Rescue Vs. Breeder
Rescue vs Breeder – Is one better than the other?
The answer to this question ultimately depends upon what your family is looking for in a new addition. First let me start by saying PLEASE do your research before you decide to add any pet to your family.
Rescue
Rescues and Shelters are an amazing opportunity to save the life of a pet. Far too many pets are dumped at local shelters and rescues. Often times, you can find many pure breeds in shelters. If you do not have specific needs or reasons to acquire your pet via a breeder. Rescue pets are so often very grateful and aware that you have saved them.
There are also rescues dedicated to breed specific pets. Search for a reputable one, talk to your vet or your local shelter to see if they can recommend one. Most reputable rescues are working with the shelters to save pets from death and kill shelter situations.
Responsible rescues and shelters take the recued pets to the vet and cared for properly. Then they try to locate a perfect fit for both families and animals alike.
When you work with a reputable breeder or rescue you can find a great fit for your family. Always remember you are making a commitment when you bring home a pet. You need to be locked in for the long haul – through the good and bad. That little furry life is depending on you and will reward you with many years of love and companionship. Don’t make a hasty decision. Comment below and share the story of your pet’s adoption. We’d love to hear all about it!
Breeder
Perhaps you are looking for a dog that can work on your ranch with you. You family has always owned Border Collies. You would like to show your dog, enter them in AKC sanctioned events. You want to have a pet that hails from a long line of German Shepard’s and want certificates of health. Perhaps you just want to see the parents and know where your pup comes from.
When you work with a reputable breeder, you can see the mom and dad of your pup or kitten. You will know they were being socialized from the moment they were born. Held and given love.
Many reputable breeders will always take their dogs back no matter what age they are, should you no longer be able to care for them. Start your search for a breeder via the AKC.ORG site.
Puppy Mills
Please do not buy your dog off the Internet. By now you should all be well aware of the puppy mills and the horrid conditions these dogs are bred under. You should only work with a local breeder whom you can stop by and visit, hang out in the yard with, and visit your puppy whenever you wish before he is ready to come home with you.
