Be as picky as you'd like. I mean, if you're getting a dog from a breeder, and, you're paying top dollar for one, you have every right to be a little selective. Of course, you're nuts if you "connect" with one and don't take it cuz it doesn't fit the blue eye requirement. But, before I got my puppy, I was doing some major research on breeds, and, colors, etc.....I've always liked labradors, but, was really leaning more toward a more uncommon breed. But, my boyfriend and I were just looking at the puppies to look, we weren't planning to get a pup so soon. But, we fell in love with Finn when we saw him, and, within an hour, we were dog parents. He was slightly lacking in doggie things the first night, but, the next day, he was a couple hundred dollars richer for toys and other doggie things. I hope you're still on pet talk when you get your puppy!