Pet Store Supports Puppy Mills

[EmilyB]

Gary, it's not about that. I had backyard puppies many years ago. It drove me nuts to make sure they went to the right homes etc.

[fishoholic]

Originally Posted by EmilyB

Gary, it's not about that. I had backyard puppies many years ago. It drove me nuts to make sure they went to the right homes etc.

I think the idea is to try to insure that the person/store selling the dog isn't just selling it make money, but that they are also honestly looking for a good home for the dog as well. I should also note that no matter where the dog/cat comes from once they are in this world they deserve to be treated humanly and given every chance possible for a good life. Also I can't stress enough please spay and neuter your pets!

[EmilyB]

Originally Posted by fishoholic

I think the idea is to try to insure that the person/store selling the dog isn't just selling it make money, but that they are also honestly looking for a good home for the dog as well.

Selling is the key word right?

[fishoholic]

Originally Posted by EmilyB

Selling is the key word right?

Selling or adopting out either way you can usually tell who's just trying to make a quick buck by how much they charge. Scars charges $250 which includes up to date shoots/vet check, microchip, and spay/neuter. I also believe Taliz and Dogspaw give discounts to animals from rescue organizations.

[EmilyB]

Originally Posted by fishoholic

Selling or adopting out either way you can usually tell who's just trying to make a quick buck by how much they charge. Scars charges $250 which includes up to date shoots/vet check, microchip, and spay/neuter. I also believe Taliz and Dogspaw give discounts to animals from rescue organizations.

Exactly. A $250 adoption fee is nothing.

[EmilyB]

I hope that tencats can get the dog back for a proper rescue. If not, I doubt I will be able to get the dog. If anyone can, let me know, what is the price? I can definitely foster this dog.

Amen.

[Sebae again]

My wife breeds birds and only gives them the best foods and care. It is only a hobby for her as she spends more money on the birds than she makes while some breeders she knows sell off their'' bad ''birds without disclosing anything or do inbreeding which causes problems. So it all depends on the individual person and if they are doing it for the passion or profit.

Originally Posted by fishoholic

please spay and neuter your pets!

Can I spin the wheel Bob???
Sorry, couldnt resist....

Great posts by the way from most of ya'll! I agree that breeders should take responsibility. When I got Zeus it was like getting interrogated at Guatanomo, which is how it should be!

[fishoholic]

[quote=UnderWorldAquatics;303952]Can I spin the wheel Bob???
Sorry, couldnt resist....

QUOTE]

You know... after I worte that, I was tempted to add "Sorry for going all Bob Barker on you"

[G1GY]

Originally Posted by EmilyB

Gary, it's not about that. I had backyard puppies many years ago. It drove me nuts to make sure they went to the right homes etc.

I know what you're saying Deb, but I allway's hear people putting so much stock into the greatness of CKC and AKC registration. I grew up spending my weekends with my dad at the GSD club here in Calgary and seen some of the crapiest dogs known to man be sold for huge bucks because of their bloodline and papers. I've also seen some very well known breeders and trainers destroy great dogs for simple flaws in apperance. Also, so many of these dogs from so many great breeders are not the same calliber of dogs we seen in the past.(As recently as the late 70's)

I myself will avoid buying from breeders and petstores in the future and will seek out only non-registered dogs. I think the well known breeders are in it for the money to be had just as much as the next buisness. Many backyard breeders hope to recover what it's costed them on vet care and such and are happy when their puppies find a great home.

Just my opinion though.