We talk about the evil wages of hate but seldom about those of love. People love those flat little anthropomorphic faces, often very fiercely. That love creates demand for an unhealthy creature by the millions. This particular love has proven wide spread and enduring.<p>It was never about whether the motive is hate or love, both are correct in their place. It was always about the short- or farsightedness of their pursuit. We're probably just not farsighted enough to freely make those cute dogs rare.
Not only are they prone to genetic disorders, a lot of purebred dogs (frenchies) get stolen at gunpoint here in Los Angeles, because people are willing to pay thousands of dollars for them.
Likewise, Dachshunds have a high risk of IVDD, due to the load they carry in their back, especially when jumping off of higher areas (ie, couch or bed).