I just thought this was worth repeating. Reputable professional breeders usually have waiting lists for their pups. IMO, it's best to leave breeding to those who have the ability to place puppies with appropriate homes that have been screened carefully.Originally Posted By: Luca_stl
Based on this experience, it might be an idea to have your dog spayed so that you don't have to go through this again. There are enough GSD pups in the world looking for homes.
I think if this is a "young, inexperienced breeder who is willing to learn" then they will understand why their seeming irresponsibility in this case doesn't sit well with people who know better. Young breeders who want to learn how to breed mentor with experienced breeders. They learn how to do it properly, and have a plan for their puppies. We're not talking about learning to bake cupcakes, where you can toss out the first few batches if they don't turn out.Quote:Most people just starting out do not have people banging down their doors for puppies. Probably, this is because most of us start out by jumping in, generally at the wrong end.
We do not know why this individual has a litter that needs to be placed. Perhaps the bitch was a rescue, perhaps it was a first litter, perhaps it was a breeding to comply with a contract when he procured the bitch, who knows?
I find it a little bit abrasive that without any information we are encouraging a spay and to "leave it to the reputable professional breeders." I want everyone to remember that if we continue to leave it to the reputable professional breeders, our breed will die out. New blood is essential. Young, inexperienced breeders who are willing to learn are very important to our breed.
Excellent post Tracy. I agree 100%Originally Posted By: Luca_stlI think if this is a "young, inexperienced breeder who is willing to learn" then they will understand why their seeming irresponsibility in this case doesn't sit well with people who know better. Young breeders who want to learn how to breed mentor with experienced breeders. They learn how to do it properly, and have a plan for their puppies. We're not talking about learning to bake cupcakes, where you can toss out the first few batches if they don't turn out.Quote:Most people just starting out do not have people banging down their doors for puppies. Probably, this is because most of us start out by jumping in, generally at the wrong end.
We do not know why this individual has a litter that needs to be placed. Perhaps the bitch was a rescue, perhaps it was a first litter, perhaps it was a breeding to comply with a contract when he procured the bitch, who knows?
I find it a little bit abrasive that without any information we are encouraging a spay and to "leave it to the reputable professional breeders." I want everyone to remember that if we continue to leave it to the reputable professional breeders, our breed will die out. New blood is essential. Young, inexperienced breeders who are willing to learn are very important to our breed.
If this is an unplanned litter, then spaying the dog would prevent them from the inconvenience of having to go on the internet to ask strangers what to do with puppies next time.
I agree 100% also.Originally Posted By: Luca_stl
I think if this is a "young, inexperienced breeder who is willing to learn" then they will understand why their seeming irresponsibility in this case doesn't sit well with people who know better. Young breeders who want to learn how to breed mentor with experienced breeders. They learn how to do it properly, and have a plan for their puppies.
I don't have a sig line, never bothered with it.Originally Posted By: Skye'sMomReichsmom;
I don't see a signature line - what rescue do you fostor for?