There are so many opinions on this topic. Dogs bred for families by caring owners rarely if ever go to the shelter because of the strict contracts to return the dog to the breeder. People who care about their dogs want them back no matter what, and would not allow them to breed them otherwise.
Some more interesting ideas and opinions below.....
Breeding Info:
http://www.dogchannel.com/dog-breeders/what-makes-a-good-breeder.aspx
http://dogtime.com/finding-a-good-breeder.html
Before you buy:
http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/beforeyoubuy.htm
To Consider about Rescuing dogs (how they may not be for everyone):
http://mycropht.wordpress.com/2010/06/10/dont-adopt-a-shelter-dog/
http://ahimsadogtraining.com/blog/2009/04/16/how-not-to-pick-a-rescue-dog/
Something that may have not crossed your mind about where rescues might get their dogs:
http://www.thedogplace.org/SHELTERS/support-puppy-mills_Turner-122.asp
Just for fun:
Here is a picture of Moko's Mommy and Daddy.
Some more interesting ideas and opinions below.....
Breeding Info:
http://www.dogchannel.com/dog-breeders/what-makes-a-good-breeder.aspx
http://dogtime.com/finding-a-good-breeder.html
Before you buy:
http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/beforeyoubuy.htm
To Consider about Rescuing dogs (how they may not be for everyone):
http://mycropht.wordpress.com/2010/06/10/dont-adopt-a-shelter-dog/
http://ahimsadogtraining.com/blog/2009/04/16/how-not-to-pick-a-rescue-dog/
Something that may have not crossed your mind about where rescues might get their dogs:
http://www.thedogplace.org/SHELTERS/support-puppy-mills_Turner-122.asp
