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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I've had breeder dogs, shelter dogs, and dogs that I've rescued in other ways.  I love them all and each has their own personality.

However, whenever people get all riled up about others NOT rescuing, I do wonder.  Do you think ALL breeders are bad?  I know that you want everyone to rescue their dog, but I want to know your thoughts on reputable, non-backyard breeders.  I researched for close to 2 years before settling on the breeder I chose for one of my dogs.  That breeder LOVES dogs and doesn't do it for the money.  There are plenty of other people who do, too.  Why is that so bad?  I will be looking for another dog to add to our lives soon as one of ours just passed away, and I haven't yet decided whether I'll rescue or go the breeder route.  If I go breeder, it will not be a backyard breeder.  I don't know why that's so wrong.[/quote]

this "are all breeders bad" question doesn't have one answer in the rescue world. there are some who think yes, it is bad for any dogs to be purposely bred while other dogs are dying in shelters. some think that breeding ltself is inherently problematic and abusive. some think there's room in the pet world for some bred dogs.

it's not a monolithic thing.
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