Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show

[tracilicious]

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.

[Gemini Cricket]

Originally Posted by tracilicious

You're biased, GC!

No bias whatsoever....huh?....the Corgi that lives with me?....that's not a Corgi, it's an imp covered in fur....

[Baileykat]

Thanks Traci!

I'll remember that! Of course we can't make a trip to the mall without going into the pet shops...and seeing the prices they are charging for even the mixed breed dogs! HOLY COW..or HOLY CAT!

It's crazy!

Of course we wouldn't ever buy from a pet store...I hear wayyyy to many horror stories about dogs being poor quality and getting sick after being bought in a pet store...and I wouldn't want any dog that came from a "Puppy Farm" unless it's "Daisy Hill Puppy Farm" and Snoopy's my man!


We're looking at French Bulldogs...but geesh they are pricey!

[wendybeth]

Originally Posted by Baileykat

Thanks Traci!

I'll remember that! Of course we can't make a trip to the mall without going into the pet shops...and seeing the prices they are charging for even the mixed breed dogs! HOLY COW..or HOLY CAT!

It's crazy!

Of course we wouldn't ever buy from a pet store...I hear wayyyy to many horror stories about dogs being poor quality and getting sick after being bought in a pet store...and I wouldn't want any dog that came from a "Puppy Farm" unless it's "Daisy Hill Puppy Farm" and Snoopy's my man!


We're looking at French Bulldogs...but geesh they are pricey!

We got our dog, Millenium (Mellie) from the pet store. I'd been looking all over town for a smallish dog for Tori, but for some reason I couldn't find any except purebreds that cost $600. On New Years Eve '00, I decided to go against my better sense and stop by a nearby pet store. The only pups they had were a litter of hyperactive miniature Doberman's, and one very miserable looking Aussie shep/Akita mix. She looked like a fuzzy bear cub, and while the other dogs were yapping and crawling all over her, she just sat there looking sooo sad. I fell for it, and brought her home. Now I know that sad look is just an act, but we love her anyway.

Btw- we later found out she had been purchased once and returned, due to severe hip dysplasia. We just give her the glucosamine tablets, and she does fine with it.