I am an owner of both a purebreed and a rescued mix-breed.

People who breed dogs do it for the love of a breed. If people did not breed dogs, all the beautiful purebreeds we know today would not exist.

I am very supportive in the area of animal charities and over the years my family has provided a home for 4 cats (plus a litter of kittens carried by one of the cats), and 5 dogs. We have also had two purebreed golden retrievers.

People who breed responsibly are ensuring a healthy bloodline for a specific breed. I feel that the problem of homeless animals is not that created by purebreeds, by that which is created by irresponsible pet owners. If people who did not want puppies and kittens, spayed and neutered their pets, there would not be this problem. If people, thought about the lifelong commitment of patience, love, and dedication it takes to raise a pet, there would not be this problem. If people, took responsibility for themselves and their pets, there would not be this problem. Animals are wonderful, amazing, loving creatures. Unfortunately, people do not always posess these qualities.