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Originally Posted by ladyjane

And BTW: I have never looked down on anyone who chooses to purchase a puppy. People do what makes them comfortable. I have actually suggested people do just that when they cannot find what they are looking for.

Adoption is not for everyone...and honestly there are many people who would not be approved.

The other thing is that IF a person wants to rescue a pup and they don't like that rescue is picky, then they can go to a shelter and adopt. Shelters don't usually take the time to do reference checks and home visits. Of course, if there are medical issues, the person is stuck with that....just like rescues are....and one has to wonder...IF they choose to pay the vetting for said dog, would they want to let just anyone have it if they didn't keep it? I think that people who bad mouth rescues are totally clueless about what a reputable rescue actually does.