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Originally Posted by iuplori

Jeanie, I agree with what you said here. The intention has to be the key, that the breeder is just as careful with the characterisitics of the parents as in two purebreds. If this is the case and the puppies are raised in a superior envionment just as a purebred, I see nothing wrong with the practice, nor with charging enough money to cover vet costs, etc. I've never raised puppies, but I assume the vet doesn't charge more for the visits and shots just because the dog is purebred. Does anyone know?

Of course, if people aren't particular about the characteristics they are looking for, adoption should be the first consideration, but that's not always possible for every situation.

Well I be.....I never looked at it like that, vet bills and all. Maybe I will give her a call.