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I bet you'll find a mixed bag, Truman. I've learned that when I want a
performance animal, whether dog or horse, it's best for me to look for the
best breeder and purchase a prospect from them because a.) I want to support
good breeding and b.) I want a good animal that has been bred for the whole
package: conformation, health, temperament and ability. (I've seen too many
beautiful physical specimens that have other problems.) An animal is worth
what an animal is worth -- and when the price is right for value received,
I'll happily pay that. I've passed over plenty with some market driven high
price tag and some that had too many strings attached (mostly breed back
clauses). It takes time, but I think it's worth it for a performance animal.

Now, if I just need/want/have the space for a companion animal or a buddy
horse, I'll go to rescues/shelters/auctions. And the animal will get a very
happy home. :-)

Deanna



Truman wrote:
> Works of wisdom to give us pause to think. Another thing to ponder is, "are
> endurance riders in general more prone to get a "pound dog" that spend big
> bucks to a breeder or worse a puppy mill?"

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