[107barney]

I think an application is a marketing tool for breeders. Rescues have donors they have to answer to so I view it differently. If buyers think a breeder is "reputable" because of an application then we are likely to see everyone popping applications on their websites as a way to promote themselves. I just think it won't appeal to everyone and it may not be because they aren't good owners. They just may feel it's none of anyone's business to answer some of the questions I've seen. You want to call my vet, I'll list all 20++ of them that love me. Ask me my income and it's none of your business.