@doddlebug : I think the point is that making more with the intent to sell them is part of the problem. Why intentionally make more dogs if we cant home all the ones that already exist? 4951

@ZMAN : @ZMAN : @ZMAN : Rescues are considered a business and run like a business....when they run out of dogs or puppies some Import from other countries. I have donated to rescues as I know how much it cost to properly maintain animals. There will always be IRRESPONSIBLE backyard BREEDERS who SUPPLY the rescues with puppies. It is a personal choice where people wish to purchase their next fur baby. I can't answer or condone RESCUE BREEDERS who allow their dogs to mate and produced mixed puppies and them dump them. The AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB supported by RESPONSIBLE BREEDERS who allow themselves to be governed by strict regulations and inspections GIVE ASSISTANCE to rescues and establish programs to educate people about IRRESPONSIBLE BREEDING. It is RARE to see a purebred at a rescue as responsible breeders research their buyers and sell on contracts to ensure where their puppies go. Unfortunately the statistics show that a high percentage of rescues are returned or resold. Educate yourself when you decide to buy and bring an animal into your home and family. Responsible breeders ensure that the parents of an expected litter are healthy and fed high level nutritional food that will help ensure your puppy has the right start in life,..they give the first couple of puppy shots three weeks apart to ensure puppy is protected before it leaves with new owner...they handle and socialize zen the babies to ensure they have a better mental stability throughout their life...they are available 24/7 to support any issues or concerns the new owners may have...they only breed dogs that are structurely and mentally sound. Believe me it does make a difference to the quality of life a dog will have and their owners will not face years of vet expenses. Buy a Rescue or Purebred...everybody has a choice. THE AKC BREEDERS ARE AND STILL ARE THE ORIGINAL RESCUERS ! 4951

@doddlebug : I didn't read any of that, but I still maintain the position that breeding dogs for any reason is completely unnecessary and wrong. Whatever you have to tell yourself to justify your actions is your business. 4951

@ZMAN : It's a business and a hobby. And bc they can. Most breeders in that category are providing care, enjoying a hobby of love for a breed. The real problem is people who don't take care of their pets, and that's what you see all over Kingwood, it's not the purebreds roaming and starving. 4951

@MissAmericanPie : Most of them got those pets they don't take care of from a breeder. The problems start at the breeders. 4951

@doddlebug : You don't have to defend yourself. You are doing nothing wrong. People will disagree because they can. It's none of their business though! 4951

@ZMAN : That's where I disagree. Reputable Breeders are pretty picky about who buys from them. I know not all but most DO love dogs. People are the ones who dump, abuse and and don't give proper care. 4951

@MissAmericanPie : Reputable shmeputable. No such thing. What makes one reputable, some paperwork and higher prices? I call ********.
Bottom line, they are making more dogs when more dogs are not needed. For profit 4951

@ZMAN : Oh yes there is a difference. I know many. They love the breed and raise show dogs. They are PETS too and are loved and get great care, but others may not have that love and interest. Some may just be in it for the money. Its not much different than looking at any other area of life involving people and ethics...you get a little of everything.I'm ALL for adoption and getting a nice family pet thats a mutt. Some mutts are literally the best! But purebreds can be wonderful too. And i agree we have way too many dogs and cats but mainly that issue is due to animals reproducing on the streets bc they aren't neutered and getting proper care by being contained in safe backyards and people not being responsible pet owners. I guarantee you purebreds are NOT what you see roaming, reproducing and loose on the streets that produces so many unwanted pets. 4951

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@MissAmericanPie : So the ones that do it for the love of the breed are giving the dogs away for free then right? 4951

@ZMAN : That's fine Zman... two different types of buyers...looking for a rescue or a mixed breed go to a rescue...people looking for a purebred go to a reputable breeder...everybody has a CHOICE. This thread was NOT about your feelings about BASHING PUREBRED BREEDERS .... go to Facebook or do a yahoo search and you can interact with with people with rescues . Enjoy 4951

@doddlebug : No such thing, breeding is breeding,
Its pretty simple really. 4951

We also have bred and imported top quality working dogs over the years...some who are or have been working in Search and Rescue or Cadaver dogs...we also had a German Shepherd we bred in the 80's fighting with the US military in the Granada battles....after the. 9/11 attacks we contacted Lackland and offered them some of our working dogs....we also had one of our chihuahuas given an Award for his work with autistic children at the schools.....kids that had never spoken a word finally started talking and interacting. ( I consider that chihuahua one of my greatest accomplishments)..we have sold German shepherds to Police Departments in the US... protection dogs for families....we had a German Shepherd we had sold to some people out in West Texas that pushed a child off the side of the road when a truck was speeding toward them..child loved shepherd did not but is also considered one of the best)....Purebred dogs have a specific purpose and characteristics that they are bred for for many generations. We've also housed strays, sometimes for weeks, until they could be rehome to the right person. Never under estimate a responsible breeder...never. 4951

@ZMAN : It's a business too. Do you know anyone giving their stuff away for free? They invest a lot of money in fees, care and medical expenses.You can't seem to understand it's an interest and hobby and it costs them to participate. Again, the over population issue we have, and the problem of unwanted animals that you're concerned about, does not mostly rest upon them, but the average pet owner. 4951