No puppies were harmed in the making of this film -- they just died -- and I guess that would be the legal loophole. The puppies were too young and died of a virus related illness. Would Disney donate proceeds from this film to prevent the proliferation of puppy mill(s) which was the source of the puppies?
They chose to get puppies from a puppy mill because
a) they are cheaper, and
b) they give away puppies even if they don't yet have 2 months. Afterall, the youngest the cutest! Who cares if they have parvo or die while being taken to the set?
Anyone who supports puppy mills is as guilty as the "breeders" themselves.
Would Disney donate proceeds from this film to prevent the proliferation of puppy mill(s) which was the source of the puppies?I doubt it. Bastards.