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6 Reasons I Support Great Pyrenees Rescue

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Great Pyrenees rescue is something I've always been passionate about. Here are six reasons I support rescue and the stories behind them.

Recently, I shared my thoughts on finding a reputable dog breeder and why I believe they’re important.

Today, I’m going to share why reputable rescues are extremely important as well. I’ve come across sketchy rescues over the years. Rescues that pocket the money they get for the dogs rather than using it for their care. Rescues that don’t have the dog’s best interest in mind.

Some people encounter a rescue like this, have a bad experience, and then swear off rescues. Here are six reasons I support dog rescue, and why I think you should too.

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Breeding Great Pyrenees: Does Job Matter?

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Pet, show dog, or livestock guardian - does breeding matter? Here are tips for choosing a breeder and considerations for breeding Great Pyrenees.

Adopt don’t shop.

I’m sure everyone has heard this phrase encouraging people to rescue rather than purchase dogs from breeders or pet stores. I’m going to say something controversial–I don’t agree with it.

Do I think there is a rescue dog out there for the majority of people? Yes.

Do I think there are far too many people breeding? Yes.

Do I push adoption over the purchasing of dogs? Yes.

If I’m saying yes to all of these questions, then why can’t I get behind “adopt don’t shop”? To me, the answer is simple: Without people responsibly breeding Great Pyrenees, the breed I love and am extremely passionate about would cease to exist.

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