[bliss7373]

I would not get one of these puppies, especially after your last experience.

I want to be clear - I don't think it is wrong to rescue. To the contrary, I think it can be a wonderful thing. My deceased girl was a rescue and she was a phenomenal bitch. But you do run the same risk of health and temperament issues rescuing an ill-bred pup as you do buying directly from a BYB. Yes, the shelter can ensure better socialization, more time with mom - but they can't change genetics. In your situation, that may not be a risk you can afford to take.

It's much less risky, in my opinion, to rescue an adult from an ethical group. In that case, you should have a better idea of what that dog's temperament is, what physical problems it faces, etc. You'll know whether you're equipped to cope with any issues the dog has and whether you want a potential "project."

I absolutely disagree with any contention that rescue is immoral - you are not putting money in the pockets of BYBs and there is a difference. But I also disagree with the idea that you should always rescue - there is nothing wrong with wanting a well-bred pup from a COE breeder.