We've seen it all too often, people come here wanting advice on "what breed should I get a snickerdoodlepoo or a whatchamacallit?"....Then get offended when we point out that their dog isn't a "breed" but a mix or a mutt....
If they WANT a BREED of dog, why don't they get a purebred to start with?
Do you think it's because they want something "different"?
Are they falling for the "it's the newest rarest breed" crap?
Also, anyone that has BOUGHT one of these mixes (NOT ADOPTED), would you please enlighten me as to why?
My inquiring mind wants to know......BE HONEST!
2007-09-29 13:09:36 · 25 answers · asked by zappataz ♠ Since 1999 4 in Pets ➔ Dogs
As to the mixes are healthier concept, show me SCIENTIFIC proof..
As to them EVER being a BREED, which they will NEVER BE, you need to read this from the AKC:
The AKC only considers adding new breeds to the FSS® or its registry upon request. The breed must be recognized by an acceptable foreign or domestic registry.
The FSS® is not open to "rare" breeds that are a variation of an AKC-registrable breed or the result of a combination of two AKC-recognized breeds. This includes and is not limited to differences such as size (over and under), coat type, coat colors, and coat colors and/or types that are disqualifications from Conformation Events by AKC breed standards.
2007-09-29 14:36:14 · update #1
People often base their selfworth in their possessions -- if their possession is 'unusual' they think it is a statement about them - they buy into gimmicks in all aspects of life -- cars, homes, cloths, friends and even animals. Of course these are nothing but mixes done by people who are wholey ignorant about what they are doing breeding strategy-wise but they are not concerned with producing a good breed but with selling to the typically low self-esteem JQP that thinks owning a 'rare' or 'unusual' thing means they are unique individuals.
No, these dogs are not ever going to be registerable as 'purebred' by AKC because they are not and never will be purebred - they are specifically designed to have cutsie little names so that they will sell and those breeding them aren't attempting to create another breed that will breed true in characteristic for decades to come, they are only interested in selling puppies in the here and now. They use the misinformation that mixes are healthier or have better temperaments when nothing is farther from the truth but since the majority of JQP is ignorant regarding these things, all they have to do is make the claim and JQP will believe them. Just like used car salesmen's claims, they won't be checked or anything, just believed because the ignorant WANT to believe as it makes them feel better. No one that has spent the exhorbadent price on a mutt that these people charge will have anything but great things to say since to do otherwise would be to denegrate themselves and their ignorant purchase decision. When people buy purebreds from puppy millers like Kimbertal and back yard greeders that abound all over the internet and that is pointed out to them, they get offended and don't believe it - again, to do so is detremental to their sense of self-worth since they base their ego in their possessions. Barnum had it right, even as an understatement - there is one born every day (more like every second!).
add: torbaynewfs got it right! hahaha
2007-09-29 13:25:16 · answer #1 · answered by Nancy M 6 · 5⤊ 0⤋
I think the designer dog craze is a status symbol. People like the attention and because they are sold at such a high price...people think they are getting something really great. I was at my son's football game this morning and there was a couple with about a 5 month old labordoodle puppy. There were crowds of people around this couple ooing and ahhing over this dog. To me, it just looks like a poodle without a haircut and it's tail docked. I always wonder why people don't just go out and get a standard poodle?
People so have the misconception that mixed breeds are heatlhier....so untrue and I just don't get why people think this other than because the BYB and puppy mills have given pure bred dogs a bad reputation. Most pure breds that are unhealthy are from these types of breeders.
2007-09-30 01:59:24 · answer #2 · answered by ♥ Liz ♫ 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have mutts I have NO problem with mutts they are what they are. I could care less if my dog has a paper or not I love them the same. I hate the thought of anyone breeding for profit and not to better a breed.
AKC will never see these mutts as a breed....everyknows what a cockapoo. best known mutt(with dumb name) they have been in shelters for years many shelters list them as this under 'breed'. on their cage cards. it not a breed it just what people know them as. i have heard my whole life that the AKC will take these mutts as breed. how could they they vary to much in size and coat.
i live in a smallish town sadly we now have these 'mutt breeders' going for more then some purebreds and claiming all things that would make the perfect dog. but less heniz 57 farm dog pups as more people seem to getting their animals fixed or adopting.
honesty if i was taken for 500-2000 bucks on a mutt id be upset to....but then the people who get these dogs don't do any research...at all. and then get ticked after the fact.
