[Britster]

Originally Posted by BamaFan121s

Well I will both agree and disagree with you on this one. No, I don't think that most breeders are in it for the satisfaction you mention. Then again, I disagree with the motivations and practices I see with the majority of breeders these days. But is money the factor for those I DO agree with and support? No, far from it. I KNOW there are some that charge ridiculous prices just because they know they will get it. Just as I know there are some who charge higher prices because they actually did take the time to perform medical testing, invest in show costs and registration fees and quality food, vaccinations, etc.
And yes, I do think there are way too many dogs in petshops and puppymills, but do you think that if reputable breeders stopped breeding altogether that would change? Nope. It would remain a constant and those dogs, rather than well bred ones would be the ONLY option out there for people. In the meantime, the breed would be lost.

Definitely agree with this!