Mary, so much good has come out of this. You saved Max and a lot of other dogs and people from getting hurt. Bravo!
You know whats really cool about this? I think YT will be better off because of this. Everyone can learn something here. Whether it is to not support a puppymill, or to be kind to a newby...you have given us all such an amazing gift by sharing your story, saving those puppies, then telling the more truthful version (

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I am so proud of you. This thread must have been a very difficult one to start, but I hope you feel the pressure lift off your shoulders. We're all family...please dont put yourself through this anymore....this is a burden that nobody should have to bear alone.
Thank you for giving me a few things to think about