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Originally Posted by Ladymom  My Lady is a rescue and from a backyard breeder. I wouldn't trade her for the world, but my next puppy will be from a reputable show breeder. Lady has so many health problems, all which didn't start until she was almost five years old. She's diabetic, epileptic, hypothyroid, arthritic, has allergies and a Grade 1 heart murmur!
Her medications cost me $250 a month. Between those and her vet bills to monitor all her conditions, I could buy a female Maltese puppy from a top tier show breeder every year!
As far as not being show quality, as long as Lady and Lacy keep dressing so well, no one will ever know that they're not Best in Show!  |
Wow! Lady sure was lucky to get a great home with you! Hopefully Lacy stays healthy and won't ever need surgery for her LP, but I'm afraid she will need it eventually. Her right knee is pretty bad
Yes, our girls are dressed quite well I think!
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Purchasing from backyard breeders, pet shops, and puppymills perpetuates the suffering of other dogs.
Educate yourself and buy from reputable breeders or rescue.