In this no-holds-barred episode, we dig into the dark underbelly of the breeding world that few are willing to talk about—like the quiet practice of culling puppies who aren’t “perfect” and the disturbing standards that prioritize aesthetics over lives.

We also ask the tough question: Why are breeders so angry at rescue advocates? The backlash is real, and in this episode, we unpack where that defensiveness comes from—and why it only reinforces the problem.

And let’s not forget the classic excuse: “We’re preserving the breed.” It’s a line we’ve heard over and over—but from the rescue side, we call BS. Because we do see their dogs in shelters. We do take in their discards. And no matter how ethical the branding, it all adds to the same heartbreaking crisis.

Whether it’s backyard breeders or those hiding behind health testing and fancy titles, the truth is uncomfortable: breeding dogs, no matter how it’s packaged, contributes to the overwhelming overpopulation we’re battling every single day.

If you’ve ever been told “not all breeders,” this one’s for you. Because when you’re in rescue, you know exactly who gets left behind.