New Baby!!!!

[Jakesmom]

Agree on the above 2 posts--both my dogs are from breeders who show, though we got "pet quality" puppies because that was what was available and we didn't plan on showing. The golden is way too big (100 pounds) and the English Cocker has a white mark on her chest (she's black, so that would disqualify her). For myself, I wanted to raise the puppies and I wanted a relatively guaranteed temperament, which I got. Not everyone supports rescue by adopting or fostering the dogs, some contribute money or time to shelters or rescue organizations, so some of the holier than thou posters should think before they spout off.

Contratulations on the pug, she looks adorable. My only suggestion--think about who will be able to be with her each day after you get her. We got our Jake just before Christmas (the breeder wouldn't usually do that, but I begged and must have seemed responsible...) and had to go to a Christmas party on his third day, he was very upset to be in his crate. You dont' always think about all the running around that you might need to do.

Jakesmoom

[junescrater716]

Don't worry Jakesmom I will be home with him for the next two weeks due to winter break. I know how to train the puppy to sit, stay, down, up, and heel, I can also potty train him since I had to help out with Curly.

I trained Curly so I'll be able to train this one. It'll be fine. We'll have everything set up. We don't believe in crates so we will just lug him around everywhere. lol

[MajesticCollies]

I must admit I have had a pug around once and they just have an adorable temperment. He was a Senior Foster that we let live out his golden years from a rescue. I was just always worried I would step on him. lol Congrats on your new baby.

[junescrater716]

Thanks Majestic!!! 5 or 6 more days!!!!

[junescrater716]

EEEEEEEEkKK My dad said hes coming on Friday!!!! WOO HOO!!! 6 Days to go!!!

[K9karen]

yeah I cannot wait until he gets here!!!!!!!!!!!!

My best friend is grandmaw to 2 black pugglies, Pigskin (Piggy) and SuperFudge (Fudgie) and they are simply adorable! Your new arrival will look so handsome in his red bow! I wish I could see the expression on your mom's face!!!!

[mr.chiwawa]

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Why didn't you go to a shelter?

I dont understand all the negitive karma. If that's what she wants why do you people have to be sooo nasty and mean. The breeder that I got my Chi from isnt "well known" but they are the kindest most helpful women I have ever met. And about going to a shelter ..do you know how hard it is it find a smaller breed at one. They are gone in a blink of an eye. And on another note I dont belive in my heats of hearts that her father or her for that matter would get the puppy if they had the slightest doubt that it wasnt a good situation.So just back off is it your money or your home? No then all the negitivaty isnt nesscary.
He is a beautful puppy and I hope you enjoy him...

[BC_MoM]

Geez, it's Christmas, you guys! Let's keep PT a happy place!! If you want to offer advice to this person and try to deter them from buying this puppy, please PM them rather than starting a heated conversation.

Most of you know should, anyway, that no matter what you say, you won't change their mind.

[areias]

Okay, I WAS going to bite my tongue..but nah, everyone else has jumped in so why don't I.

Congrats on your puppy, it's really exciting to be getting a new member of the household.

People are urging you to get a puppy from the shelter. I think that option should be searched first...check and see if what you want is at the shelter. If not, then by all means go to a breeder. I feel that it is the same-they mismarked pugs at the shelter too. I mean, there's really no difference, and there is still the question of health. I mean, I was going to get a Vizsla from a breeder before I got Zoie...but I fell in love with Zoie, and she ended up having luxating patellas, and I got her from the shelter. There's no predictability to follow, if you get what I mean. I DO ask that most people spay and neuter their pets though, which is one reason I'm not totally fond of BYBs themselves, as there is no contract usually.

I don't think anyone ever asked me where I got Romeo, and I didn't really say b/c I didn't want this issue. I got him from a lady who had two unregistered ACDs and bred them. I guess she's considered a BYB. However, I was unable to adopt from a rescue or shelter due to stricter adopting rules (ridiculous) and I couldn't find what I wanted in "free to good home" ads or asking around. I also kind of wanted a purebred for once, for whatever reason. He was cheap, too. I really didn't have the money to go to a wonderful breeder, and spend $1000 on a pup. When it comes time to get my dobie, then yes I will be very particular given I have set standards when it comes to that breed, but I just wanted a companion for Zoie and myself. I want to spend the extra money on supplies and such. He already had two sets of shots, too, as well as his parents were vaccinated and well taken care of.

So anyways, I think it's fine she's getting a puppy from them. If she dosen't, someone else will...so what's the difference?

Pet shops and puppy mills are totally a different story.

[junescrater716]

We've looked into puppies at the local shelters but like Mr.C said They're gone in a blink of an eye. We already sent out the deposit and the pug is coming Friday. No one will change our mind unless we see the pug and decide we don't want him. Probably won't happen but we'll just play be ear. Thanks Mr.C for your support!!!!

[mr.chiwawa]

No problem Junes I got mine from a breeder and yes i paid more money then i would have at a shelter but i have piece of mind of knowing his parents and meeting them knowing where he is comming from. Who cares if he is mismarked the poor pup doesnt know he is and all he wants is a loving and caring home. I have no doubt that is excatly what you and your family will give him.
Good luck with him and feel free to im me anytime if you need a little extra support
Chi hugs

[Lilith Cherry]

He is an adorable puppy who will be loved and cared for in your home. I wish you great joy from your new little boy!

[Sophist]

For those who are ragging Junes... it isn't even her decision. Her father is the one who chose this puppy. If she says they did try the shelter route, I guess that is good enough for me. I totally advocate adoption, but I personally currently own 2 from a breeder and only one pound puppy.

That said, I am going to join in on hating on this girl and her puppy... but only out of jealousy. I'd love to have a pug of my own someday.


Junes, congrats, and take good care of this little guy. Make him feel safe and loved. I hope you work it out so we can see pictures of him when he gets home.

[junescrater716]

Thanks guys!!! 5 days left!!!!!!! Be expecting a lot more of these until he comes lol

[bckrazy]

So anyways, I think it's fine she's getting a puppy from them. If she dosen't, someone else will...so what's the difference?

Wow.

I hope you know that BYB's produce the majority of the overpopulation. There IS a difference, because less demand = less supply.

Good luck with your puppy June, anywho. I'm sure he is adorable & I hope he will turn out really healthy & happy.