals and breeds are sacred. Their fight for responsibility cannot go unheard. It is my hope, that through art, activism and speaking out, people will begin to realize all animals deserve a life of care, happiness and love. As my art depicts, love for an animal does not come in the form of their breed but the joy they can bring and enjoy. Please be responsible. Care for an animal here today, not the fads or predetermined breeding of tomorrow." Photography by Aunia Kahn of St Louis, MO $125 Size: 240 X 300 Keywords:    Fight "All animals and breeds are sacred. Their fight for responsibility cannot go unheard. It is my hope, that through art, activism and speaking out, people will begin to realize all animals deserve a life of care, happiness and love. As my art depicts, love for an animal does not come in the form of their breed but the joy they can bring and enjoy. Please be responsible. Care for an animal here today, not the fads or predetermined breeding of tomorrow." Photography by Aunia Kahn of St Louis, MO $125 Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson Throw "I am an advocate for the healthy, fair and kinder treatment of animals. It is clear to see that 'puppy mills' have become an outlet of pain and suffering for an industry based not on treatment but profit. In a time of breed celebrity, made popular by the famous and influential, puppy mills are reaping the rewards of overpopulation, breed degradation, and irresponsible breeding." Photography by Aunia Kahn of St Louis, MO $125 Size: 240 X 300 Keywords:    Throw "I am an advocate for the healthy, fair and kinder treatment of animals. It is clear to see that 'puppy mills' have become an outlet of pain and suffering for an industry based not on treatment but profit. In a time of breed celebrity, made popular by the famous and influential, puppy mills are reaping the rewards of overpopulation, breed degradation, and irresponsible breeding." Photography by Aunia Kahn of St Louis, MO $125 Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson Dogs Behind Bars "Puppy mills in Missouri are not businesses that result in anything positive for the animals. The breeds are mass-produced according to their popularity. If pet stores which buy from mills are boycotted, the demand would disintegrate. Dogs should be purchased from reputable breeders or adopted from shelters." Mixed Media (Drawing, Graphite, Prismacolor colored pencils, acrylic paint) by Vicki Odenthal of St Louis, MO $100 Size: 576 X 465 Keywords:    Dogs Behind Bars "Puppy mills in Missouri are not businesses that result in anything positive for the animals. The breeds are mass-produced according to their popularity. If pet stores which buy from mills are boycotted, the demand would disintegrate. Dogs should be purchased from reputable breeders or adopted from shelters." Mixed Media (Drawing, Graphite, Prismacolor colored pencils, acrylic paint) by Vicki Odenthal of St Louis, MO $100 Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson Forever Silent "Many puppy mill owners silence their breeding dogs in their puppy mills to keep them from barking & raising attention to their facilities. They often silence these dogs by ramming a steel rod down their throats & thereby shattering their vocal cords. These dogs will never again be able to cry in agony when they are in pain, or if lucky enough to be rescued, bark happily when their new owner adopts them." Digital Photography by A. Wilson of Florissant, MO (Exhibition piece SOLD, 6x8 Prints available $20 each) Size: 597 X 462 Keywords:    Forever Silent "Many puppy mill owners silence their breeding dogs in their puppy mills to keep them from barking & raising attention to their facilities. They often silence these dogs by ramming a steel rod down their throats & thereby shattering their vocal cords. These dogs will never again be able to cry in agony when they are in pain, or if lucky enough to be rescued, bark happily when their new owner adopts them." Digital Photography by A. Wilson of Florissant, MO (Exhibition piece SOLD, 6x8 Prints available $20 each) Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson Dogs Can't Vote... You Can "To my mind, to stop the "Misery in Missouri", we have to have caring and compassionate elected officials running the government. If we already have laws on the books that are not being enforced then I think it is our obligation to learn as much as we can about the candidates and vote for the people that we think will be compassionate and enforce the laws to protect our animals. I really believe if a person is not caring and compassionate about animals then they will be just as uncaring and uncompassionate when it comes to us. So, dogs can't vote, but I can." Acrylic by Ken Farris of St. Charles, MO $350 Size: 640 X 418 Keywords:    Dogs Can't Vote... You Can "To my mind, to stop the "Misery in Missouri", we have to have caring and compassionate elected officials running the government. If we already have laws on the books that are not being enforced then I think it is our obligation to learn as much as we can about the candidates and vote for the people that we think will be compassionate and enforce the laws to protect our animals. I really believe if a person is not caring and compassionate about animals then they will be just as uncaring and uncompassionate when it comes to us. So, dogs