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[–] 34 points 1 year ago (5 children)

I have nothing but hate for people that breed problem dogs. Not just talking aggression. But a lot of races have very known medical problems.

Small short dogs very often get back problems. E.g. Corgis, yes they look cute. But very soon they will live in a world of chronic pain. That's not cool.

Don't even get me started on pugs or Chihuahuas...

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    No. I will continue to be more upset over the animals we breed and keep in chronic, prolonged pain over the span of 12-15 years for no other reason than our own entertainment. Than I am over animals we raised for slaughter.

    That doesn't mean i think cattle should be kept in deplorable conditions or be exposed to unnecessary stress.

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    Or the less insane idea of not breeding them in the first place.

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  • [–] 1 point 1 year ago (1 child)

    Generally agreeing, but as a Corgi owner just a small correction: They are short in height but have a long body. It's not a problem if the breed is small, the proportions have to be right.

    Corgis, although at the border to a problematic ratio, the breed lines I'm accustomed with are still fine(Europe). Corgis tend to have back problems when not properly prevented their whole life - avoiding downward stairs, restricting jumping or anything in the direction of dog sports made for Aussies, etc. But due to their stockier build they are pretty robust against the typical problems you see in Dachshunds for example. It also helps that they're not hopelessly mis-bred yet

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