Do you think mixed breeds/designer dogs are healthier than pure bred dogs?
Let’s see…. Dog A: A purebred from a reputable breeder. Parents have had all their health/genetic testings prior to breeding. Puppy’s parents have always had regular vet visits, and the puppies have been checked out multiple times by a vet since they were born. Even though the risk is lowered (since the parents have been tested for such issues), you also know the set of health issues to watch for within the breed. Dog B: A mutt. Parents were either ‘pets’ or it came from a puppymill. No health testings were performed. The puppy’s parents and the puppies may or may not have seen a vet [ever]. Instead of having one breed’s set of possible genetic health issues, now you have a multitude of possibilities. Now which is more likely to be healthier? (Here’s a hint: The answer is “Dog A”.) EDIT: RE: “It doesn’t really matter it depends on if the breeder is good” > There are no “good breeders” of mutts. RE: ” I feel that any dog no matter what breed can be healthy with the right care.” > That
