Do you not think that some people might just want a dog for a pet? I have had dogs in the family ever since I was born and to me by far the most important trait for any dog is its nature. Who cares about improving bloodlines (apart from those minority of dog owners who are into showing of course). Personally I wouldn't care if the dog had two heads and five legs as long as it was good with my kids. And as for the unwanted dog issue - why would the owner of the bitch go to the lengths of contacting me and arranging the mating unless they really wanted a litter? Would they then go and put the puppies in a sack and take them to the nearest canal? I think not. Basil is not, and never will be a stud dog. He is a pet and part of the family. One litter will be it. Please don't lecture me as all I want to do is carry on the line of a very loved pet.