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Originally Posted by StriRy

Had I realized this was a hot topic I wouldn't have asked. I didn't want to start a debate just to get some breeders if anyone knew of one.

That said, I will say I do agree that you can find a good breeder who really cares about the pups they are breeding even if they are not breed standard. People like different looks and different colors. People who are looking for a pet not a show dog do not care about that stuff. I by no means support puppy mills or greeders producing sick puppies and selling them as healthy.

Our Riley is most likely inbred, oversized for the breed and has a caramel eye color that even the vets are amazed by. He is probably as far from show quality as yorkies get but guess what? We don't care! He is an amazing pet, loving, well tempered, healthy and just an all around joy to have. I would not love him any more if he was a top of the line show dog. I love him as he is. Just like we would love any other dog as they are.

Also, people who don't care about show quality can also care about not supporting puppy mills or who they buy a puppy from. We do not care about show but we certainty care who we buy from. McDonalds is most convenient way to feed my daughter, but that's not what I feed her.

That's why I am asking for people who know of a loving breeder who cares about their pups health. Those of you who answered that thank you so much for your help! I will check out all that you suggested!
I will be doing my research and making sure whoever we buy from has a good record, a cleAn facility, well taken care of pups. If we walk away with a Mutt, that's fine! we are looking for a great pet and it's genetics do not make a difference to us.

Oh, okay. Best of luck to you, and I hope you find what you're looking for!