[deborahtucker]

As stated before, I was desperate. I did not buy with the intention of having pups. I will not "cull out" pups that do not show the herding instinct. I have already found one good home with a lady that will have the puppy spayed. I will have a contract requiring spaying or neutering, and requiring the new owner to contact me before rehoming a dog that is not working out for them. I would bring the dog back home until I could find it another good home. Yes, I am prepared to do that.

As to the fencing, I used what I had and could afford at the time. I already had the posts, wire, and charger. The dogs were an instant decision - I know, not the best - but I needed something immediately and the price was what I could afford, much less than refencing. I do have financial considerations considering that 1. I just purchased this home 2. I am a widow raising 2 young boys alone. I'm not trying for sympathy, just stating facts. They lady I bought them from, allowed me to bring them home after writing more than one check for her to deposit over time. I couldn't do that with a fence. I will be refencing after my tax return comes in.

As I stated before, I brough mom home on Dec 23. She did NOT get pregnant in my possession! I am not the irresponsible breeder. I am someone trying to do the best I can with what I handed. At least, I'm doing what I can for these pups, and will do my best to place them in responsible homes. I am requiring vet references on anyone who wants a puppy. If these do not check out, they don't get a pup. I will not take them to our local shelter - they are terrible. I did take some of the dogs there that killed my animals, but I didn't want to keep them as stated before, I have 2 young children.

I have said all I can say. Shoot me if you want, but I'm trying to do what is right by mom and pups, and the other dog as well.