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Originally Posted by wooÐs
So what do you think should be done with all the mixes in shelters and those on death row who deserve to be in clean, loving homes just as equally as purebreds?
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We have the same philosophy here. I'm not sure we'd ever go to a registered breeder to get a purebred pup. All the animals we have are "rescues": two were unwanted, neglected animals and one was an adoption of an actual rescue pet.
Some, like us, are open to the challenges of dealing with unknown mixes and psychological issues. Our lab has separation anxiety and is high-strung (for a lab) because of how she was essentially removed from "the pack" when a second child was born. Solitary confinement in the basement is no place for a dog.
But, at the same time, we didn't have to deal with her puppy stage. It's a bit of a trade-off. A first-time dog owner should be prepared for anything, but getting a rescue dog is often best left with experienced owners who understand canine mentality. Either way, you should do what you can to know what you're getting into and how to succeed in making a positive environment for an animal.