Most the shelters here have a $80-$85 fee. With that you get first shots (if it is a puppy) or current shots, spay/nuetering, and at least with planned pethood, free vet visits for any illness with in 30 days of adoption. I think that is a bargin!!! We got Sadie
and Cincy both free from "accidental" pregnancies and I have to tell you, first shots and spaying was closer to $100. Not to mention second and third rounds of puppy shots. I realize breeders have "stud fees" and other expenses for their puppies and don't thinki t is wrong to ask for money for them (if it is indeed a responsible breeder, not a puppymill trying to make money). But are some breeds really worth $1000's and a mutt nothing? Underneath it all, they are all dogs, and will be loving loyal companions.

Glad to see someone spoke up and defended the shleter.