This one got through to me through the rescue email list. I haven't
read the article in its entirety, and only know the information that was
given below.

"Please read the article below. It is from an article in AARP giving
advice to seniors on what they could do with their tax refund. If you
disagree with the article, please consider writing a note to:


Excerpt from the article:

Bring Home a Best Friend A puppy's floppy ears and oversized paws won't
just tug at your heartstrings. A pooch can provide companionship and
encourage you to exercise.You could get a pup free at the animal
shelter, but you won't be sure if you'll have Toto or Marmaduke when the
dog matures. If you want specific characteristics, consider a
thoroughbred. You'll pay $750 to $1,500 or more for a pure-bred dog.
Spring for one with great bloodlines and champion ancestors, and he may
even earn a few bucks occasionally; stud fees range from $250 to $750.
Now's a great time to buy, as many breeders time their litters to arrive
in the spring, says breeder Linda Ciocci of New Haven, Connecticut.
Also, it's easier to train a puppy with lots of warm weather ahead.
While at the breeder's, spend time with the pup's parents (the mother,
at least) and siblings to see how the breed behaves, advises Gail
Miller, a spokesperson for the American Kennel Club in New York City.
Three gentle, easy-to-train breeds: the Portuguese water dog (active and
won't shed), the Yorkshire terrier (small and intelligent), and the
greyhound (mellow and large). See dogbreedinfo.com or the American
Kennel Club's website for more information."

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Suja