On your reason 2...why not wait and let the breed come to you? It's best not to force a breed. Some of them are really pretty but don't have the personality you're after...some are too dumb...take into consideration space, feed, etc. What time constraints do you have? Do you have a breed you are pining for? I've learned it's better to wait for something you really want than to try everything and become discouraged because your heart isn't in it.

