i posted a question about getting a purebred at a pet store?

Question

why is it that some people reply to questions with rude answers?

Answer 1

Some people like to be mean. Others reach out for it. At the moment you seem to be reaching out for it.

Answer 2

I was one of the people who answered your question the first time around. I reviewed the answers to your initial question and some answers might seem to be a bit harsh.

I answered your question as I do all the questions, honestly and to the best of my ability. I care less than a gnat's @ss about the point system. If I was one of the individuals that you thought rude, I do appologize.

As I said, I understand your resentment at being *taken* by the pet store. You are not the first and sadly, you will not be the last to fall for that cute puppy in the window. You wanted a purebred pup, but you received less than you wanted. My point was, one does not so easy part with a living and breathing creature as one might return a dress two sizes too small.

My intention was to make you understand that if you go to court, they will probably make you return the pup. (You can't have your cake and eat it too)

If there is nothing wrong with this pup except for the fact that he is a mixed breed, why not keep him and consider the money spent a lesson learned. There is nothing wrong with a mutt....they are just as loving and loyal as a purebred.

If the monetary issue is the only problem at hand, well then take the pet store to small claims court and get a refund and next time go to a reputable breeder that breeds quality AKC registered puppies.

As far as the "rude' answers....many people have strong opinions when it comes to animals because they love them and they care a great deal about them. Even the "rude" answers were honest and those people who answered you harshly are not here to win friends and influence people....they are here to share their knowledge.

Answer 3

Some people have very strong opinions about this subject, and they feel anyone who would consider buying a purebred from a pet store is an uneducated moron committing a great moral injustice. While everyone is entitled to their opinions, it's not cool to be condescending or rude when answering someone's legitimate question. I'm sorry for their behavior and hope it won't dissuade you from learning more about pet shop animals before making your decision.

It is true that at many pet stores, the animals come from states with very lax animal rights laws. The breeding animals are kept in tiny enclosures, often living in their own filth, forced to carry more litters than would be healthy, and put to death as soon as they are no longer productive. You can learn all about puppy mills from the Humane Society's Web Site: http://www.hsus.org/pets/issues_affecting_our_pets/get_the_facts_on_puppy_mills/index.html

I also don't agree that you should rescue a dog from a shelter. Yes, it's very sad that there are animals in shelters, and rescuing one is a wonderful act of kindness. But if you have your heart set on a specific breed, and you want to select your dog, get the dog that you want. Are we to deny responsible breeders the right to make a living, and deny the breed itself the right to thrive because of the number of rescue animals in the world--many a result of irresponsible owners who never got their pets fixed?

If you want a purebred dog, your best bet for a healthy animal would be to contact a licensed breeder with a good reputation.
www.pets4you.com is a good place to start. Good luck.

Answer 4

I know some people just don't take this serious. I think people don't care but are trying to get their points. Point for what, I have no idea why it matters.... but it does matter to some people. I feel bad about that considering some people really need help, I feel if the person takes the time to ask a question, why not take the time to answer if I can help at all. Sorry your experience was bad, I hope you got an answer to your question, if you didn't I can tell you what I know about animals in pet stores.... I was told by a girl who worked in a pet store, that most of the pure breed dogs in the pets stores are there because breeders could not sell them due to maybe the pet being the runt, health problems, or they plain out got to old to be sold..... Hope this helps, good luck with your search for a pet!

Answer 5

consider it as ignorance on their part.(some people don't have the sense God gave a goat). Anyhow I used to work at a well-known pet store, and I will tell you that the puppies there do come from puppy mills and backyard breeders(people who care about 2 things only: money and quantity instead of quality). If you want a purebred dog(and you want the papers with it) then you're best off going to a private breeder(but research the breeder first. Check out the dogs' living environment. Are the dogs tested for genetic problems(hips, eyes, etc?). All of the animals at the breeders should be current on all vacinations, there should be no sign of fleas or ticks, the puppies and dogs should all look healty, have fresh water, clean kennels, etc. Check out more than one breeder, and don't be afraid to ask questions or ask for references.

