[Dailydrool] sylvie/dan

[Saraberry at aol.com]

I think it is very difficult for some people to "wait" for the right  dog.  
And to get a good dog from a reputable breeder, there is normally a  wait or 
screening of some kind involved.
 
Yes, there is, but it isn't as bad as you think.  If you have had a  basset 
in the past, you will be at the top of any list.  No one is going to  come 
looking in your drawers to decide if you are a good pet owner.
 
And yes, the best dogs to get from a reputable breeder are often 2 - 3 year  
old dogs that for some reason are not doing well in the showring, but are  
completely housebroken and trained.  Also, occasionally breeders will look  for a 
home for a finished champion and they are also wonderful dogs to  get.  So 
don't always ask about a puppy.
 
As for cost, the difference in cost will add up on the end of the dog's  
life.  Responsible breeders are always testing and screening and studying  
pedigrees to have the healthiest dogs possible. This means they have more costs  
involved.  But skipping some medical problems that can occur with poorly  bred 
dogs as they age is one benefit that should be factored in.  Doesn't  mean that 
all dogs don't often have something occur in old age, but responsible  breeders 
are doing everything they can to prevent known problems from  reoccurring.
 
The connection to a responsible breeder can also not be overlooked.   These 
people open their dogs to you, and they open their lives as well.   They will 
do anything to help in a time of need and will always be there for you  and 
your dogs.
 
Rescue is also an honor and a privilege.  I am one of the first to  say, if 
you can't support a rescue in someway, then don't breed.  Best  scenario is to 
have both.  Afterall, bassets are like potato chips.~
 
Sara*
Bluefence Bassets



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