I'm in favor of rescue...there are sooo many animals that need love....but I'm agreeing with NA...you miss the puppy stage!

And when you have kids, sometimes that's what they enjoy the most...

Of course, missing the whole puppy potty training, nighttime crying, biting wouldn't be so bad! I swear...it's just like having an infant!

At the Ren Fest, Kat fell in love with the Greyhounds...she carried around the pamplet on how to adopt one for a week! If they weren't so big, I'd seriously consider it! I'd rather have a smaller dog!

They did tell us Greyhounds work well with cats...which we have! And are actually very docile animals who act alot like cats!

We did rescue our cat! He was full grown when we got him...2 or 3 years old...He's been the BEST animal I've ever ever had! We all adore him...even my husband who is not a cat person!

Both Corgis were robbed, I tell you.
Robbed.

How can you not vote for those short little legs and huge enormous heads?

Really? I'll have to check into those!

I thought the Shetland Sheepdog was really cute. It looked like a mini-Collie.
:)

Traci, I was just thinking that myself. I watch the shows long enough to see the danes and then turn the channel. There is nothing better than a dane in your lap with their head on your shoulder! If it wasn't for my nasty work monitoring my internet, I could show you a picture of the dane I had. He was such a big baby!

German Short Haired Pointer: Cute factor = 2
Welsh Corgi Pembroke: Cute factor = 10

You're biased, GC! ;)

Rescues are great, and you actually can get puppies from one. You might have a wait for one though. I don't think there is anything wrong with buying from a breeder, provided it is a good breeder. You really have to do your research to find out what makes a reputable breeder and be willing to spend the big bucks that it requires. Good breeders keep good breeds strong, but their puppies should always come with a no-breeding contract.

Baileykat, I have my ear fairly well to the ground regarding rescue and breeding in AZ. I know some tuscon people. If you need a breeder check or referral, let me know and I can probably find one for any breed. Rescuers usually know the reputable breeders in town.