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					Originally Posted by  Mardelin     Donna,   
You're so right.  And if one does their homework, they will find that pups from a show/breeder are considerably less.   
I like you screen my new families and have a waiting list since I only breed 1 or 2 litters a year.  I do abhor it when the first thing I hear out of an inquiring person "How much are your dogs".    
My first responsibility is my dogs, 2nd is to educate potential new families.  I too tell them to be selective with their breeder, yes breeder.  And as you said before you aren't only obtaining a new pup you are obtaining a relationship with your breeder.  The deal isn't finished when they walk out the door with their new pup, as a reputable breeder you are available to them 7x24.  I offer free grooming for the pups for the rest of their lives....good way for me to keep on eye on them.   |  
 
  i totally agree is like an extended family i keep in touch with the breeder i got lacey from and cant wait to go up and show her to them again. we email and talk all the time and its great! i am so glad i got that instant in love feeling with my puppy and the breeder is so sweet to top it off