I simply would not have a puppy or new dog if I was not in a position to put in the time and attention needed.

I did not call you cruel - I said that in my opinion the practice is not necessary and it is the practice, not the people, that I view as cruel.

You don't - that's fine. There are many here who use this method and are happy with it. I'm not among them but I still have the right to state my opinion, as do you. I am in no way attacking you and hope you don't feel the need to defend yourself on such a personal level.