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Originally Posted by blueskies  I won't comment on the weight of the male/standard/breeding mixes, but I highly disagree with this, maybe it's not right for you but many reputable breeders do rehome their retired breeders. I think it is the responsible thing to do. If you keep all of them you become a hoarder, or if you only limit yourself to a certain amount you will box yourself in and eventually have nobody to breed until your retired babies pass away of old age. Sometimes you may have one or two that you just can never give up, and they remain with you as your pet, but in general I think it's great to rehome a retired dog, especially if they go to a home where they are the only dog or one of two dogs and can get more attention. Most of the time they adapt well. Just because you rehome retired breeding dogs does not mean they can't be family raised and just as loved. I think this comment was a little rude and inappropriate and I don't understand why you are naming all of her dogs, very unnecessary and off topic. All the other advice was great and this has been a very information thread that the OP has been able to grow and learn from...  |
I agree with what you said 100% but she is entitled to her opinon on rehoming...it's not an easy thing to do with retired breeders but it does have to be done. Those that aren't into the showing and breeding aspect of this wonderful endeavor sometimes doesn't understand but maybe if "we" stay kind and try to be senstive to their opinion on this topic maybe we can show them rehoming retired breeders is in the best interest of the dog. I know I have only rehomed one retired show/breeding bitch and it was the hardest thing I had to do but I know she's in the best hands! I have 5 pet yorkies most have been shown not used in my breeding program except Radar (which will NEVER leave my house) but I know in the future it will have to be done...not easy
Donna