Why adoption is better than buying from a breeder?

The Benefits: You are saving two lives – the life of the dog you adopt and the space that opens up for another dog in the shelter or rescue. Mixed breed dogs tend to have less inherited genetic health problems. The love and gratitude you will receive from a shelter dog is unlike any other.

How much does a purebred cost from a breeder?

You Should Get What You Pay for The price of a purebred puppy depends on if you are buying a “show or working quality” puppy, or a “companion only” puppy. Puppies sold on a spay/neuter contract usually average around $800.00 in price. Puppies sold for working or competing can be as high priced as $1500.00.

Is it bad to get a dog from a reputable breeder?

You are not killing a shelter dog if you purchase a dog from a responsible breeder. Morally, it is your decision to have a dog or not, and where that dog comes from is your choice. Reputable breeders are not puppy mills. Most dogs from pet stores come from puppy mills.

Is it better to buy a dog or adopt?

Adopting a pet from an animal shelter is much less expensive than buying a pet. Although many shelters and rescue groups have purebred animals, an adopted mixed-breed pet may be healthier than a purebred pet and, therefore, cost less overall.

What is considered a backyard breeder?

A Backyard Breeder is an amateur animal breeder. While some may have good intentions, in most cases the conditions are considered substandard, with little to no emphasis on ethical or selective breeding, or provide proper care for the well-being of the animals they are breeding.

Is it safe for a dog to have 2 litters in a year?

The United States/the American Kennel Club actually has no legal limit on the number of litters a single dog can produce.

Why are there so many purebred dogs in animal shelters?

The majority of purebred dogs in shelters or rescues are the product of “backyard” breeders. These are people who make some easy cash by breeding their dogs. Most of these breeders don’t know a thing about breeding for favorable health and temperament qualities, and they don’t know how to raise a properly socialized litter.

Why did you get your first dog from a breeder?

I got my first dog from a breeder because we had a 3 year old at the time. We went with a breeder who specifically bred for temperament, not to have a show dog. I’ve always wanted to adopt, but I also knew what I wanted, and that was a schnauzer (or schnauzer mix) puppy/young dog.

Should I adopt a puppy or an adult dog?

When you adopt a puppy, you can’t tell how he or she will turn out! With an adult dog, what you see is what you get. Their personality is already developed, and you’ll be able to spot the characteristics you’re looking for much more easily.

Should you get a puppy from a breeder?

There are tremendous benefits of getting a puppy who has never known anything but safety, having been born into the hands of a breeder who has dedicated decades to improving the quality of a particular breed and bringing healthy puppies into the world. Want to see more of Sirius’ adventures growing up in Brooklyn? Follow her on Instagram.