K9Cast #12

The best place to find a dog is at a shelter or rescue. There are even rescues for purebred dogs and puppies too! But if you can't find what you want at a rescue then we discuss how to find reputable dog breeders and why finding the right one is important. How to tell the difference between reputable dog breeders and irresponsible dog breeders. Discussion of intentional mixed breeding and a discussion of crate training. PLUS a listener story from Gretchen of MommyCast.

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00:00 Intro
00:14 Thanks for the feedback!
00:33 Mark's followup suggesting crates
-Crates are not cruel
02:58 Paul in Dallas' email
-Best places to get a dog are from a rescue, a shelter or a reputable and responsible breeder
-Definitely not going to find a reputable and responsible breeder at a flea market or on the side of the road
04:48 Why it's important to look for, and how to find a reputable, responsible breeder
-More information
15:29 Our take on designer mixed breeds/intentional mixed breeding
18:26 Puppies from breeders vs Older dogs at shelters
-Shelters have pure bred dogs too, if thats what you're interested in
21:58 Story from Gretchen@Mommycast
-Bren the dog
24:34 Outro
-Send us your dog stories and pictures
-Spay or neuter your dog