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06-09-2010, 12:30 PM | #17 |
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06-09-2010, 12:32 PM | #18 | |
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06-09-2010, 12:47 PM | #19 | |
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This is where I strongly disagree with you, while you cannot "control" the actions of others, you do influence other people decisions. Money is one the best reinforcers there is, people do things they hate to do, for one reason and one reason only, MONEY. So when you give someone money, that in itself is highly reinforcing, you have also given them your stamp of approval. No one is criticizing you, you did what you thought was best at the time, I'm only suggesting that "I hope next time you really take your time and support a good breeder." How is this moralizing or criticizing? No one said you are not a good person; most of us have bought dogs from really bad breeders, and have had to learn the hard way why it's so important to support good breeders. I had two children when I bought a little Cairn terrier from a byb, who also lied to me. This dog inherited a genetic illness, and my two children watched in horror as out beloved littler dog died a miserable death. Things like that make you become an advocate for good breeding. I do hope you will have better luck than I had, and I hope your baby will be a healthy dog. I'm am very sorry if you felt I was criticizing you, this forum is a great way to educate others on why it's important to find a good breeder and what to look for and questions to ask, and how to tell the difference between a good and bad breeder. I'm only trying to help others as those before me, helped me.
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06-09-2010, 12:49 PM | #20 | |
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06-09-2010, 12:58 PM | #21 | |
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06-09-2010, 01:22 PM | #23 | |
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06-09-2010, 01:34 PM | #24 | |
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This happens to a lot of people, and I know this is one of my weaknesses as well. I know that I can't go to someone's house and look at the dogs and say "goodbye," especially if I felt like they were actually in a bad environment. I try to warn people if they know that this is true of themselves, to decide on the breeder over the phone and through emails. Once you see a cute puppy, few people have the strength to walk away. So many people see this as "rescuing" a dog, but it's really encouraging the breeder to produce more. You might also want to keep in mind rescues, if you ever want another dog, they have many that are in dire need of a good home, and most have been vet checked so you are aware of any problems they have. I have to say, you sound like a wonderful dog owner, and I'm thrilled that you are happy with your little guy.
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06-09-2010, 04:20 PM | #25 |
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| I really think you need to just calm down and breath. Nobody is being rude, nobody is criticizing. Your very first post said that you got your dog from a backyard breeder. People just want to make sure that others understand this is probably not the best decision. I am very happy that you are so happy with your new baby. I have 2 children also that have been disappointed a couple of times when we were hunting for our babies because we didn't get a dog after seeing the situation. But, they were ok after an initial sull up. LOL I too have jumped into situations with animals because I love them so much and want to take them all, I am actually in that situation right now because my husband wanted a dog and I agreed despite the fact that my gut told me otherwise. I wanted him to be happy. Anyway, I hope that you enjoy this wonderful forum and please do not take everything people say as rude or judgemental, they just want to inform. If you already know, that is wonderful. Anyway, your baby is absolutely adorable and I am very happy you and your children are happy. : )
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06-09-2010, 08:37 PM | #26 | |
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06-09-2010, 09:31 PM | #27 |
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| I dont know if you missed my previous post, but I included a couple pics of Riley so you can see how he turned out, after having a crappy puppy coat too. he ended up with a beautiful adult coat.
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06-10-2010, 02:41 AM | #28 | |
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06-14-2010, 03:50 PM | #29 |
Donating Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Houma LA
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| I think you are a wonderful person for loving your puppy no matter what type of hair he has. I grew up with a dog grooming mom. Many times I heard of people getting rid of their dogs simply because the dog didnt turn out to look like their breed did in magazines. I never understood this, do you get rid of your kids because they are not what you expected. Just a note... I know some one who paid $2000.00 for a SHOW quality french bulldog with the intentions on showing. 6 months after she had the puppy home he developed a rash brought him to the vet and he had hereditary mange. Called the breeder and the breeder didn't care, they were aware that the parents were carriers. Not defending BYB'S but things can happen no matter where you buy your dog. I also bought my first dog from a byb because I didn't have a clue how to find a "better breeder". I have learned much on this forum and will use that knowledge for the next puppy. I didn't want to rehash the same argument. Just wanted you to know that what I saw in your post touched me that you you will love your puppy no matter what it will turn out like.
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07-13-2010, 04:59 AM | #30 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Southeast GA, USA
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| I also bought my dog from a BYB without knowing any better. She also came from a larger litter (5 pups) and has wiry, coarse hair. I would now look for a better breeder, however I love my girl more than anything! I know people fly dogs in all the time, but I had a BIG problem with not seeing where the dogs came from and not seeing the mom and dad in person. The BYB I got Claire from is a groomer and Claire was in perfect health, but you can tell the difference between BYB and others...0h well I have a wonderful girl and now I know th difference..too bad our next dog will be a choco lab (for the Hubby!)
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