Oh yeah don't get me started on breeding. I blame in most part the breeders of my last two kids for all of the health problems we suffered through (and there were a ton...almost kept me from ever having a dog again, Hallie was definitely divine intervention!). Both the breeders I realized later, hid health problems in the lines and bred for the breed ring mainly which just puts me over the edge. All 3 of my dogs have had exceptional temperaments, but interesting that the healthiest of the three I've had is my little pound puppy with unknown origins.