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Originally Posted by luckylady  I just came from this thread: http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=123614
which brought this question to mind....
The breeder she was speaking to had an awful lot of dogs (of different breeds). As I read it, I had to agree it popped up some red flags for me too. She had alot of dogs, different breeds, kept in a building, etc., etc. Now I'm not saying she is or isn't a reputable breeder, but it got me thinking....
How many breeding dogs is too many for a good reputable breeder? I might not be putting the question quite right. I'm just wondering what YTr's opinions are of "how many is to many?"
I guess in my opinion, if the dogs have to be kept in another building, in kennels, or away from the family (as in not part of the family), then that's too many.
Any other thoughts??? Are there exceptions? |
I agree with you. When it gets to the point that my dogs cannot be members of my household but have to be in a kennel or other outside building, I will quit. Some see nothing wrong with it as long as the building is heated or cool but sorry, folks, I do. yes, mine are confined to one area of my house, but guess what, I am in the area with them almost all day long unless they go outdoors to run and play. Then, I am outside with them. They never leave my sight outside. When i come in, they come in. I think when you have more dogs than you can give one on one attention to every day and actually, several times a day, you have too many.