actually purebred dogs are more likely to get sick and have health problems...i forget my vets exact explanation but one example was golden retrievers and hip dysplesia (sp?) it's almost like inbreeding because when you keep mating specific breeds together....kind of like if cancer runs in your family, you're more likely to get cancer....does that make any sense i hope so...anyway we have never had any health problems with nugget...i have noticed though the smaller the dog the more likely they are to get sick/hurt...and theres also pet insurance if you're worried about something happening to your baby |