[kathylynch]

[quote=Rae Rae;1901444]

Originally Posted by dudley1984

I don't think she's saying that breeding should be illegal, but the government should have more standards so irresponsible breeders can no longer breed. Also, it usually is these BYB's and puppy mills charging $10,000 for a puppy. IMO, a reputable breeder rwouldn't charge $10,000 for a puppy. If your not going to be selective about your breeding stock, then you shouldn't breed. Wouldn't that be one of the first steps in starting to breed (after doing all the research), to find a pair that represents the breed to the best? It's dogs being bred that aren't being selected right, who are passing down genetic illnesses that is contributing to the problem, just as well as puppy mills. Even if they do treat their dogs like royalty, the way a dog is treated doesn't determine if it's breeding quality.

Amen to that!!
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