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This piece was printed in the July 2007 issue of Dogs In Canada. |
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There is another side to placing retired show/breeding dogs. It
comes from people who are fortunate enough to receive these dogs. I speak with
experience as I have a breeding do that is a champion, a beautiful
representation of her breed. This breeder trusted us to care for this dog that
was still in her breeding program. We took the responsibility very seriously. When the breeder decided that the dog was no longer needed in her breeding program she was spayed and transferred to us. She's a fantastic dog that enjoys Rally obedience and agility. We've returned to the breeder's home, this fine little girl loves her breeder, but when it's time to go she's right there with us - no problem with bonding issues here. Living in a remote area in Canada, I am well known for dogs being my sport. I receive many call from people looking for purebred dogs as family pets. In every instance I will help them to contact a responsible breeder to see if the have any show/breeding dogs available, or an older puppy that has not worked out for the show ring. Pet owners are in most cases very happy to get an older dog and forgo the puppy stage. Seniors are more than happy to get an older dog that they can enjoy in their later years. They don't have to worry about the puppy outliving them. Jacque Wolffe |