12/02/2025
Adopting a Retired Breeder Isn’t a Rescue ❤️🐾
I want to talk about something honestly, because people misunderstand this a lot. When someone adopts a retired breeding dog from me — or from any responsible breeder — they are not rescuing that dog.
These dogs weren’t unloved.
They weren’t forgotten.
They weren’t living anything close to a hard life.
They’ve been cared for, spoiled, and genuinely known their entire lives. 💗
💛 My Adults Aren’t “Just Breeders” — They’re My Babies
At Heart Rocks Poms, my adults are part of my family.
I know every quirk, every silly habit, their favorite treats, what makes them excited, and what calms them down. They’ve shared my bed, my couch, my porch, and more than a few quiet moments when life felt heavy.
And when one of them eventually crosses over the rainbow bridge…
I feel that loss just as deeply as if they were still curled up next to me.
Breeding isn’t always easy — the goodbyes, the tough decisions, the unexpected heartbreaks — but the life they live in between is absolutely priceless. 🌈💔💛
💗 Why They Retire
When one of my adults retires, it’s not because they’re unwanted or “used up.”
It’s because they’ve completed their role in my program, and now they deserve to be the center of someone’s world. 🏡💕
Even though I love them with everything in me, a busy breeding home still can’t give the same level of one-on-one attention a quiet family can. So placing a retired adult isn’t rescue — it’s respect. It’s love. It’s doing what’s best for them.
🐾 Rescue vs. Retired — Two Very Different Things
Rescue dogs often come from tough places. They truly need saving and a second chance.
My retired adults come from a life of comfort, safety, and love — and they’re simply moving into another home that will continue that same care. They aren’t being saved…
they’re being celebrated.
On top of my retiring adults, I also have a couple of younger boys available right now.
