I totally agree. And it totally defeats me as to why anyone pays £500+ for a mongrel! ----- Original Message ----- From: Venus To: [email protected] Sent: Saturday, December 29, 2007 5:49 AM Subject: [Chihuahuas] Thoughts about Designer dogs....
Ok sorry but I have to ask others thoughts on this topic.... I really have to get this off my chest.... Maybe my thoughts are way off base but I just really do not understand... there are too many dogs out there needing home. I just don't understand. What is the deal with these "designer" dog breeds??? Why are people taking two beautiful pure bred dogs and mix breeding them, then charge an arm and leg for a mix breed? If you want a "designer" dog there are more then enough of them at the local shelters, rescue groups, etc. Eveyday mix breed dogs are being put down... does there really need to be another reason to have more and more dogs being turned over to these shelters. Can you believe there are over 150 so called designer breeds right now!?! I truly believe it is just another scam for people to make a quick buck. I just don't understand what happen to the "love of a breed"? Personal, as many of you know, I am a Chihuahua lover. I believe they are a wonderful breed and do not need any changes. Do people really need to charge 400-700 for a Chiweenies? Chipoo? Chi-Chon? As you can tell this really upsets me... not just because I have a love for Chihuahuas but also because there are enough dogs out there that need homes without people breeding more and more. I just want to say.. I am not writing this to upset anyone, so please do not take it that way.. I would never want to start anything that woudl cause issues or tension amoung our wonderful group. I am just wanting others thoughts so maybe I can understand better. Hugs to everyone. And please have a wonderful holiday weeked filled with enjoyment. Venus
