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Originally Posted by Breezeaway  I really wasn't referring to "one puppy"
I was just asking If it is the general consensus that it is ok for show breeders to breed in volumes and keep their dogs in kennels? |
I have to say yes it is OK for show breeders to breed however many litters they feel they can take care of even if it means they are crated. It's not safe or sanitary for a large volume of dogs to roam freely 24/7. There would be fights and random breeding and havoc. Have you seen animal hoarders who do this?
As long as the dogs get regular exercise, warm clean housing, comfy bedding, fresh air, good food, proper medical care, and love, I think the dogs are well cared for even if they are crated. Not to mention a bitch or two to beed if it's a male.
I know breeders that live this way. Some of them buy motorhomes so they can travel and keep their dogs with them. These breeder's entire lives revolve around their dogs. It's not fair to sum them up as "show breeders that breed in volumes and keep their dogs in kennels." That is far from the true picture.