I also grew up thinking that mixed breeds were healthier that pure ones.
Both Nena and Rufus are from a BYB.
That I found out being here on YT.
Before joining this group I had no idea of what BYB, I knew some stuff about puppymills but never thought we had that here. Also I didn't know about genetic testing in order to produce healthy puppies.
Nena is a morkie. She is almost 5 years old.
Rufus is a yorkie (way off standard) and is 1 year old.
Even though both come from a BYB and don't have any health guaranty,
Rufus is more healthier than Nena.
Nena has had problem with her eating and that created problems with her tummy.
Her teeth are horrible, they require a lot of care and vet visits which cost money.
Rufus eats like he's never eaten before. His teeth are as white a as they can be.
Other than those two problems. Both Nena and Rufus are two healthy lovable and happy dogs. I love them both so much. But I wish I knew YT before and I wish I knew all the research you have to do before buying a pup.
You are doing a great thing! Doing research before buying the pup.
Men can be stubborn sometimes (just like us
).
Just tell him that the money you wont spend when buying the pup, you will spend in vet care. And that amount will be way higher that the cost of a pup from a reputable breeder.
A breeder that knows what he/she is doing. That breeds the best to create the best.
A breeder that does all the research and test before breeding.
Good luck and I hope your fiance opens his eyes and see what it's best.