can't vote, but I can." Acrylic by Ken Farris of St. Charles, MO $350 Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson No More Please "One's not bad ... ten's sad. It's raining cats and dogs. We need a healthy neutering and spaying umbrella. In this, the puppy mill capital of the United States, we need to enact laws that will better the lives of animals and stop legislation detrimental to animal welfare. When used up, many dogs from puppy mills are abandoned and add further to our pet overpopulation problems. YOU can make a difference in the overpopulation of pets in Missouri ... spay and neuter. Too many puppies and kittens ... no matter how cute they are ... can lead to homeless and abandoned animals in need of care and shelter. Be kind ... spay and neuter your scooter!" Photography by Carolyn Schlueter of St Charles, MO $250 Size: 377 X 480 Keywords:    No More Please "One's not bad ... ten's sad. It's raining cats and dogs. We need a healthy neutering and spaying umbrella. In this, the puppy mill capital of the United States, we need to enact laws that will better the lives of animals and stop legislation detrimental to animal welfare. When used up, many dogs from puppy mills are abandoned and add further to our pet overpopulation problems. YOU can make a difference in the overpopulation of pets in Missouri ... spay and neuter. Too many puppies and kittens ... no matter how cute they are ... can lead to homeless and abandoned animals in need of care and shelter. Be kind ... spay and neuter your scooter!" Photography by Carolyn Schlueter of St Charles, MO $250 Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson Forget Me Not "This sad puppy, and so many like him, need rescuing from awful conditions of Missouri puppy mills. He is nameless, but hopeful that one day he might get to run outside and chase butterflies, longing for the day that he might feel the warmth of the sunshine on his shaggy coat and maybe find a loving home before it's too late." Acrylic by Ann Combs of St Peters, MO $150 Size: 452 X 576 Keywords:    Forget Me Not "This sad puppy, and so many like him, need rescuing from awful conditions of Missouri puppy mills. He is nameless, but hopeful that one day he might get to run outside and chase butterflies, longing for the day that he might feel the warmth of the sunshine on his shaggy coat and maybe find a loving home before it's too late." Acrylic by Ann Combs of St Peters, MO $150 Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson Puppy Smiles, Not Mills "All puppies are born beautiful. There is something almost contagious about the smile of a puppy, no matter if they are pure-bred or not. This photo is of a beagle-mix puppy. He is happy because he was born in a clean, safe environment. He wants all puppies to be happy. But unfortunately, puppies born to puppy mills often do not get the chance. Puppy mill dogs are subject to horrific conditions. Please do not support puppy mills. Adopt a stray or a pup from a reputable breeder. Promote puppy smiles, not mills." Photography by Larissa Rook of Belgrade, MO $150 Size: 480 X 600 Keywords:    Puppy Smiles, Not Mills "All puppies are born beautiful. There is something almost contagious about the smile of a puppy, no matter if they are pure-bred or not. This photo is of a beagle-mix puppy. He is happy because he was born in a clean, safe environment. He wants all puppies to be happy. But unfortunately, puppies born to puppy mills often do not get the chance. Puppy mill dogs are subject to horrific conditions. Please do not support puppy mills. Adopt a stray or a pup from a reputable breeder. Promote puppy smiles, not mills." Photography by Larissa Rook of Belgrade, MO $150 Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson "Longing" by Suzanne Lowry $125: The Belleville News Democrat recently ran an article that revealed the way that the Missouri puppy mill problem has spilled into neighboring states. A no kill nonprofit kennel in O'Fallon, Illinois, was seeking people to adopt 37 dogs who were the overflow from a Missouri rescue shelter which had already accepted more dogs from a puppy mill than they could house. Many were in poor health and had sores on their feet from walking on chicken wire. Most had been bred for Christmas sales that did not materialize. Some required extensive veterinary care. All were scheduled for destruction. My granddaughter's weekly trips to the pet store to "see puppies" have begun to take on a more somber tone, as I wonder where these little animals originated. Obviously accustomed to walking on wire-bottom cages with little human contact, most are usually sleeping as though they have been tranquilized. The look of longing on the face of this puppy was heartbreaking, as though he had given up hope. Size: 510 X 640 Keywords:    "Longing" by Suzanne Lowry $125: The Belleville News Democrat recently ran an article that revealed the way that the Missouri puppy mill problem has spilled into neighboring states. A no kill nonprofit kennel in O'Fallon, Illinois, was seeking people to adopt 37 dogs who were the overflow from a Missouri rescue shelter which had already accepted more dogs from a puppy mill than they could house. Many were in poor health and had sores on their feet from walking on chicken wire. Most had been bred for Christmas sales that did not materialize. Some required extensive veterinary care. All were scheduled for destruction. My granddaughter's weekly trips to the pet store to "see puppies" have begun to take on a more somber tone, as I wonder where these little animals originated. Obviously accustomed to walking on wire-bottom cages with little human contact, most are usually sleeping as though they have been tranquilized. The look of longing on the face of this puppy was heartbreaking, as though he had given up hope. Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson On Our Way to a Better Day "If Missouri animals could walk down the yellow brick road & ask for one wish to be granted, I know it would be for an end to their suffering with more humane laws. They would ask our legislators to let them live their lives without fear & under humane conditions. I'm sure they would love to see a day when rescue organizations were no longer necessary in our society. Thru peaceful legislation, I know that this dream can become a reality. If Lions & Tigers & Dogs & puppies could, I know that they would join with us in these lobbying efforts. As concerned citizens about animal welfare, it is not only our responsibility but also our duty as caretakers of this planet to see to it that only better days are ahead for these animals." Acrylic by Ken Farris of St Charles, MO $400 Size: 480 X 609 Keywords:    On Our Way to a Better Day "If Missouri animals could walk down the yellow brick road & ask for one wish to be granted, I know it would be for an end to their suffering with more humane laws. They would ask our legislators to let them live their lives without fear & under humane conditions. I'm sure they would love to see a day when rescue organizations were no longer necessary in our society. Thru peaceful legislation, I know that this dream can become a reality. If Lions & Tigers & Dogs & puppies could, I know that they would join with us in these lobbying efforts. As concerned citizens about animal welfare, it is not only our responsibility but also our duty as caretakers of this planet to see to it that only better days are ahead for these animals." Acrylic by Ken Farris of St Charles, MO $400 Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson Animals Are Sacred "All animals and breeds are sacred. Their fight for responsibility cannot go unheard. It is my hope, that through art, activism and speaking out, people will begin to realize all animals deserve a life of care, happiness and love. As my art depicts, love for an animal does not come in the form of their breed but the joy they can bring and enjoy. Please be responsible. Care for an animal here today, not the fads or predetermined breeding of tomorrow." Size: 480 X 595 Keywords:    Animals Are Sacred "All animals and breeds are sacred. Their fight for responsibility cannot go unheard. It is my hope, that through art, activism and speaking out, people will begin to realize all animals deserve a life of care, happiness and love. As my art depicts, love for an animal does not come in the form of their breed but the joy they can bring and enjoy. Please be responsible. Care for an animal here today, not the fads or predetermined breeding of tomorrow." Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson Recycled "What will her fate be??? Will she be bred to produce countless litters of pups in a puppy mill? Will she replace another breeding dog, who can no longer produce more puppies? Will her hundreds of puppies be sold at pet stores only to be recycled through the humane societies later? When she no longer can produce puppies for the mills, will she be recycled as fertilizer in the fields or become part of a landfill? While her fate has yet to be decided, her life will continue to consist of hunger, sickness, confinement & misery in aa Missouri puppy mill. When it comes to dogs, recycling should never be an option." Photography by Jessica Dreyer of St. Charles, MO (SOLD: 8x10 Prints available upon request $40 each) Size: 456 X 636 Keywords:    Recycled "What will her fate be??? Will she be bred to produce countless litters of pups in a puppy mill? Will she replace another breeding dog, who can no longer produce more puppies? Will her hundreds of puppies be sold at pet stores only to be recycled through the humane societies later? When she no longer can produce puppies for the mills, will she be recycled as fertilizer in the fields or become part of a landfill? While her fate has yet to be decided, her life will continue to consist of hunger, sickness, confinement & misery in aa Missouri puppy mill. When it comes to dogs, recycling should never be an option." Photography by Jessica Dreyer of St. Charles, MO (SOLD: 8x10 Prints available upon request $40 each) Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson Lucky "Lucky is a female golden retriever rescued from a Missouri puppy mill after years of breeding and countless large litters of puppies. She was nursed back to health by her loving adoptive parents. But I question the plight of her puppies. The faded paw prints represent all the puppies she had that did not make it. These puppies either succumbed to disease, inbreeding, or the overall poor conditions they had to endure in their short little lives. The darker more prominent paw prints represent her puppies that did survive, but where are those puppies now? Were some of them brought into the endless