Answer 6

Well, some people just don't know how to tell people nicely that they shouldn't buy pets from pet stores. Like the others have stated, pet stores generally buy their pups from puppy mills or back yard breeders - a reputable breeder wouldn't sell their pups to pet stores. These pups usually end up with some major health problems sometime in their lives. Reputable breeders test all of their dogs for genetic defects to try and make sure they produce healthy offspring. I would suggest you go to a local dog show and meet some of the breeders for your particular breed there, or do a search on the AKC site and see if you can fine a local breeder that way http://www.akc.org/breederinfo/breeder_search.cfm
If everyone would stop buying these poor puppy mill pups it would hopefully drive these puppy mill breeders out of business.

Answer 7

I have asked that question before. I would suggest using a known breeder who is endorsed by the AKC or such for that breed. Or find a good one from word of mouth. The only thing I have learned about pet stores is that they use "puppy mills" and sometimes these puppies are in less than good conditions. They just want their dogs to have as many puppies as possible so they can sell them to pet stores. I've seen some on "Animal cops Houston" and it is horrible. I'm not saying they are all bad but you need to know where you get your dogs and what kind of condition they were living in before bringing them home. I have a Cairn Terrier (aka Toto) and a Great Dane (aka Scooby) and I got them both from breeders that I could take a look at where they lived etc... Good luck

Answer 8

Many people preceive that petstore buy their puppies from puppy mill, in reality they usually do. In which many people are against puppy mills, and the only way to stop puppy mills, is not to buy from one or buy from people who do.

Some people just get a bit too excited about the topic which is understandable. Puppy Mills are horrible and produce low quality stock.

Your best bet is to have bought your puppy from a reputable breeder, but I'm sure you are aware of this now, and not everyone is fully aware of the Puppy Mills and Pet Store Trageties!

I hope all goes well and don't take too many of the rude comments to heart.... alot of people just want points and are not on to help people at all.

Answer 9

As mentioned most pet stores equal puppy mills.

As for pounds, sorry to say I want to see the parents of the puppy I'm bringing home. I want to see how their temperment is. If they have any heath issues that might be hereditary. Sometimes those dogs are dropped off for a good reason. But many of them aren't. i just don't want to risk it.

As for the rude answers... Well I don't do it for the points. To come up with a good answer for that I probable need a few years of counciling to give you a truthful answer. Mostly I do it to be funny. Maybe it didn't make the poster laugh but I got a good chuckle when I posted some of my answers.

Well got to give me credit at least I'm honest. =)

Answer 10

Because people are very judgemental and think that you should go to a shelter and get a rescue cat. I agree if you can do that then it is a fantastic option, however, as I do not live in a house with a garden they won't let me adopt from a shelter, so I bought 2 Burmese from a breeder. I would advise again going to a pet shop though as often the kittens are too you to be away from their mother, they should not be separated until at least 13 weeks, most pest shops sell them from 8 weeks or younger. The kitten has not learnt all the social skills it needs from it's mother, so could turn vicious, as I have first hand experience of.

Answer 11

Some people may feel insulted or outraged that you want to get a puppy from a pet store.... the majority of puppies that are available from pet stores come from puppy mills.

Here is some info to help:

Puppy mills breed dogs that are only pet quality. I know, you only want a pet, right? A serious breeder will only breed dogs that are show quality... they have intensions of showing the dogs themselves or selling them to someone who will campaign them, these type of breeders are in it for the interest of the breed and the individual dog. People that breed pet qaulity dogs obviously have no intensions of showing them... they purely in it for the money- which is to breed as many dogs as possible and sell the puppies. These type of breeders ar eonly in it for the money and are not looking out for the best interest of the breed or the indiviual dog for that matter.

A good breeder will socialize their puppies. They will come leash trained. The puppies will be fully vaccinated and wormed (that means about four series of booster vaccinations ber fore you get the puppy).

An ethical breeder will only make the ***** have one litter and year and no more than six litters in her lifetime. A puppy-miller will make a ***** have litters all her life.

Puppies from puppy mills are typically not as healthy as those from a good breeder. They are malnurished and not given proper medical care.

I hope this helps