I look at it this way--if we didn't have any breeders in the world, (meaning responsible) then the breeds (or any animal) that we love wouldn't exsist.

Both of my dogs were from breeders. Do I regret it? NO. When I'm older, financially stable, etc., I will buy from responsible breeders, and possibly rescue/adopt from the shelter.

I do not in any way, "prefer" purebreds. I know mutts make great pets (I've had a few) and it's just my opinion. If there was a dog that I was absolutely in love with and it was a lot of money, I would come up with a way to pay for it.

But that's just how I am.