The difference for me is there are pedigree breeders out there that are decent, breeding for a reason, using health tested dogs ect. I have never seen a decent cross breeder using health tested dogs, who is also breeding for a vaild reason.. Other than them that may be for work or out crossing for health. So yes if you pick a responsible decent pedigree breeder it is a better alternative.

Of course Vikki is right, rescues are full of Staffs, their crosses and other breeds. I dont get what this has to do with the breeding of crosses. There will be irresponsible, back yard breeders in ALL breeds.
I wonder how many people that complain about the amount of dogs in rescues actually give something back, helping..

My bitch isn't due her season for another 6 months. She will be 3 years old, the dog will be 2 years old, I am having both of them hip scored, along with eye testing. In regards to vaccinating the pups, I'll talk to my vet about it and decide the best course of action.

I would not class my self as a "breeder" anyway as I only want her to have one litter. After which I will be getting her spayed.

I love the fact that you are quick to judge, when one person on here has already said that they rehomed their dog because they couldn't show him and that doesn't seem to bother you!

I also have a cocker spaniel - I cannot use him for working as he is too small or showing as he has a kink in the end of his tail. If I said to any other dog lover that I rehomed him because of this I would be considered a monster!

Get real, you breed a litter - You are a breeder. Doesnt matter if its the once, or one a year!

Your right I dont expect everyone to keep a pup if its not suitable, people who are breeding with an aim dont have room to keep dogs that dont meet the standard required for show, work or anything else.

How many homes do you have lined up?

Sorry everyone.

I started getting a bit ranty again in my last comment

I just love dogs no matter what breed or cross they are. I don't mind cross breeding, just like I don't mind pedigree breeding as long as the dogs are healthy and happy.

ALL breeders need to take responsible steps to helping dogs and we don't need to judge each other because of the type of dogs we own!

I'm not going to comment on this thread again, as I sometimes get annoyed with people's opinions.

Bye Bye and I hope everyone can reach a middle ground

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If you have the homes (depending on the breed - I would want at least 6) lined up before you breed - you have done the health testing...and are willing to give every single pup owner the opportunity to give the pup back to you throughout its entire life if any circumstances change.

I would have no issue with you breeding.

I never said I rehomed him because he wasn't good enough to show I was mearly stating it's not always possible to keep out of each litter.
I said I rehomed him bacause his sister was lonely and they get on really well together. Actually he would still be here if it wasnt for the fact Maggie suffered seperation anxiety when she was left on her own.
I actually have 7 welsh at the moment two are too old to show, and one of the girls isnt good enough she's still here though.
If you have a litter your a breeder wether you like the term or not.
Can I ask what you will do if your bitch has 8 puppies and you cant sell them. Have you got room to keep them all?

only one?

are they health checked dam and sire ?

your 1st sentence is a very sweeping statement indeed, i certainly never bred to 'make a bit of money' and i never did either ...in the 11 yrs ive had siberian huskies ive bred 1 litter and kept 3 of the 4 puppies plus my bitch needed a ceasarian, i have 5 sibe bitches altogether but i'll never breed again i dont want the responsibility,....

but i fully support breeders who do everything right.. who work/show (or both) their dogs and breed only from health tested animals who are good examples of the breed that fit the breed standard, do everything possible to protect puppies with endorsements and puppy contract etc....if this is the type of breeder you are than you would seem an ethical breeder to me.

i dont support anyone who dosent have a good reason to breed and who breeds to supply the already oversaturated pet market, i certainly dont agree with anyone who crosses my breed or any breed for that matter unless its for a genuine purpose....if you fall into these categorys than imo you would be irresponsible yes.