[ladyjane]

Originally Posted by Nancy1999

I noticed from your profile page link, you are interested in helping women who have been exploited by others. I think this is commendable, but you must understand that many of us see dogs being exploited too. People using dogs in order to make a living or to suppliment their income is just plain wrong; they are exploiting dogs for there own personal benefit. If you do any research on the subject, there are many irresponsible breeders who have chosen breeding stock for all the wrong qualities, things like size or unusual colors, or even availability have won out over such qualities, as health and whether the dog meets standard. A reputable breeder understands that a puppy can not be sold as a breeder, there is no way to know if a puppy will be suitable for breeding, any breeder who will sell you a puppy for breeding, knows very little about breeding, and is only breeding to make money. Do not reward this person who exploits dogs for there own selfish reasons. Responsible breeders are very lucky to just break even, there is so much money that goes into a responsible breeding program, and it's a passion and lifestyle, for responsible breeders. As you know, almost anyone can have a baby, but it's takes someone special, to be a "Mom", and the same is true of dog breeders, don't become or encourage others to become irresponsible breeders. Learning to breed properly takes years; it's not a skill you can teach in a few months. Teaching the girls that exploitation in any form is wrong would be a very valuable lesson.

Excellent post, Nancy!! I hope this reaches the OP.