So what do you think of dye for dogs?

[Tina]

And go through the same every 3 or 4 years, great, like I said a reputable breeder only produces a litter every 2-3 years, that is one litter, when they want a new dog not to make a bunch of puppies to sell. Most of the breeders I know either keep half of their litters or co-own them, like I said they breed for themselves. Mutt breeders only breed to sell puppies, since as you said since they are not going to create a new breed, they will never keep one of their own dogs to breed with, it is pointless, there are enough pets PTS everyday, how many show dogs are in shelters?

[Pam]

ruffian wrote:

And go through the same every 3 or 4 years, great, like I said a reputable breeder only produces a litter every 2-3 years, that is one litter, when they want a new dog not to make a bunch of puppies to sell. Most of the breeders I know either keep half of their litters or co-own them, like I said they breed for themselves. Mutt breeders only breed to sell puppies, since as you said since they are not going to create a new breed, they will never keep one of their own dogs to breed with, it is pointless, there are enough pets PTS everyday, how many show dogs are in shelters?

A small dog breeder does not have to breed only every 3-4 years. Small dogs are MUCH easier to get homes for than large ones.

IMO, there is nothing wrong with breeding just to sell, if you breed to produce the best dogs possible and breed and sell responsibly. A responsible mixed breed breeder may not be able to “better a breed” but they can certainly breed to produce better pet-quality animals. What is wrong with breeding animals just to be good pets?

There are enough purebreds PTS in shelters everyday too. But people still buy from purebred breeders. Why? Because they are getting an animal as a pup that they know will have good temperment and health. Suppose you want a mix as a pup that you know is going to have good health and temperament? (because not everyone wants a purebred dog–we all have our own preferences in dogs, and some people just find more attraction in labradoodles and schnoodles than in purebred labs, schnouzers, or poodles) Getting a puppy from a shelter has its dissadvantages. Mainly, you have no background on the animal’s parents, you have no clue what it will grow up like, and you have no idea what sorts of medical problems may be lurking in its genetics. If you can find a responsible mixed-breed breeder who breeds for health and temperament, then you have the option of getting a mixed breed pup that you know is genetically and tempermentally sound. You know what’s in the dog, you know the parents, and you have a pretty good idea of what the dog will grow up like.

[Pegasi1978]

😕 Umm you do realize that the both of you have been saying the same thing over and over again, right?

[Pam]

It’s always difficult when others don’t see the way you see. Ruffian feels the same way about me right now, I imagine.

But yeah, you’re right pegasi. I think we have both spoken our minds as thoroughly as we know how. My opinions won’t change, and neither will Ruffian’s. I’ll shut up now, and leave this topic alone. My opinions tend to be very unpopular anyway 😀 I hope there are no hard feelings Ruffian, it is just a difference in opinions, that’s all..

*slinks off*

[Skigod377]

I would like to make one point.. maybe two… (This because my Rottie has displaysia) I believe my rott came from a puppy mill. (I bought him from a pet store) He now has hip displaysia. I think that if I had bought from someone who did health test and had the dogs hips certified, I may not have had this problem. I know you cant show dogs who have health problems, so I believe that these dogs DO improve a breed and should be bred. I also think that people who spend more money on dogs are more likely to keep them. I cant see someone plunking down $1000 for a healthy puppy and then it ends up in the pound. I just dont think that happens all too often, if at all. I think the dogs (Purebred or not) in the shelters come from irresponsible breeders. I am also one that feels people should breed only to improve the breed. There are plenty of mutts out there who need to be adopted and thanks to greedy people, they will keep on coming. There is no reason for anyone with scruples should add on to the problem by breeding mutts. I guess what I am trying to say is that there are plenty of “Pets” in the pound. Hope I didnt repeat too much or offend. I love you guys. 😀

[Lokie]

I’m a little late to the thread with no intention of keeping the discussion going (as interesting of a read as it was), but felt inclined to say to Pam, after reading this:

Pam Thompson wrote:

My opinions tend to be very unpopular anyway 😀

On this topic (but just this one! 😛 ), I completely agree with your point of view. Ty for articulating your opinion- it might not be as unpopular as you think.

[Rose]

I don’t have a problem with people breeding crosses or mixes of any kind. I have a problem with bad breeders. Like I said always research the breeder.

Insist on seeing the dog and bitch, (more than likely the dog won’t be on the premises but, they should be able to show you x-rays (if the breed is prone to hip displasia) of the dog. Insist on seeing the kennels. If they aren’t a puppy mill they won’t mind at all. They’ll even insist on it. Don’t be surprised that a good breeder will make sure you are right for their dogs. A breeder thats willing to just take your money isn’t worth your time. This also goes for cats! Even though for cats I really do prefer “mutts”. 😆

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