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Originally Posted by Carie  I have been swamped with nasty calls about being a "backyard breeder." How do I deal with these unkind people? I would prefer a puppy with a backyard to run in rather than one shut up in a kennel for 10 weeks! I work hard to crate train, doggie door train, and potty train my two boys. I am appalled that people would call and feign wanting to buy a puppy and then badmouth me over the phone. all my girls and studs are AKC registered and live in a good home. They are not just "puppy milled" - they are members of the family. They do not live in a 2' by 3' crate 24 hours a day. They have the run of a 2000 sq. ft. home and an 8000 sq ft yard. I hope other hobby breeders do not have to deal with the unkindness of others who think we are in it for the money. With all the money I've spent on my babies, I'll barely break even - I'm totally non-profit. I just wanted my girls to experience being a mommy.
Please give me some advice on how to deal with these people.
Carie
Roxie, Sasha, and Mia's Mommy |
Listen, I got my puppy from a hobby breeder and I saw the mom and dad and she was wonderful to them. They were in great shape and in the house. I received a wonderful, well adjusted, self-assured,healthy and happy puppy. If I decide to buy another puppy I am sure I will call her first. I am sorry you are getting harassing phone calls. People can be so mean. Hang in there.