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Originally Posted by jrsygal37  Can I suggest too that you may want to check out Pet adoption: Want a dog or cat? Adopt a pet on Petfinder. Contrary to what you hear, there are full breed pups in rescues. And, if you are open to a young adult you can find them as well. With the economy as it is I am finding more and more pups coming into rescue due to owners losing their homes. There are many upsides to adopting. For one cost. On average you can adopt for about $400 which will include not only the shots and vetting but also the spay or neuter which in NJ alone costs $350.00. Not trying to cram rescue down anyone's throat, just making a suggestion since cost was brought up. The great part is you not only have a reasonable cost but you are also saving a life.
Elaine (mom to five rescues) |
I agree that looking into rescue is a great idea. I just went to petfinder and only about 6 came up for my state and all but 1 was special needs. One was paralyzed, (cute tho), another had kidney disease, one was deaf, another had LP and would need surgery eventually..
They of course deserve homes, but not many people are up to caring for dogs that have these problems. So you pay the adoption fee's which are often higher then 250.00 and then you have to be able to afford their medications and surgeries. Thats a lot for some people as we know LP surgery is very expensive.
So people find it easier more often than not to just go buy a puppy from a breeder. Now of course these things can happen to your own puppy especially if you buy from a bad breeder.