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Originally Posted by dawn27  OK sure...
So, let me get this straight...Are you trying to say that just because I am a breeder who places her puppies at 8 weeks makes my advise and opinion less worthy or creditable than a breeder who does not? That among other things. Your posts about testing before breeding and stud fees is very indicative of your level of expertise, knowledge and experience. Add to that the fact that you give shots at 6-7 weeks. Your health guarantee is questionable (90 days?). You won't pay for shots if you keep a puppy past 9 weeks. You use the APRI registry. Seriously, many of your practices go against what is considered important when looking for a reputable breeder.
Are you a breeder? I owned a female dog (a bitch means something else to me) as a child that wasn't spayed (blame my parents, it was the 70's) and she tied with an undetermined male through the chain link fence. Delivered 6 puppies 9 weeks later. I'm a breeder! That is literally ALL it takes. Being a reputable breeder is so much more. |
Apparently, I struck a nerve. I guess I would just like to ask what your motivation is for breeding? Are you attempting to improve the breed? I won't apologize for believing that this is critical when making the decision to breed. This is MY opinion.
I would consider myself a dog fancier. Yes, I own a Yorkie, I study, I am involved with rescue. I enjoy attending AKC dog shows. I think you - and others that choose to ignore the basic guidelines of being a reputable breeder - should tread more carefully than us lay people. Advice is completely different than opinion.
I'm not trying to start controversy. And I have no interest in getting into a pissing match with anybody. I'm just answering your question. Again, agree to disagree.