[I<3MyBabies]

Why do these breeders all have to come from the ACBA? Just out of curiosity. If they existed outside of it, would that make them inconsequential? Or could good be done by them?

Just to clarify, I know you are specifically talking about cavies. I however, have been talking about the principal of breeding in general. Not just with cavies, but with all species.

"No, it doesn't. The moment I found out that guinea pigs and other small animals were in the shelters, that's all I needed. It's common sense. You don't need to live it, breath it to empathize and want to make a difference."

This is what I was saying --it obviously brings you sadness to see animals in shelters and animals being put down. It brings me the same sadness.

And whats so wrong with having an ideal, having a dream? Tell me that. I know you are all hard and factual, T, but really think about what the world would be like if no one was willing to step out of the shell that they live in and look beyond what the world is now. Well, African Americans would still sit on the back of a bus. And a woman wouldn't be running for president.

Dreams and ideals are what keeps us moving and growing. You had a dream to save lives --you started Cavy Spirit.

I have a dream that breeders will one day breed for the sake of animal health and longevity. And, I WILL do some research and find a few good breeders. I already know of a few ratteries that I think very much have the right idea.

There is always room for growth, T. Always.