[ SHOWGSD-L ] Veterinarian speaks out on PETA & Westminister
- From: stormy435 <stormy435@xxxxxxx>
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- Date: Mon, 19 Jan 2009 08:30:03 -0800
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Veterinarian speaks out on PETA & Westminister
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Thank you Libbye Miller DVM for stating:
"Adorable mixed breeds" get cancer, epilepsy, allergies, heart
disease, and
orthopedic problems just like purebreds. I see it every day in my
veterinary
practice but mixed breed dogs aren't tracked like the purebreds so
they have
a reputation as "healthier" that is actually undeserved in many cases."
It is so sad that a lot of folks, including young veterinarians these
days,
buy into the "hybrid vigor" baloney. The vet schools have been
infiltrated
by the Animal Rights Extremists, who are teaching them this junk
science in
order to push their agenda.
All animals have a certain amount of genetic load, which is to say
there is
absolutely no animal without some genetic problem of some sort of
another.
Know anyone who wears glasses? Has allergies? Thyroid problems? Weak
knees?
Flat feet? A skin condition? Arthritis? A gap between their front
teeth?
These are all genetic imperfections.
No human is genetically "clean." Neither is any individual of any
species on
earth. So this idea that dogs should not be bred because they might
have a
genetic problem, and that breeders are somehow "evil" for breeding
them, is
ridiculous. Every single individual of every single species has at
least a
few genetic conditions.
To use PeTA's logic, all breeding of all kinds (including having human
babies) should halt immediately. And to be honest, Ingrid Newkirk (the
woman
who founded PeTA) does believe exactly that. She thinks that humans
should
become extinct, along with dogs, cats, etc. This ridiculous scenario is
precisely what she would like to see happen.
So folks, if that is what you want...if you agree with Ingrid Newkirk's
whacky views, send your hard earned money to PeTA. They will help to
ensure
you are not able to own a dog or cat or hamster or any other pet in the
future. They will see to it that you can't eat meat or fish or eggs or
any
type of animal-based nutrition. They will work to shut down places
like Sea
World, the zoos, etc. so you cannot observe the many wonderful animals
on
the Earth. Eventually, once they accomplish these things, they may turn
their efforts to making it illegal for humans to procreate.
If you don't agree with their extremist views, wise up and start
supporting
those who truly do love, care for and enjoy interaction with other
species
here on our little blue planet.
The fanciers of the breeds, those you see exhibiting their dogs at
Westminster and other dog shows, work very hard to eliminate serious
genetic
conditions. They screen their breeding stock with every available
test. They
research pedigrees before breeding into other lines, to check for
similar
clearances in those animals. They contribute money to research
organizations
to further the work being done to track down genetic problems. They
contribute blood, cell samples, etc. from their own animals to help
with DNA
and genome studies. They have made great progress so far, and they
continue
to work hard at it.
Are there unethical breeders? Certainly, there are. Just as in any
group of
humans, you will find the good and the bad. United States VP Elect Joe
Biden, for example, managed to find a not so good one when he got his
new
German Shepherd puppy. I don't know who did his research for him, but
they
obviously didn't do their homework if they were looking for a
responsible
breeder. Joe has the right to get his dog from whomever he wishes, but
if he
was trying to set an example of purchasing from a responsible hobby
breeder
he went off the track this time. That's too bad, but it was his choice.
Unfortunately, breeders like that may be a lot easier to find because
of
their high volume and high profile. If you are looking for a nice
family pet
from a breeder who will be there for you forever, you need to do due
diligence. You won't get that from a pet store. You won't get that
from the
guy selling dogs out of his pickup truck in the WalMart parking lot.
You
won't get that support from a high-volume breeder, either. Yes, it
takes a
little more time and effort to find someone who really cares and does
all
the work to breed the healthiest, happiest puppies possible and then
stands
behind those puppies.
This is a living being that will be part of your family, hopefully,
for many
years. Isn't it worth a bit of effort to find a breeder who will be
there
for you and that puppy forever?
And guess what? Shows like Westminster are a very valuable resource for
finding breeders who do care and who use the best possible practices,
as
well as for learning more about the various breeds.
Bravo to USA Network for broadcasting the Westminster Kennel Club show
all
these years. May they enjoy continued success through the ongoing
inclusion
of such programs. I will be eagerly watching this year's show!"
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