x2 A puppy mill run by anyone is horrible, no question!! Absolutely you should know the conditions ANY new pet is coming from, no matter who they are coming from. I am on the MD Line in the heart of Amish country. I buy their flowers that put others to shame, delicious baked goods and awesome vegetables. I absolutely would buy chicks from them over a hatchery any day of the week. The labor that goes into their homes, and farms without the modern conveniences is awe inspiring and speaks volumes of MOST of them. They are overall good God fearing people. We should take a lesson.