Originally posted by Power Lounger
I just don't understand why someone would get a purebred dog over a dog in a shelter or rescue organization. I couldn't care less if purebreds ceased to exist, I would take a mutt any day over it. And I'm just not getting someone saying "I'm going to a breeder because I HAVE TO HAVE THIS TYPE OF DOG, when there's a precious life at a shelter that will DIE because of someone's ego ("Look at my Doberman, Weinmaraner, Portuguese Water Dog,etc."). It seems to me, that these dogs are status symbols, a lot like a new car. I don't get it, & I never will.
In no particular order :

First off, I would like to say that it is great that you adopt dogs that are homeless. I adopt them, too. More people should do it.

Second, don't judge me and "yell" at me for making the decision to buy a purebreed for a companion for my rescued dog.

Third, the fact that you don't care about the existence of purebreeds is your decision. I prefer to be in favor of the preservation of all types of animals from endanged birds, to Panda bears, to Dalmations. Every animal and every breed have a purpose on this earth. That is my decision.

Fourth, animals are not homeless because of me. My family has rescued 9 animals, including a pregnant cat that later had a litter of kittens. We have never brought an animal to a shelter. All of our animals have been fixed, and therefore, never have contributed to overpopulation. We are constantly donating time, goods, and money to shelters to keep them running.

Fifth, my golden retriever is a dependable companion for me and my mutt. He is not a status symbol. My mutt was beaten, starved, and abadoned before the age of four months. Her immune system was very poor, due to her lack of care. She has had almost every type of worm, mange, and had severe anxiety and behavioral problems. I loved her so much that when I got a second dog, I ensured her health, by bringing only a completely healthy dog into her house. I did not set out to get a purebreed, but this dog happened to be one. I fell in love with the dog because of his personality. I did not judge him by his bloodlines. My golden retriever was lucky enough never to have experienced the horrendous things that my rescued dog had. My purebreed has taught my mutt how to be a dog, to trust people, to bark, to play, to swim. I never regret one day of having both my purebreed and my mixed breed. They are not status symbols, they are my friends.

I've said it before and I'll say it again, I love all dogs! I do not care about the breed! I do support animal charities and I do adopt animals in need!!!!!

My question to you is :
You stated that "you never get it, and you never will". Why did you ask the question, if you are unwilling to accept the answers?