Sometimes I mention ferret stuff on one of my dog list - now the reverse is true - breeding dogs/ferrets/cats - most responsible dog breeders will take back puppies. The breeder has a contract saying if you need to give up the dog, return the dog to her. My dog's breeder took back two puppies she bred - one because the owners were moving, second because the dog was missing two teeth (not good for conformation showing). Both dogs were placed in new, forever homes. So, if you breed, you should be willing to care for the animal returned to you. Nan and Jubal and Early (and Chance a Belgian Sheepdog) [Posted in FML issue 4412]