2007-09-30 01:02:59 · answer #3 · answered by dragonwolf 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think you've almost answered your own question...they are 'designer dogs' and a proportion of society are always going to follow the latest fashions, whether it be clothing, cars, or (unfortunately) animals.
I don't think there is a problem with these crossbreeds as such- if the parents are purebred and of good lines, and the person breeding is sensible and knowledgeable, then some great dogs can be produced. That way, temperament is still fairly predictable, and I would think that there would be a reduced incidence of inherited health problems.
Problem is that a lot of people who own these dogs don't accept that they ARE mongrels, and there are a lot of unscrupulous breeders out there flogging unvetted, poor-quality dogs to the gullible.
Mutts can be great- two of my three are rescued mutts (the third is a rescued purebred who is the perfect example of why puppy millers should be shot) and I wouldn't trade them for the world- but there are far too many being put down in shelters and pounds as it is without people adding to the problem.
2007-09-29 20:45:52 · answer #4 · answered by Loz 6 · 1⤊ 2⤋
I answered a question yesterday about someones new "Chidorkie" (Chihuahua, Doxin, Yorkie) that they bought at a very reputable pet shop yesterday.
I asked "WHY would you ever pay that kind of money for a mutt?"
The person came back with an added comment and an e-mail and told me IT IS NOT A MUTT, it's a NEW Designer Breed.
I laughed so hard that I thought I would pee my pants!
They really do think they're getting some special breed...I'd like to see the sire and dam of that pup - Gee, think it came from a Puppymill somewhere?!
The Mini, Teacup, Mut-a-poo madness needs to be stopped!
2007-09-30 15:41:29 · answer #5 · answered by Yo LO! 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Very good question. I was at the park the other day and someone asked me if my dog was a Goldendoodle. When I said no, but she is also a mutt, half Lab and Irish Wolfhound so I guess you could call her a Laberwolfie. She gave me a big huff and walked away. I think people think if it has a name it's a real breed. My dog is a rescue and I love her to bits pure or otherwise. I also have a purebred dog that I show. I think it's great to have at least one rescue in ones home. All the best;~)
2007-09-29 20:22:10 · answer #6 · answered by SureKat 6 · 6⤊ 0⤋
I agree with you. I think it's ridiculous to get into the 'My pure breed is better than your mutt.' argument. I love my mutt terrier just as much as my mom loves her pure breed bull terrier. She's cute and she loves me for who I am, so why can't I do the same for her.
Edit: Pure breed dogs can be unhealthy. It just depends on where you get them. If you get the puppy from some puppy farm just be careful that you're getting what you pay for and the puppies aren't inbred. You have to know the people or find out if they have a good reputation as a breeder.
2007-09-29 21:54:55 · answer #7 · answered by Christina 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
People want to be special and own special dogs.
Yeah, they're mixed breeds, the only one I saw that I liked was a labradoodle because of the neat coat, but I would not have paid $500 for it! I adopt from the animal shelter.
Hopefully the trend of renaming REAL mutts will take off, like calling your mixed breed whatsis a 'Royal Canadian Water Diver" or whatever. The trend is starting, they're one of a kind dogs, for the adoption price at the shelter.
2007-09-29 20:19:56 · answer #8 · answered by Elaine M 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
I'd also really like to know why people spend so much on a "designer, hybrid maltidachsiyorkipoo", when they could adopt a great dog from a shelter or buy a purebred. I really think people fall for that "newest, rarest, hybrid, designer" breed junk "reputable" breeders are telling them. The same with the whole "teacup, mini" thing. Why someone would pay more for a dog that's gonna have health problems and isn't what it's all cracked up to be is beyond me!
2007-09-29 20:17:38 · answer #9 · answered by Dachshund gal? 4 · 8⤊ 1⤋
They truly believe the "Greeders" who breed these mutts when they say they are an actual breed. They think it's worth the hundreds of dollars they spend to buy them (often even more) They just won;t understand it's a mutt. Even if it's a first mix of 2 pure breds it's a mutt.
I myself have had many mutts over the years. I loved them all dearly, but they were mutts. Now I have 4 pure bred Chihuahua's. Bred Chi to Chi. Not anything else in between.
2007-09-29 21:02:17 · answer #10 · answered by Mr. P's Person 6 · 6⤊ 1⤋