circle of abuse & breeding to replace the old puppy mill breeding dogs? Were they sold to unsuspecting owners who wonder why their new little puppy is flea or parasite-infested or why they are having kidney or liver problems at such a young age or why their hair is falling out or they have gone blind or deaf? Mixed Media by Jessica Dreyer of St Charles, MO $250 Size: 417 X 583 Keywords:    Lucky "Lucky is a female golden retriever rescued from a Missouri puppy mill after years of breeding and countless large litters of puppies. She was nursed back to health by her loving adoptive parents. But I question the plight of her puppies. The faded paw prints represent all the puppies she had that did not make it. These puppies either succumbed to disease, inbreeding, or the overall poor conditions they had to endure in their short little lives. The darker more prominent paw prints represent her puppies that did survive, but where are those puppies now? Were some of them brought into the endless circle of abuse & breeding to replace the old puppy mill breeding dogs? Were they sold to unsuspecting owners who wonder why their new little puppy is flea or parasite-infested or why they are having kidney or liver problems at such a young age or why their hair is falling out or they have gone blind or deaf? Mixed Media by Jessica Dreyer of St Charles, MO $250 Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson Spanky "This photo of "Spanky" was taken during the seizure of 10 dogs from a residence in Cape Girardeau County, 09/27/08. This is what I saw when I first walked into the clearing where seven of these dogs were chained to trees. There were three four-month old puppies housed together in what could only be described as a rabbit hutch. I believe this photo puts a face on the need for tougher abuse/neglect laws in the state of Missouri." Photography by Melanie Coy of Cape Girardeau, MO $100.00 Framed 8x10 Size: 416 X 554 Keywords:    Spanky "This photo of "Spanky" was taken during the seizure of 10 dogs from a residence in Cape Girardeau County, 09/27/08. This is what I saw when I first walked into the clearing where seven of these dogs were chained to trees. There were three four-month old puppies housed together in what could only be described as a rabbit hutch. I believe this photo puts a face on the need for tougher abuse/neglect laws in the state of Missouri." Photography by Melanie Coy of Cape Girardeau, MO $100.00 Framed 8x10 Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson Not Enough Artist Statement: "Six inches on any side. That is all the USDA requires for each dog in a licensed facility. It's not Enough. No time outside of the cage is required. It's not enough. No rest between breeding cycles. I's Not enough. We are failing these animals. Sign the Puppy Mill Cruelty Prevention Act. Vote yes November 2nd, 2010. Then commit to adopting your next pet." Mixed Media by Heather Hoffman of St Charles, MO $250 Size: 583 X 435 Keywords:    Not Enough Artist Statement: "Six inches on any side. That is all the USDA requires for each dog in a licensed facility. It's not Enough. No time outside of the cage is required. It's not enough. No rest between breeding cycles. I's Not enough. We are failing these animals. Sign the Puppy Mill Cruelty Prevention Act. Vote yes November 2nd, 2010. Then commit to adopting your next pet." Mixed Media by Heather Hoffman of St Charles, MO $250 Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson Puppy Mill Definition "The Definition of a Puppy Mill to me is: mean, hateful, cruel, heartless, slavery, unjust, abuse, Mistreat, betray, violate.... and above all... Evil." Pen & Ink by Sena Carroz of New London, MO $125 Size: 511 X 384 Keywords:    Puppy Mill Definition "The Definition of a Puppy Mill to me is: mean, hateful, cruel, heartless, slavery, unjust, abuse, Mistreat, betray, violate.... and above all... Evil." Pen & Ink by Sena Carroz of New London, MO $125 Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson Before & After Before (Above) "This was shot shortly after we got the pups. We don't see this weary, forlorn sort of expression from Natasha much anymore. You can see the hair loss from the mange. Natasha (center), Frankie (right), Minty, our Shar-Pai- Shepherd mix (left)."After (Below) "The warm security of a loving home where a pit bull is a beloved family pet first and a bulldog second. Natasha, front, Frankie, back." Photography by Phil Kline of Kansas City, MO Mid America Bully Breed Rescue, Kansas City Dog Advocates $50.00 (Set of two $80) Size: 383 X 582 Keywords:    Before & After Before (Above) "This was shot shortly after we got the pups. We don't see this weary, forlorn sort of expression from Natasha much anymore. You can see the hair loss from the mange. Natasha (center), Frankie (right), Minty, our Shar-Pai- Shepherd mix (left)."After (Below) "The warm security of a loving home where a pit bull is a beloved family pet first and a bulldog second. Natasha, front, Frankie, back." Photography by Phil Kline of Kansas City, MO Mid America Bully Breed Rescue, Kansas City Dog Advocates $50.00 (Set of two $80) Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson "Protection or Abuse II" by Diana Saffo Bono $500: In our state we allow the importing of exotic animals. Are most of us even aware that this is happening and to such an extent? In