I agree only in part about the impulsiveness of buying puppies and kittens in pet stores. There is no reason why strict regulations could not be implemented instead. I, personally, would rather have animals being adopted in a reputable place of business that is visible and can therefore be more easily inspected than in some of the shady establishments that continue to crop up.
I have coined a new term: impulse adoption. I find it interesting that in order to find homes for rescued animals, these groups organise adoption days where they set up in public malls, fairs and parks and not always in the most ideal of conditions. I find this practice questionable in that it completely mimics a pet store set-up without the proper facilities. I know many shelters have people answer questions and fill out questionnaires, but someone who really wants a pet will quickly learn what the correct answers are.
The minute you put pets in plain sight, whether it be in a pet store, in an adoption day or post a picture on the internet, you get the potential to attract those who will adopt impulsively. Animals adopted from shelters and rescues are also abandoned, often more than once.
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