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Old 08-18-2009, 11:22 PM   #8
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Omg

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Originally Posted by gabbriellew View Post
Being able to visit the breeder's home is not always the gold standard anymore. In recent years, there has been one breeder killed, several held at gunpoint, a number of breeders robbed and dogs stolen and all by people claiming to be puppy buyers. I personally no longer allow anyone to come to my home. I go to theirs or meet them in a neutral place. I feel that my first responsibility is to my family and my dogs to keep them safe. I understand wanting to know that the puppies were raised well, but I think there are other ways to determine that. Getting to know the breeder, seeing how he/she responds to your questions, seeing what kind of questions they ask you for example. Also a good health guarantee for the puppy. If it is a show breeder, there should be a track record for their dogs as well. JMO
Ruth
That is so very scary !!!!

I guess our "own" breed is not been always getting better.
So unfortunate but you are right. you have to watch out for your family first. And your life.

What society is coming to?

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