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rescue dog vs. purchase dog
Started this discussion. Last reply by Nancy, Ned, and Clancy Oct 8, 2009. 9 Replies 0 Favorites
We are looking to get a labradoodle.We've fostered dogs in the past, so I am sort of thinking about adopting via rescue. The issue now is that I have grandchildren who visit frequently, ranging in…Continue
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Nancy, Ned, and Clancy replied to Allison Francis's discussion rescue dog vs. purchase dog"Another choice that hasn't been mentioned yet is adopting an older puppy or female or male that is no longer used for breeding. If you choose the older pup or adult, you would be able to know whether or not they are allergy friendly."
Nancy, Ned, and Clancy left a comment for Allison Francis"WELCOME TO DOODLEKISSES.THERE IS LOTS TO LEARN AND SHARE HERE. BE SURE TO JOIN THE GROUPS THAT INTEREST YOU AND TAKE PART IN THE DISCUSSIONS. THIS IS A GREAT PLACE TO LEARN ABOUT DOODLES SO THAT YOU CAN MAKE A DECISION ABOUT GETTING ONE.…"
Adrianne Matzkin replied to Allison Francis's discussion rescue dog vs. purchase dog"Adoption is NOT for everyone. Some come with baggage - others don't. Some puppies that come from breeders have baggage - most do not.
I found my Charli searching on PetFinder. She is a black jewel. She was supposedly a 9+ week old puppy, though…"
Kemp Rader left a comment for Allison Francis"Hello Allison,
Thank you for joining us here on DoodleKisses!! If you love doodles, you've come to the right place. This is a great site for doodle lovers....the community members are very friendly and we love to talk about all things related…"
Allison Francis replied to Allison Francis's discussion rescue dog vs. purchase dog"Thanks to each of you for your thoughts.
Karen - your blog post on this topic has helped me to gain clarity.
It is good to realize that buying a dog can be the appropriate choice in certain situations, even if a person has seen the needs of rescue…"
"I chose a very good breeder and she still is very much involved in our 10 month old doodles life. I can ask how other siblings are doing as compared to our pup, I have talked to her about discipline issues, diet, ear-infections...etc. I share…"
Karen & Jackdoodle replied to Allison Francis's discussion rescue dog vs. purchase dog"NO reputable rescue group on earth would put the "best foot forward" in not being 100% honest about an adoptable dog. There are huge financial and legal liabilities involved, not to mention the last thing any rescue group wants is to put a…"
Allison Francis replied to Allison Francis's discussion rescue dog vs. purchase dog"Thank you.
While I am sure the organizations you mentioned are quite reputable, I am concerned that there is a degree of "putting the best foot forward" for the dogs that goes on in any rescue organization. I just don't know. I like…"
Allison Francis posted a discussionrescue dog vs. purchase dog
We are looking to get a labradoodle.We've fostered dogs in the past, so I am sort of thinking about adopting via rescue. The issue now is that I have grandchildren who visit frequently, ranging in age from teenagers down to elementary age. Some of them have allergies and I am also worried about a rescue dog's background (we had some that seemed like they might bite in certain situations) So I am also thinking about purchasing from a breeder so I can raise him from a puppy and get one that is…See More
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- At 3:07pm on June 21, 2012, Kemp Rader said…
We just want to wish you a very Happy Birthday!
Kemp, Ripley, Shiloh, Oliver & Truman
- At 5:01am on June 21, 2011,
Ann Kendig said… 
- At 5:55am on June 22, 2010,
Zoe, Benny and Tyler said… 
- At 5:05pm on June 21, 2010, Kemp Rader said…
- We just want to wish you a very Happy Birthday!
Kemp, Ripley, Shiloh, Oliver & Truman
- At 9:48am on October 10, 2009,
Karen & Lucy said…
- At 9:06pm on October 8, 2009, Nancy, Ned, and Clancy said…
WELCOME TO DOODLEKISSES.THERE IS LOTS TO LEARN AND SHARE HERE. BE SURE TO JOIN THE GROUPS THAT INTEREST YOU AND TAKE PART IN THE DISCUSSIONS. THIS IS A GREAT PLACE TO LEARN ABOUT DOODLES SO THAT YOU CAN MAKE A DECISION ABOUT GETTING ONE. GOOD LUCK.
- At 6:28pm on October 8, 2009,
Linda,Yankee & Finn said…
- At 3:52pm on October 8, 2009,
Adina P said… - Some tips on choosing a breeder: http://www.doodlekisses.com/forum/topics/what-to-look-for-in-a
- At 3:45pm on October 8, 2009, Kemp Rader said…
- Hello Allison,
Thank you for joining us here on DoodleKisses!! If you love doodles, you've come to the right place. This is a great site for doodle lovers....the community members are very friendly and we love to talk about all things related to doodles. I'm sure you will discover many informative discussions, specific interest groups and frequent fun contests here at DoodleKisses.
Adina (DK's creator) and the rest of the Doodle Kisses Community are a fun and supportive group. I know you'll enjoy the website & getting to know everyone as much as I do. Welcome!!
Kemp (and my four doodles)
Ripley, Shiloh, Oliver and Truman
Pataskala, Ohio
- At 9:55am on October 8, 2009, Adina P said…
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