Re: My thoughts on the shipping ordeal

[Paige McDonald]

> And do you honestly think every responsible animal breeder in the world
> only has the options of pet stores or shipping?  Have you advertised in
> the local newspaper?  Placed your name in the phone book?  Asked your
> vet if you can hang a sign in his/her office as a private breeder?
> Legitimate breeders of cats, dogs, ferrets, birds, rats, etc all use
> these methods.  It also gives the advantage of being able to meet and
> interview the prospective buyer face-to-face.  A safety net, I might
> note, that is NOT available when you're shipping from TX to GA.

Could you please read what I've said before replying? I didn't say those were
the only options, nor did I say I haven't met many people face-to-face. I
could name at least 20 people on this list who live in areas that aren't very
popular. It USUALLY has to resort to either pet shops or overpopulation, or
selling to someone who isn't responsible enough to care for gerbils. My point
was that is shipping was unavailable, it would cause more problems than many
think.

Paige