tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10435020.post6802339508359667719..comments2023-09-19T09:06:12.853-04:00Comments on LAB TAILS: Comment Q & A: Regarding BreedingJoanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11943353229902457055noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10435020.post-85433332136045372582009-05-07T13:26:00.000-04:002009-05-07T13:26:00.000-04:00It sounds as though you are really committed to yo...It sounds as though you are really committed to your dogs. I have been reading your blog here and there.<br />We have recently adopted a black lab puppy that if we hadn't, would have been set free to fend for himself.<br />I know nothing about the breeder or health of our puppy.<br />What I do know is that each day we love him more even though he is mischevious pup. And that he brings so much joy to our family.<br />Have a great day!katie johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00955326380983923755noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10435020.post-67266151946276153892009-04-29T20:22:00.000-04:002009-04-29T20:22:00.000-04:00Wow- you really opened my eyes. Thanks so much for...Wow- you really opened my eyes. Thanks so much for the answers!Reaganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01456378732640287979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10435020.post-21748492516899495702009-04-26T02:45:00.000-04:002009-04-26T02:45:00.000-04:00I just want to chime in and really emphasize the i...I just want to chime in and really emphasize the importance of NOT using a backyard breeder (and of course, never a puppy mill!!).<br /><br />I will never forgive myself for not researching getting a puppy. We purchased our Lab from a backyard breeder, and he has so many problems (congenital heart defect pre-existing, severe hip dysplasia by 6 mos, and trick knees at 15 mos)--from the get go.<br /><br />They aren't committed to their dogs for life (or at all), no certifications either.<br /><br />We expected a Lab for his full life time, relatively hardy and healthy. Our Lab is not expected to live past 5 years, because of irresponsible breeding.<br /><br />Don't think for a moment that saving $500 by going with a backyard breeder over a reputable hobby or professional breeder is worth it in the long run. <br /><br />The only part that consoles me is I know I will never give him up, so at least I can ensure he lives out his life as well as he can.Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08599392986004636568noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10435020.post-30276850811858418752009-04-25T17:41:00.000-04:002009-04-25T17:41:00.000-04:00Very good post. Keep up the good work!Very good post. Keep up the good work!JacksDadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08890399097586316657noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10435020.post-40306205844057584262009-04-25T14:04:00.000-04:002009-04-25T14:04:00.000-04:00Thanks for all the info. I always find it interes...Thanks for all the info. I always find it interesting to read about other people's passions. :-)Leslie Hannahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13514397178022946975noreply@blogger.com