Originally posted by Finigan

So, the breeders opinions on what is "pure" and what isn't is more important than everybody elses? Odd. I love and appreciate what every animal has to offer, but just because you have a fancy peice of paper and a ribbon on your wall doesn't mean your animal is better than mine.
Did I say purebreds were more important than mutts, NO. I am owned by a mixed breed puppy, half Aussie and half lab. Most if not all of my dogs in the past were mixed breeds from shelters, and one purebred from a shelter. I love and appreciate every animal too, but that doesn't mean I should breed them just because they are cute, or I want to experience the miracle of birth, or because I think they will make a good mother. My point was there is NO WAY of knowing the history of the animal, and to breed without knowing the history for many generations is very selfish. What if they carry a hidden genetic default that won't show up until you breed that litter. What if the babies come out deformed, or have major agression issues? What then? All because you wanted to see cute little furballs running around.