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Slmmnslmn t1_j86zuyr wrote

Used to say the same thing. Have had 2 awesome dogs from the humane society. There is room for reputable ethical breeders as well.

I was fostering for a local humane society and realized how much of a roll of the dice it can be. Attacked on 2 occasions by one dog. Traumatized dogs are not for everyone. Humane societies dont always make the best decisions with placement. Its okay if someone doesn't want to roll those dice.

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vrrrrrkiki t1_j872rl7 wrote

Thank you for saying this. We have young kids at home so it’s important to us to get a dog with a good temperament. I am a firm believer in “adopt or shop responsibly”

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MaintenanceJunior375 t1_j877gty wrote

Mine is from Labs Landing in NY. My vet has asked for information to share with others as they have said she is literally the best lab they have ever seen in terms of temperament and health. She is a blocky lab, which is the look we like and is an awesome dog. Loves outdoors, but is also fine with lazy house days.

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Verity41 t1_j88qxww wrote

Why is it important the dog be “show quality” then?

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vrrrrrkiki t1_j88rwwe wrote

I never actually said show quality. I said show lines because there is a big difference between a field bred Labrador (hunting lines) and a bench bred Labrador. They look and act differently

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houndshmix t1_j88pk03 wrote

And I was attacked by a dog from a reputable breeder, who seemed lovely as a pup. You roll the dice whenever you play.

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Slmmnslmn t1_j88pzl4 wrote

Owners come into blame in that case. Js.

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houndshmix t1_j88wq5o wrote

Not in my home. We had many other dogs that didn’t behave that way.

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