1) Formal education as far as I know is not required I've met some breeders who.are licensed nurses to some who haven't completed college. Anyone can have an animal whether they're responsible or not...unfortunately.
3) No experience is needed to be a breeder...anyone can put two dogs together and breed them. Not saying it's right but they can. And yes I do believe everyone learns through trial and error whether it be in regards to breeding or something else.
4) Since 1 & 2 are not in the affirmative. I can say a breeder who researchers their breed and does it for the love of the breed and betterment and not to make money is great in my book. Your household doesn't have to be the Ritz but it needs to be a welcoming, safe environment.
5) I understand your.frustration with this. Some people who love animals can be somewhat "pushy" with their opinions. They think their way is the best way and you should go along with it. There is no reason for someone to push their opinions on you and if you feel they are feel free to tell them to "shove it" lol
6) You can get your puppy anywhere you choose I won't judge you. I think most people feel like you're receiving a puppy from a puppy mill and that you're feeding into the "system". Every dog deserves a good home whether from a respectable breeder or a breeder selling on the side of the road
7) I've never had to put an animal down thankfully but I think once you've exhausted all resources that is when an owner decides to put an animal down. Or if their quality of life is terrible and are in daily pain with no positive outcome for the future.
8) I don't agree with everything rescues(some) do. Their criteria(no kids, stairs,etc) unless the dog in question has issues with any of them. Being turned down by several rescues for having a child was one of the reasons I bought from a breeder. I am very wary about who I let into my home so unless I was told I would absolutely get the dog in question, I would bypass having a rescue come in. But they probably just want to see living arrangements and advise how to puppy proof your home if you were chosen
9) I am not sure who oversees every rescue and would not say all are experts. They all just have their preferred homes, foster types, and living arrangements.
10) Yes I do agree a dog would rather be in a loving home than a cage but I guess rescuers look at the "bigger picture" of what they find appropriate. They may not think a toy breed is good for a home with stairs, children, balcony, etc just like they would want a large breed to have a yard. |