Then, you have come to the best place to start. (If you just can't wait to get to it, visit our ACE Referral Program page now!)
The fact is that we live in an entirely too fast paced world where 'now' is all that matters. This prevailing attitude has affected the market in every sector as companies and individuals try to meet demand to make things better, stronger and, most importantly, faster. As consumers, that means that we purchase more on impulse, do less research and spend less time concerned with the long-term impact of our purchases. It also means that consumers on the whole place much less value on the things they buy.
No where is this more shockingly evident then in animal shelters and rescues across North America. You don't have to look far to find more information on pet control issues.
This is not the place for scary statistics and sad tales.
This is the place where you can actually do something about it.
In the world of companion animals, consumers have all of the power. It is one of those rare cases of a system that is purely driven by supply and demand and nothing else. No political agendas, no religious affiliations. Just pure commerce. Together, we can make a difference!
You won't find the breed standards listed here. Our focus is purely on you, the consumer, and there are 2 things that you need to know:
Where did the animal come from? How can I be sure that I am dealing with a reputable source?
We can answer these questions for you through our unique Animal Companion Excellence (ACE) Program.