I have so much to say but know I'm going to forget half of it. Anyway, Dixie - I don't think Power Lounger was blaming anyone here for the problem. She was just asking why not try to fix it instead of add to it. NOT that you are adding to it but I don't know how else to word that. I respect you as a breeder and I know you know your stuff. Unfortunately, you are a minority in the breeder world. I do want to say though that shelters are full of animals with better temperaments and health than the best breeders' champions. Adopting a dog or cat is not a death wish. Adopting a dog or cat does not mean you are getting a worthless, sick, or ill tempered animal. Also, Power Lounger wasn't knocking anyone for wanting a pure breed. She pointed out that they do exist in shelters too.

For those of you who can't take the risk of adopting a dog with a history, shelters also have puppies... and lots of them. Many shelters and rescue groups also have extensive history on their adult dogs. You have to fill out a 5 page background form (front and back) when surrendering a dog to my shelter. After that there is an extensive temperament test the dog has to pass. When adopting a dog, you are informed EVERYTHING we know and counseled on how to deal with it. Yes, there's a chance that there may be something we missed but a lot of the time there's not. And if there is, you are encouraged to come to us for free counseling. There are several rescue organizations like this who want to do everything possible to help you.

I hope no one will become defensive to this post. I simply want to share my opinion and encourage everyone else to share theirs too. There is a lot of emotions on all sides behind this topic so I can see how it might get out of hand. But we are all friends and I hope can all speak our minds without arguing.