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This is exactly the point that HappyJack was making. The OP had written me precisely two emails. I answered and had not had the chance to even talk to her on the phone at all. No decision had been made on either side. I do not retouch pictures of my dogs at all. They are what you see. IMO, the post to ask about me was premature, but most of all I believe that too many people are far too willing to jump on anything and show it in the worst possible light. It is very like trying to define a puppymill, often it is simply someone with one more dog than you have or a term used to inflame people against someone you do not like. We all need to be more careful. It is easy to throw stones and far more difficult to walk in someone's shoes and find out the facts for yourself. Please bear in mind that a breeder is not required to put her safety on the line to sell you a dog. She also does not have to give up every shred of privacy to satisfy a casual shopper's curiosity. Questions about a breeder's records and litter sizes and so on are not appropriate. They are also not public record. I have belonged to this forum for more than four years. I rarely post just for exactly these reasons. I appreciate those that attempted to be a voice of reason and thank them very much. For those that find fault, that is your priviledge and you certainly need never buy from me. |