Hey! I just saw your post and decided to stop by
. I too thought of getting a puppy from a pet store at one time(for a bulldog) but then I realized it would be better if I went through a breeder who I could ask all the questions I wanted about the breed, who knew about their lines, and was selective where their pups went was better. Seriously, a teenager(no offense to those on the forum
) working part time at a pet store would hardly know the history of a particular puppy from birth to present...at least from what I've run into. Breeders at least the good ones are always there to assist with problems you may be having with your pup. Price is relative when it comes to buying a puppy. Either youre going to pay on the front end(purchase price) or you're going to pay on the back end though unnecessary vet bills and meds. For me I'd rather pay the breeder a flat fee and spend the rest of my money on toys/clothes. You are absolutely right this decision is yours to make. If you feel comfortable with buying from a pet store I won't judge as long as you're confident/happy with that decision...I won't encourage you to do it though lol.