At later ages when placement becomes more of a challenge the responsible breeder will still require notification and an opportunity to take the dog back. (dogplay.com)
This relatively late age of diagnosis is a reminder of how important it is to be aware of milestones that mark a child's development and to act early if a delay is suspected. (nhaimh.org)
Or why make them unable to survive the process well in later age rather than have them be able to endure that pain throughout their life? (religion.blogs.cnn.com)