I wouldn't go as far as "wearing gowns" -- but, I think hand washing is a must.
A family-owned respectable pet store where I live that sells puppies lets people look at the puppies all they want. They can only hold one if they are considering buying it - and they have to wash their hands before they do that.
I would respect a breeder who ask me to wash my hands before I held one of her puppies.
Carol Jean |