In searching for my new puppy (still looking!), I spoke with a couple of well known show breeders who spay/neuter the pup before he/she comes to their new home. My vet feels that that's too early to spay/neuter. I also spoke with one who was lovely and explained to me that the most important thing is that her puppies find wonderful homes and live happy lives whether it's in a show home or not. She chooses what pup she wants from the litter and the rest go to the forever homes that are right for them even if they're 'show quality' . She sells on a spay/neuter contract. Although breeding would be a longterm goal (always a dream of mine!) I'm just at the beginning of my journey toward that goal. I have so much to learn over the next few years. So....this pup will be spayed or neutered. |