It is preferable to buy a pet from a breeder than from a shelter

I will save any rebuttals til round three in accordance witthe format. Stipulations, Concessions and DefinitionsI am willing to stipulate that, by breeder, Pro means a reputable breeded as opposed to puppy mills. I think we can both agree that puppy mills are both abhorent and cruel. I am willing to concede that, if one looks at an animal as an investment, then investing with a reputable breeder is the better choice. However, investing in a competition animal does not fit the definition of buying a pet. A pet is not for competition, but for companionship. pet[1]     noun 1. any domesticated or tamed animal that is kept as a companion and cared for affectionately. For those seeking to share their lives with a pet, there are overwhelming reasons to select their new companion from a shelterInitial Arguments1. Humane SolutionThere are so many animals already alive that need loving homes that it is much more humane to bring one home from a shelter than to pay someone to bring more into the world. 2. Hybrid VigorGenetic inferiority is naturally reduced through heterosis[2]. Though it is a charicature, the genetic inferiority of inbred hillbillies has a basis in truth. Inbreeding reinforces not only the desirable traits in a breed, it also reinforces the undesirable traits. Mutts live longer, more vigorous lives[3].3. CostThe cost of a shelter pet is minimal in comparison to a bred animal. As a matter of fact, the shelter where I got my cats gave me a refund of all but ten dollars when I brought back proof from my veterinarian that the animal was neutered and had its shots. 4. Population ControlThe fourth argument is related to my first argument and my basis for the third argument, and that is population control. Most animal shelters either neuter the animals or require neutering as a prerequisite of adoption. This helps to ensure that there will be less unwanted animals in the future. Though there are a tremendous number of no-kill shelters in the country, there are still shelters that have a policy of putting down unwanted animals. Neutering animals reduces the need to put down any animal. On the contray, breeders increase the amount of animals in the world and they generally do it on spec, meaning they have to sell the animals to make their busines profitable. And make no mistake, breeding is a business. It is done for money. Rescue shelters are non-profit or not-for-profit. They are done for love of the animals.5. PersonalityThe personality of my pets are my favorite aspect of sharing my life with them. The strength of personality is as varied as the genetic background of the animal, and also benefits from heterosis. Even with hybrid animals, major genetic characteristics shine through, so it is easy enough to select a pet based on expected personality traits.6. Genetic background can be discernedFinally, for those who want to know the genetic background of their animal, it is easy to determine with a simple cheek swab sent in to a lab. [4]I look forward to my opponents rebuttals and additional supporting arguments. [1] . http://dictionary.reference.com...[2] . http://en.wikipedia.org...[3] . http://dogtime.com...[4]http://www.wisdompanel.com...