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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]For many families, a puppy from a reputable breeder is the best choice.

Rescues aren't good choices for a lot of families, especially those with small children.  And some shelters won't even place animals with young families.

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I have never met an organization that point blank said no children, except a couple breed specific rescues.  There is a border collie rescue I'm thinking of that says no children under 6 or 7.  Otherwise, it's a bit more specific (no dogs under 20 lbs to homes with toddlers, or they'll label individual dogs as okay or not okay with kids).

I have a 2 year old and just went through the process of meeting/applying for dozens of dogs from dozens of organizations.  All were willing to work with me until I found the right dog.  I ended up with a perfect one from a Baltimore rescue who is the size/temperament I wanted.  GREAT with my toddler.  It took a few months of digging around, and I tried and returned 2 when it was clear they weren't good fits, but at the end of the day it worked out.

I do not fault people who choose to go to a responsible breeder who health/temperament tests and titles the parents, but I think most people who go to breeders are picking people who may show a dog or two and say they have "championship lines" because the great grandfather was a champion.[/quote]

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