Breeding/Breeder Information
This page is dedicated to the memory of Bbiach Velvet
Beauty CD whose life would have been made so much better if only she had
been bred by a breeder who cared about the genetic health of his/her dogs.
If you are considering breeding or purchasing your dog (do please consider rescuing a dog that already needs a good home), please throughly read ALL the links. If you do not have time to do that much, you do not have time for dogs. If you want a purebred puppy, please do right by him or her, yourself, and your family, choose a good dog from a good breeder. Please also see Choosing A Dog
Pet Store Dogs, Puppy Mills, and Backyard Breeders What you don't know might really surprise you! |
What you need to know FIRST! |
Kennel Clubs, Pedigrees, and Dog Registries Those papers may not mean what you think |
Be part of the solution, not part of the problem. They deserve nothing less. |
Defining and Finding A Responsible Breeder
It might not be easy, but it is sure worth it in the
long run! Some of these pages have been written
for a specific breed, but the info given will generally apply to all breeds.
Time Magazine | |
And How To Read Those Ads! | |
It isn't much to brag about | |
Pet Store Puppies, Puppy Mills, Commercial and Backyard Breeders
You might not be as aware as you think!
Regulation of USDA Commercial Breeders | |
Article from KMOV News St. Louis - scroll down | From Reader's Digest |
Breeding Your Own Dog - what you need to know...
Also be sure to read the Defining a responsible breeder links. Can you live up to being a responsible breeder? It's tough!
"Lethal White" can affects many breeds with the merle (aka dapple) gene. | |
Scroll down | |
Illustration of the Genetic Reasons that Breeding Mixes gives you mixed results. Canines or corn, genes are genes. | |
Tongue in cheek view of how breeding a dog is not a decision to be made lightly. | |
Last Updated 5/19/09
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Breeding and Breeder Info
Defining and Finding Responsible Breeders
Pet Stores, Puppy Mills, and Backyard Breeders
Breeding Your Own Dog
Kennel Clubs, Pedigrees, and Dog Registries
Spay and Neuter Info
Main Rescue Page
Can We Help You Keep Your Pet?
Leilah's Bookmarks