Graham was free. The shelter in which I adpoted him from needed volunteers way more then they needed $$, so there was no adoption fee, I just worked at the shelter for a few weeks. It was fun and I enjoyed doing it.

Kersey's adoption fee was $150 I think, but she came already spayed & vaccinated.

Please dont' feel bad, everyone, for buying dogs. There is nothing to be ashamed of. Honestly, I was SO close to putting a down payment on a golden pup from a breeder who charged I think $900 for females, if I remember correctly. I wanted one, and still do. I most likely will get a golden pup from excellent bloodlines and a very reputable breeder in the near future. I am interested in confirmation, AKC obedience, AKC tracking, etc.

Although Kersey is registered with MBDCA (Mixed Breed Dog Clubs of America), and I can register her for "fun match" shows & obedience trials, I will one day have an AKC dog who I can show in AKC events.