Should I get my dog from a breeder or a shelter?

AuthorAppiah, Kwame Anthony
PositionEthical Dilemma - Column - Brief article

I got my dog from a reputable breeder. Is this ethical? I sometimes feel guilty that I didn't adopt a shelter dog instead.

--Anonymous

ANSWER There is much to be said for adopting a shelter dog, but taking on a pet you don't want isn't the way to do it. As a dog lover who worries about abandoned animals, however, you probably should contribute to organizations that may reduce...

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