I agree that the problem is spay/neutering. I believe all pets should be sterilized to help prevent over population but that still doesn't stop the dogs and cats that are in the shelters for other reasons. That's why there's rescues. I've been contacted many times to pull a dog from a shelter or to help a family rehome their dog. This particular momma and pups are safe. All will be spayed/neutered before being adopted. The homes will be screened before the puppies and momma are placed in them. We need to educate about over population as well as put stricter regulations on the back yard breeders.