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Originally Posted by bondai  First of all it's "bondai" not "bondi" You could at least show me the common courtesy of spelling my username correctly. I have spent plenty of time around shelters and I can guarantee you that I have seen things that would make you puke. What I am saying is that if all the rules of common sense are followed and the puppies are predetermined to go to a good home then there would be no reason why someone should not have a litter of puppies. I also think one litter would be enough and both animals should spayed and neutered after the puppies are raised.
Just because there are a lot of animals in the shelters is not a valid argument. Many people do not like the idea of adopting from a shelter, they don't like all the attitude they get and all the hoops they have to jump through. The bottom line is that people have the right to do what they want with their animals within the law and some families want to have a litter of puppies, it happens everyday. Face it, people will continue to do what they want regardless of the affect it has on others. |
You say that the dogs are predetermined to go to a good home. First of all, I've read many times where someone bred a litter that was supposed to go to friends and family and it fell through, so breeder wants advice on selling the dogs. A new breeder doesn’t know much about dog placement and these dogs may very well end up in the pound. Secondly, these people who are getting the free dog could have taken a dog that was in the shelter or pound, or they could also help support responsible breeding by buying from a responsible breeder. If a person can't jump through all the hoops that shelters and good breeders require, I don't think they should own a pet. While people may have a right to do what they want with their animals, we have a responsibility to try to educate those who can be educated. My dogs have given me so much pleasure, the very least I can do for them and their kind is to be an advocate for responsible breeding.