We Put Our Name in the Hat!

Jonney · All Grown Up

We Put Our Name in the Hat!

PawPrint · Smitten by Boxers

Jonney, is that the entire litter?
If so, were both parents white?

Jonney · All Grown Up

PawPrint wrote:

Jonney, is that the entire litter?
If so, were both parents white?

Yes, both are white. GRRRRRRRRR!

It is our policy when pups are surrendered that we push as hard as we can to get the breeders to alter the breeding pair, as a requirement for us taking in the pups.

Naturally we can't *force this to be done, and if they don't capitulate, we have to decide if we are going to refuse the pups or take them and be positive they get responsible homes. It can be a hard call. We want to stop as much irresponsible breeding as we can, but not everyone is willing to be educated.

In this case it seems like whoever handled the breeders' call did a great job; and they were willing to learn. As I mentioned, they have agreed to alter the sire and dam. On top of that they have been very accountable in that they have had the tails docked and have foot the bill for all the vaccinations etc up to this date.

I would call this a *win* for the good guys!

Jonney · All Grown Up

PawPrint wrote:

Jonney, is that the entire litter?
If so, were both parents white?

As far as I know, this is the entire litter. No one has said differently, but that doesn't mean I was passed all the information.

BluStorm · Grand Champion

Ah they sure are cute... I hope you get the one you want...

PawPrint · Smitten by Boxers

I agree. Trying to educate irresponsible breeders is about the best you can do. It is one of the reasons I have been so public with my Boxers over the years. And of course a good reason for this public board. Those that have been on this forum for a while definitely know what constitutes a responsible breeder and what does not.

And now you have shared a good example of a breeder that bred two white Boxers and obviously cannot take care of the litter. I am thrilled that at least they will be placed responsibly and spayed/neutered.

BoxersnMinis · Congratulations!

Definitely a win-win situation if the parents are spayed and neutered. Hope you get little girl #3 to foster.

BoxerSue · Congratulations!

Wow!!! So many of them have markings very similar to my Lacey girl. They are each adorable!!!!! Whichever one you get will be a lucky foster pup!!!

SemisweetVixen · All Grown Up

Oh, wow - congrats! Sounds like great news!! I'm glad you're doing your best to educate people on responsible breeding - how wonderful! And the pups are just gorgeous... #3 & #6 are my favs. Good luck in getting the little girl you're seeking! And again, kudos to you for what you're doing!! :)