Originally posted by Power Lounger
So, let me understand, I cannot have that opinion that I, personally, couldn't care less if purebreds ceased to exist, I didn't say DOGS, I said purebreds. I've read threads here that out & out said they won't go to the shelter because they're not sure of the temperament, health, etc. of a dog.

Because one will go to a breeder, that dog at the shelter will CEASE TO EXIST. That's a fact. Now, some look at that as an attack on them personally. Too bad.

I am merely pointing out to you there are perfectly good dogs at shelters & rescues, why not check that out. You don't want to, that's your choice.

But I'm done here. Clearly, I'm a horrible person & shouldn't have come to a dog forum to ask this question.
No one called anyone a horrible person.

Everyone knows there are tons of dogs that need homes or they will die. I am not going to pack my apartment with animals, that I don't want and can't handle. It is wrong for someone to get a pet they either don't want or cannot handle, whether it's purebred or mutt. One of the major reasons there are so many animals in shelters, is because people dispose of pets they were not prepared for. A pet is a lifelong commitment. Not a decision based on pity. We must make a decision based on what is right for us. I love animals. I have saved lives, but I am not capable of saving every pet out there. I will do what is right for me, my family, and my dogs.

Those who think shelter animals are dirty disgusting creatures are as wrong and hurtful, as saying you would like it if purebred's ceased to exist. Pet Talk is open to all people who love to talk about animals. We all have different opinions, we are entitled to have these opinions, and welcomed to share these opinions. However, if one cannot share opinions in a way that is not derogitory to other people on this site, than that person is not upholding the wonderful values that makes this site such a great place to visit. Saying you could care less, if you hurt our feelings, degrade our choices, and insult our loved ones is completely against what we stand for as productive members of society. Respect for each other is essential.