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Magneticgal · 07-31-2007, 02:48 PM

Hi Desiree

Please don't be offended but I really feel strongly about not buying from a pet store. There are many reasons... first and foremost, the vast majority get their puppies from puppy mills. I am not sure how much you have read on them, but it would break your heart in a million pieces. Another big reason is the puppies health. A lot of them have congenital issues. Potty training would be hard, due to the fact that they are forced to go potty where they sleep.
I do understand about the cost and can appreciate the fact that you do not want to spend a ton of $$$. I got my Lexie from a local breeder and she was only $575.00. She is CKC not AKC, but who the heck cares, unless you are going to start a breeding program. I couldn't love her anymore, CKC/AKC/non registered-makes no difference to me. I live in Ohio and know a few very good breeders that have reasonable prices.Please think very long and hard before buying from a pet store. I want you to know that my post is not meant to judge you and if you ever want to talk about this furthur, you are more than welcome to call me or Email me anytime!! Good luck!

07-31-2007, 02:48 PM	#4
Magneticgal Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Canton,Ohio Posts: 514	Hi Desiree Please don't be offended but I really feel strongly about not buying from a pet store. There are many reasons... first and foremost, the vast majority get their puppies from puppy mills. I am not sure how much you have read on them, but it would break your heart in a million pieces. Another big reason is the puppies health. A lot of them have congenital issues. Potty training would be hard, due to the fact that they are forced to go potty where they sleep. I do understand about the cost and can appreciate the fact that you do not want to spend a ton of $$$. I got my Lexie from a local breeder and she was only $575.00. She is CKC not AKC, but who the heck cares, unless you are going to start a breeding program. I couldn't love her anymore, CKC/AKC/non registered-makes no difference to me. I live in Ohio and know a few very good breeders that have reasonable prices.Please think very long and hard before buying from a pet store. I want you to know that my post is not meant to judge you and if you ever want to talk about this furthur, you are more than welcome to call me or Email me anytime!! Good luck! __________________ Kris , RIP Lexie , Bella Zoey