I'm sorry if this topic has been addressed before, but I am confused with the comments of some people I've talked to about getting a cockapoo.
I like to do my homework before getting anything new and a new puppy is no exception. I've spoken to lots of people about getting a dog and everyone has there opinion about which breeds are best - fair enough.
When we decided to get a poodle cross (because of my daughter's allergies) I have been surprised by the number of comments I've had about them being a "Trendy Designer Dog" asking why I'm paying so much money for a mongrel and why don't we get a rescue dog?
My response with regards to getting a rescue dog has been that I'd like to know the dog's history and make sure that I don't get a dog with any issues. On the cost, surely the cost to raise a litter of puppies is similar whether it's a pedigree or not.
I assume others have had these discussions too and would be pleased to hear what's been said so that I can dismiss these do-gooders with quick, witty, one-liner.
I like to do my homework before getting anything new and a new puppy is no exception. I've spoken to lots of people about getting a dog and everyone has there opinion about which breeds are best - fair enough.
When we decided to get a poodle cross (because of my daughter's allergies) I have been surprised by the number of comments I've had about them being a "Trendy Designer Dog" asking why I'm paying so much money for a mongrel and why don't we get a rescue dog?
My response with regards to getting a rescue dog has been that I'd like to know the dog's history and make sure that I don't get a dog with any issues. On the cost, surely the cost to raise a litter of puppies is similar whether it's a pedigree or not.
I assume others have had these discussions too and would be pleased to hear what's been said so that I can dismiss these do-gooders with quick, witty, one-liner.
