rescue vs breeder

[Debbieg]

I also agree with Selzer. Let him make the decision to either rescue or get a dog from a breeder. And make him earn it, even if not in money. Give him jobs to do, are a certain grade level to achieve. He should had to do as much to "earn" a rescue and a dog from a breeder.

I was a very troubles 14 year old when I earned my first GSD by getting the grades my parents had required. That dog really changed my life and is why I love the breed today.
"Earning" his pit bull pup at age 18 has made a huge difference in my autistic son's life too.