Summary
In this conversation, Brad and Mike discuss the topic of dog breeding and buying from breeders. They talk about the importance of researching reputable breeders and how to identify puppy mills. They also discuss the issue of scam breeders and the risks of buying dogs from online platforms like Craigslist. The conversation touches on the big business of animal breeding and the world of dog shows. They also share their personal attachment to their pets and the lengths they would go to protect them. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the difference between hair and fur in animals and a future episode idea about keeping pets safe.
Takeaways
Research reputable breeders and look for certifications like AKC or CKC.
Beware of puppy mills and signs such as overbreeding and poor living conditions.
Avoid buying dogs from scam breeders and be cautious of deals that seem too good to be true.
Investigate breeders on social media and seek recommendations from other breeders.
Consider the grooming and maintenance requirements of show dogs before getting involved in dog shows.
Pets can become beloved family members, and many people are willing to go to great lengths to protect them.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Advertisement
00:45 Low Hanging Fruit Jokes
01:41 Lady Attached to Car Hood
02:31 Dog Breeding and Buying from Breeders
03:55 Identifying Puppy Mills
05:11 Researching Reputable Breeders
06:10 Avoiding Scam Breeders
07:10 Researching Breeders on Facebook
08:31 Beware of Duplicate Breeders
10:15 Facebook's Inaction on Scam Breeders
11:00 The Big Business of Animal Breeding
12:16 Dog Shows and Show Dogs
13:22 Investing in the Hobby of Dog Breeding
14:31 The Emotional Attachment to Pets
15:35 Protecting Pets at All Costs
17:18 Considering Dog Show Competitions
18:18 Hair vs Fur in Animals
20:18 Wrap-up and Future Episode Idea
