I agree with LuckyIrish's sentiments in his post, that encouragement for even small steps in the right direction will do the most to help both people and pups involved. I have ALWAYS felt that positive reinforcement goes much further to help in the long run than negative. I do think there are very good, informative posts here that Accord can learn from. I also do think Accord has been overly defensive with some people who are genuinely trying to be kind and helpful in sharing their knowledge. I do agree that Accord should be applauded for the steps she has taken so far to make things better, and for deciding not to breed and that spaying and neutering is best.

I don't think LuckyIrish was trying to offend or demean anyone. I think he is merely encouraging the advisors and the advisee to calmly work together to get these pups in the best situation possible for them. I do realize strong emotions are involved for the welfare of these pups, but if you react from pure anger you will probably end up hurting them, and possibly future pups, more than helping, because an offended and defensive person is not someone very open to learning new ideas. If you just merely get angry, and run her off the board, how does that help the pups?

By "you" I mean no one, and everyone. In other words, I do not mean these words specifically for any one person, but something for every one of us here, including me, to consider.

In closing, Accord I truly do applaud and appreciate the steps you have taken to make sure your pups are getting the best care possible. I realize you are limited in income and resources, and would simply advise you to keep the things many posters here have been saying in mind, and try to get those pups into the best possible situation you can. I do hope you are able to convince the new owners to spay/neuter. I hope you can understand our fears here for them, that is why we feel so strongly about them being fixed. Thank you for considering our words Accord. Truly my best wishes go out to you.