My Lexie was a retired breeding dog from a show breeder. She was 5, and since i really didn't want a puppy, she was perfect. i was open to the rescue idea, but wanted to try & find an adult girl from a good breeder first. i had several lined up to go see, and Lexie was the first. needless to say, I cancelled all the other appointments after visiting her. It was mutual love at first sight!