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Originally Posted by Fergies Mommy  I don't think you should feel bad at all. I looked into rescuing before I got Fergie, but after seeing all of the health problems that they already had, I knew I couldn't afford to rescue one right now so it just wouldn't be fair to the dog so I went through a breeder. | Quote:
Originally Posted by llcornell There are thousands of healthy rescue dogs available, not sure where you looked or how open your mind was to a rescue but many rescue dogs are healthy. I am personally involved with rescue and we do get sick dogs that people are either unwilling or unable to pay the medical for, but we also get alot of healthy happy yorkies that need homes and buying from a breeder does not insure you will not have health problems. | I agree completely with llcornell. Yes, there are some dogs in rescue that are sick, injured or need special care. But a lot of them are perfectly healthy and they ALL deserve a good home. I hope Fergies Mommy's words don't scare anyone who may be looking to adopt a rescue.
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