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Apr 20, 2004 12:36:53 GMT -5
Post by packerdogs on Apr 20, 2004 12:36:53 GMT -5
My God, look at this horrible article that was written in AARP: ********************************************************************* Bring Home a Best Friend A puppy's floppy ears and oversized paws won't just tug at your heartstrings. A pooch can provide companionship and encourage you to exercise. You could get a pup free at the animal shelter, but you won't be sure if you'll have Toto or Marmaduke when the dog matures. If you want specific characteristics, consider a thoroughbred. You'll pay $750 to $1,500 or more for a pure-bred dog. Spring for one with great bloodlines and champion ancestors, and he may even earn a few bucks occasionally; stud fees range from $250 to $750. Now's a great time to buy, as many breeders time their litters to arrive in the spring, says breeder Linda Ciocci of New Haven, Connecticut. Also, it's easier to train a puppy with lots of warm weather ahead. While at the breeder's, spend time with the pup's parents (the mother, at least) and siblings to see how the breed behaves, advises Gail Miller, a spokesperson for the American Kennel Club in New York City. Three gentle, easy-to-train breeds: the Portuguese water dog (active and won't shed), the Yorkshire terrier (small and intelligent), and the greyhound (mellow and large). See dogbreedinfo.com or the American Kennel Club's website for more information.
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Apr 20, 2004 15:46:15 GMT -5
Post by sibemom on Apr 20, 2004 15:46:15 GMT -5
Are they NUTS To spend that much on a dog Besides the fact they are slamming mixes. Shame on them the darn PUREBRED SNOBS I would have taken a mix pup I was looking for a Husky/GSD but could not find one. I can tell you I am not paying NEAR $1800 if I was then the pup would be comming from Leerburg
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Apr 20, 2004 18:25:58 GMT -5
Post by Willow on Apr 20, 2004 18:25:58 GMT -5
I don't buy that crap that a dog will "make you exercise" either!!!! My dogs help keep me "motivated" to exercise, but I think you have to like to exercise before you get a dog. I know lots of people who didn't exercise before they got a dog and they still don't!!! The dog is either tied out in the yard or in a kennel all the time while the owner does what he/she did before. Sit on the couch watching t.v.
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Apr 20, 2004 19:28:04 GMT -5
Post by Laura on Apr 20, 2004 19:28:04 GMT -5
I wrote a scorching letter, one to the editor, and one on the discussion forum . Stupid, stupid, stupid, someone at AARP needs to edit their material better.
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