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[quote=Anonymous]It is really a pretty complicated issue. I seriously contemplated getting a purebred puppy recently, despite always rescuing in the past. I was interested in getting a German Shepherd and good breeding is really important for temperament with a GSD. Ultimately I decided I do want to raise a puppy while my kids are still so young, on top of a full time job. So I started looking at rescue again and have applied to adopt a very sweet dog who has been living with a foster who has a ton of knowledge about her. She is absolutely gorgeous too, and looks a lot like my last dog, a Catahoula mix.

But there are lots of things to consider. My last two rescues had major issues, BUT my DH and I chose them before we had kids and when we were young and naive about what makes a wise choice of dog. I sorted a super anxious dog and thought it was cute that he was anxious. I adored him his whole life but having an anxious dog is tough, and I would. It make that choice now. I am much better equipped to make a sound decision. Not all rescues or shelters are created equal. But where I live, in New England, there are a ton of rescues bringing dogs from the south and we are definitely not limited to pit mixes. Beautiful black labs are always available, for example,and yellow labs too.

That said, after researching reputable breeders of GSDs, I came away very impressed with what they do. They work their dogs and are so devoted to the breed, and to their customers, who they provide with lifetime support. If you want a dog for a purpose, like competition, or hunting, or protection work, etc...going to a reputable breeder makes all the difference. But it is crazy expensive. 2500 minimum for a puppy with health clearances, plus you are responsible for all shots, spaying/neutering, etc.

So I can see both sides. We should be able to discuss the pros and cons, because they exist on both sides

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