Petstore Rescue Attempt

[VanSickel_Balls]

I appreciate all of the input. I realize buying the animal will eventually cause the store to stock more... but the way I personally view it is - the animal already exists. We can frown on petstores for carrying them, as we should, but my little BP didn't choose to be hatched and put in a petstore no more than responsible breeders BP's chose to be produced by someone who would provide them with excellent care. Either way, the animal already exists, and whenever possible, shouldn't be martyred for the cause of bringing the petstore down. It doesn't take that. It takes people dedicated to reporting all abuse or neglect cases they encounter and spreading awareness, contacting local authorities, starting petitions etc... I understand the "don't buy" view point, I really do. But I can't justify letting animals starve if I can do something about it, even if it's only one or two.

On that note, I contacted the Petco again and asked if any of their babies had eaten since my last visit. They said no. I asked who was in charge of assist feeding and at what point they decide to intervene. He told me whoever his superintendent is let's him know, as if it was stupid of me to even ask. He doesn't care.
So! Because I see no attempt at improvement once the situation was brought to their attention, I'm going to be reporting them to my local SPCA/animal control, or even police department if that's what it takes. I have plenty of local friends who've also witness these terrible conditions who are also willing to add on their witness testimonies as well if that gets them to pay attention.

As for little Charlie, I'll try offering food again tomorrow! Hopefully he/she has enough every now to take it on its own, but if not, I'm fine with assisting until then.