I wrote me' a letter showing my anger at this stupid article:
It was downright dumb to suggest people use their tax refund to get a "purebred" dog insted of getting one "free" from a shelter (most shelters are not free)
Shelters check out all dogs before adopting them out, so you KNOW your dog is healthy, most "breeders" are uneducated people who buy a male and female dog, breed them, and try to make a quick buck, most of these people keep their dogs in horrible condition due to the fact that they see them as a source of income and not a member of the family. You buy a "purebred" from people and something goes worng? The puppy is born sick or with a heart problems etc. your SOL.
Shelters will be there for you for questions and advice if needed. One final note, getting a "purebred" dog does NOT make it better, buy a dog you will love and that will love you back, buy one that fits your living condition and lifestyle i.e.
Don't buy a Great Dane if you live in a 1 bedroom apartment with no yard, don't buy a overactive dog if you are at work 12 hours a day
To suggest people breed thes dogs or use them for stud fees, without proper training, is also irresposible. I wouldn't give people a gun and tell them "go be a cop" without teaching them first.
You want a pet? Get a dog that loves you. Want extra money? McDonalds is almost always hiring.
Don Hinrichs
Blaine MN
It was downright dumb to suggest people use their tax refund to get a "purebred" dog insted of getting one "free" from a shelter (most shelters are not free)
Shelters check out all dogs before adopting them out, so you KNOW your dog is healthy, most "breeders" are uneducated people who buy a male and female dog, breed them, and try to make a quick buck, most of these people keep their dogs in horrible condition due to the fact that they see them as a source of income and not a member of the family. You buy a "purebred" from people and something goes worng? The puppy is born sick or with a heart problems etc. your SOL.
Shelters will be there for you for questions and advice if needed. One final note, getting a "purebred" dog does NOT make it better, buy a dog you will love and that will love you back, buy one that fits your living condition and lifestyle i.e.
Don't buy a Great Dane if you live in a 1 bedroom apartment with no yard, don't buy a overactive dog if you are at work 12 hours a day
To suggest people breed thes dogs or use them for stud fees, without proper training, is also irresposible. I wouldn't give people a gun and tell them "go be a cop" without teaching them first.
You want a pet? Get a dog that loves you. Want extra money? McDonalds is almost always hiring.
Don Hinrichs
Blaine MN