[a_jgonzalez]

Originally Posted by Suzy

I also must caution you about purchasing a dog from a pet store. Pet stores are known for selling puppy-mill dogs. It's a vicious cycle between the so called "breeders", the brokers, the pet stores, and the buyers. I know you may see them and think they're so cute and that you've just got to have one, but realize that by purchasing a dog from a pet store you would be supporting puppy mills. Also, you may find that you can get a quality pure-bred puppy from a reputable breeder often for the same price or less than the price at the pet store.