Why is it wrong to advertise puppies for sale?
Why is it wrong to advertise puppies for sale? General Dog Discussions
I'm not a breeder nor am I in the market for a puppy. I have one dog that I got from the local Humane Society and another that I bought from a breeder. I'm not looking for any lectures about adopting only so please don't come at this from that angle. I feel that if people want to purchase a puppy from a breeder for whatever reason, that's their right. However, through my FB friends, I've learned that some breeders of show dogs are really opposed to advertising puppies for sale -- especially on the Internet. Some say it's okay to advertise them on one's website, while some won't advertise them even there. Would someone who is knowledgeable about this please explain? Thank you.Thank you, everyone, for your great responses. I've been curious about this because I know how hard good breeders work to get really good homes for their puppies and therefore, they really check out potential buyers. My puzzlement comes from some interactions I've had with some breeders since getting my purebred puppy from a very reputable breeder whose lines are in showrings around the world. She didn't know me when I called her because I don't show and just wanted a nice, healthy dog of this breed. I saw her website and liked the looks of her dogs so I called her. She was pleasant and professional, and asked lots of questions. She checked out all of my references and since she lived in another state, she brought the pup to me personally so she could check out where it would be living. I'm sure she didn't make much on that sale, but it was clear that her concern for the pup's wellbeing was more important than money. We've stayed in touch since I got the