[toobad]

Thanks for the replies so far.

What I meant about working type or show type is ... Some dogs pedigree there parents were champions in show. Others have parents that were champions and titles in example shutzhund. SO, it would seem that there is a difference in pups who come from a strong show or strong working background.

As far a breeding. I am not interested in breeding at this time and not any time in the near future BUT you never know what the future holds. I would never breed with just any dog for the sake of having puppies.

As for the rescue dogs - I have two and I love them both dearly. I have a thread in the vets forum . My boy " Tiny " is dying from cancer. My female has never been alone and she needs a companion.

As for the pups - I understand that no dog is immune to dying or being sick but I also believe that buying a puppy with a strong background will give him a better chance of being healthy, having a good temperment, etc.

Thanks again to all who have replied. I didn't really get the answers I was looking for it was more like answering my question with more questions but I thank those of you who took the time to reply. I'll keep checking back.