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Originally Posted by normarae63  Hmm, you've been a member of this site a very long time yet your first post is to support a breeder that others have done research on and found they wouldn't support?
May I ask what kinds of health testing is done on the sire & dam prior to breeding? I'm not talking about the cursory once over given by a local vet but true testing to ensure the health of offspring. |
I guess that's because I think that Doug and Sharon are nice people and I've kept up with them via phone and email for years. They are normal everyday people and just because they have a usda license this forum classifies them as a puppy mill. Not fair in my opinion. They are breeders but then aren't people who sell show dogs breeders too (and many are selling online as well)? Why aren't they classified puppy mills when they whip out litter after litter and sell them online for $2500 or more each. What, showdogs can't be abused?
Nicky's sire and that entire line has dna testing if that's what you are talking about though it means nothing to me. He was healthy, playful and full of life and love when we got him. That's what is important to me.
There are plenty of places I would NEVER buy from including a pet store. I researched and every person looking to purchase a dog should do the same. I think at the time I asked for pictures of mom and dad which they sent me. I have pics they've sent over the years as well and don't believe one bit that they are fake.
Bottom Line:
1. I hate puppy mills and wish they would be wiped off the face of the earth.
2. There is a supply and demand for particular breeds. Doug and Sharon have chosen to fill that need.
3. Not everyone can afford to pay the outrageous price for a show dog bloodline and again Doug and Sharon fill that need as well.
Speaking of show dogs. How many of them are at the very least mentally abused? Do you truly think they all enjoy constant training, competitions, and continual grooming in addition to travelling so much? Maybe they just want to be cuddled and allowed to go outside in the back and run around, get dirty and enjoy a life without all the fuss....