our state we still have dog fights. Although we are aware of this abhorrent practice, why does this continue? By now, most of us, as well as the rest of the country, are aware of Missouri's ranking and involvement with Puppy Mills. Why does this continue? Read more. Become more aware. Contact your legislators. Let them know that these issues need to be addressed; this mistreatment and abuse of animals does matter. These are important issues and we want change. All animals are deserving of compassionate care and respect. In my opinion, how we treat animals reflects on who we are as human beings and how we value all life. Do we choose protection through our legislation for animals exotic or otherwise, or do we allow the many faces of abuse to continue? By no choice and no voice, we support what is." Size: 305 X 562 Keywords:    "Protection or Abuse II" by Diana Saffo Bono $500: In our state we allow the importing of exotic animals. Are most of us even aware that this is happening and to such an extent? In our state we still have dog fights. Although we are aware of this abhorrent practice, why does this continue? By now, most of us, as well as the rest of the country, are aware of Missouri's ranking and involvement with Puppy Mills. Why does this continue? Read more. Become more aware. Contact your legislators. Let them know that these issues need to be addressed; this mistreatment and abuse of animals does matter. These are important issues and we want change. All animals are deserving of compassionate care and respect. In my opinion, how we treat animals reflects on who we are as human beings and how we value all life. Do we choose protection through our legislation for animals exotic or otherwise, or do we allow the many faces of abuse to continue? By no choice and no voice, we support what is." Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson Show Me "As a Missourian, I want to show the beautiful part of Missouri to others, not the cruelty of puppy mills. It is shameful that Missouri is known as the puppy mill capital of the United States. Instead of showing cruelty, we need to show compassion. Missourians... show me you care about animal welfare & join me in signing one of the canvas panels to this piece. Dogs suffering in mills can't vote for change... but we can." Acrylic by Ken Farris of St. Charles, MO (NFS) Size: 256 X 260 Keywords:    Show Me "As a Missourian, I want to show the beautiful part of Missouri to others, not the cruelty of puppy mills. It is shameful that Missouri is known as the puppy mill capital of the United States. Instead of showing cruelty, we need to show compassion. Missourians... show me you care about animal welfare & join me in signing one of the canvas panels to this piece. Dogs suffering in mills can't vote for change... but we can." Acrylic by Ken Farris of St. Charles, MO (NFS) Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Amy Wilson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Amy Wilson Size: 320 X 240 Keywords:    Recent Updated: 1 year ago - Created by Jayson Loo - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Jayson Loo PARTICIPANT VOTE 2010 Camaro SS Cathy Newman Size: 3008 X 2000 Keywords:    PARTICIPANT VOTE 2010 Camaro SS Cathy Newman Recent Updated: 2 years ago - Created by Corvette Club of America ER-001 - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Corvette Club of America ER-001 Congressional Vote 2010 Size: 461 X 271 Keywords:    Congressional Vote 2010 Recent Updated: 2 years ago - Created by Ryan Thompson - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Ryan Thompson Size: 1600 X 1063 Keywords:    Recent Updated: 2 years ago - Created by Thaung Nyunt Moe - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Thaung Nyunt Moe Size: 1600 X 1063 Keywords:    Recent Updated: 2 years ago - Created by Thaung Nyunt Moe - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Thaung Nyunt Moe Size: 1600 X 1063 Keywords:    Recent Updated: 2 years ago - Created by Thaung Nyunt Moe - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Thaung Nyunt Moe Matthew Morrison entertains the crowd with a "Vote 2010" riff Size: 1600 X 902 Keywords:    Matthew Morrison entertains the crowd with a "Vote 2010" riff Recent Updated: 2 years ago - Created by OHDems - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - OHDems The crowd disperses. Vote 2010. Size: 2592 X 1944 Keywords:    The crowd disperses. Vote 2010. Recent Updated: 2 years ago - Created by Deborah Klein - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Deborah Klein VOTE 2010 Size: 1600 X 1200 Keywords:    VOTE 2010 Recent Updated: 2 years ago - Created by Sadashiv Hiremath - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Sadashiv Hiremath VOTE 2010 , Bucky at the back Size: 1600 X 1200 Keywords:    VOTE 2010 , Bucky at the back Recent Updated: 2 years ago - Created by Sadashiv Hiremath - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Sadashiv Hiremath Size: 142 X 252 Keywords:    Recent Updated: 2 years ago - Created by Ray Nicholas - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Ray Nicholas OFACA's VOTE 2010 Efforts Help John Laird Size: 590 X 150 Keywords:    OFACA's VOTE 2010 Efforts Help John Laird Recent Updated: 2 years ago - Created by Melodi Masaniai - View Copyright and permission to use should be sought to the author - Melodi Masaniai