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[quote=Anonymous]What you said was, "It's not like rescue dogs come from breeders. I'm unaware of bred dogs resulting in many unwanted dogs."

But as I demonstrated with just a few quick links, a significant number of these purebreds do end up being abandoned.  And that's not even the entire universe of purebred rescue groups.  There are thousands in the US.

Now you are pointing out the obvious,  that people want puppies.  Yes, I am clear on the fact that people prefer adorable little puppies with no baggage and no scars.  That most people prefer to avoid the experience of having a beloved pet die.  Thus discouraging the adoption of these many unwanted adult and senior dog.

That doesn't mean that those of us who care can't continue to try to get these dogs adopted.  Including efforts to help educate people about the evils of breeders, puppy mills, and pets stores.

I don't harass people in public with their purebreds.  I'm not rude.  But on a discussion board, I'm not going to pretend to be OK with people saying "a breeder is the right choice for my family".  It is a selfish choice which increases demand for an evil industry.

People will engage in all kinds of evil behaviors for a buck.  Breeding puppies is an easy way to make money and there's very little regulation.  Check out the story of breeding dog "Lily"  - who was "registered" with the American Kennel Club.  If you have the courage.

http://www.dailykos.com/story/2012/12/28/1174308/-Lily-a-Hero-for-Mill-Dogs

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