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Quote: Originally Posted by Fergies Mommy http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/ima...s/viewpost.gifI 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 http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/ima...s/viewpost.gifThere 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.

Originally Posted by bonbon

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.

I don't think people are going to be scared, nor do I believe that was the point Fergies Mommy was trying to make. I believe she was speaking from her own experience and there is nothing wrong with that. I'm sure some people have had this experience as well or simular.

About the rude woman at the dollar store and others like her, they need to learn to respect other peoples choices. If someone prefers to get a a puppy from a breeder, then respect that.

I understand the reason for rescues, and I applaud the work and contributions that people do for this service. It is needed, but not everyone that wants a dog needs to go that route, and for someone to look down on not choosing it is ignorant. Just the same not all need to purchase a new puppy from a breeder. It's about what personally works best for you.

Since it's now so in vogue and politically correct to get a rescue to the dog rescuing extremist (like the dollar store woman) why not stretch rescuing further. Say like... the next time someone says they want to have a baby, be insistent that they adopt one of the many children that need a family, instead of bringing another child into the all ready over populated world. Look down on them for the choice to want to reproduce....hmmmm? NOT! The thought of people going around with this attitude is disgusting.

To the OP....CONGRATULATIONS on you new addition!