[Mr Rogers]

I’ve got a pound mutt, a rescued Aussie, and a purebred Border Collie. I try to steer folks to consider adopting from a shelter/rescue, but PETA wants to destroy breeds. They think a Border Collie working sheep is an abused slave of fascist humans, not a dog doing what it loves. My BC won’t work sheep, but he’s NOT abused in any way.

[Mr Rogers]

BTW - I’m not an AKC fan, but I LOATHE PETA!

[rintense]

Oh geez, these PETA nuts have no clue about dog breeds. Border Collie's are herding dogs. They are pre-wired to do it and aren't happy unless they're doing some form of herding, whether its other animals, kids, or simply chasing balls. My Belgian is exactly the same. He is bred for herding sheep (his father was a champion at herding, agility, tracking and obedience). He herds other dogs at the dog park, as it evident by the high pitched bark he throws from his throat when chasing them. He's tried to herd kids, goats and cows too. It is simply who he is.

I find it ironic that these PETA jackasses are likely the same liberals who say 'gays are born that way' and we should respect that. If 'born that way' is good enough for gays, then its good enough for my dog, damn it.

If and when I get another Belgian, it will be through a rescue. Don't think I'll ever get another puppy- forgot how much work they are!