Choosing A Responsible Breeder
Author: Simon Harris
It is an exciting time when you get to bring home a new puppy.
He quickly becomes part of your family and you create a bond
with lots of cuddling, trips outside and walks in the park. If
buying from a breeder, you will want to be sure you choose a
responsible breeder versus a backyard breeder (those who are
only breeding for financial benefits).
When shopping for your new dog, there are things you need to
expect from your breeder as well as some things the breeder
will expect from you. If you have found a responsible
breeder—which can be done through references—he or she may come
across as a very nosey person. This is okay, considering that
the nosier breeder, the better!
>From a responsible breeder you can expect to be asked such
things as your work schedule, who lives in the house with you,
what your yard layout is like and the kind of friends you have
that may be visiting you in your home. Although these seem like
personal questions, the breeder cares what kind of home their
puppy may be going to. A breeder who asks no questions and is
just looking for the sale won’t be able to offer you the same
quality and breed of puppies as the responsible breeder will.
Another perk to buying a puppy from a responsible breeder is
that you will be told the lineage that the puppy came from. In
other words, you’ll be privy to the father’s as well as the
mother’s heritage, and will be given the papers to prove it.
This can be an important aspect of buying a puppy because
personalities, as well as health issues, are generally
hereditary, and it’s nice to be certain that your puppy is from
good stock. Most of the time, a backyard breeder or pet store
simply won’t offer this type of information. In addition, pet
store puppies usually come from a puppy mill—a relative
breeding farm—and they are sold on a first come, first serve
basis. Questions aren’t asked of the buyer and no attention is
paid to the puppy’s welfare.
A responsible breeder will also expect the buyer to have
questions and concerns of their own. A buyer should not be
afraid to ask questions about this new life you will be taking
into your home. Here are a few things you should ask your
breeder about as well as some expectations that you should
have:
· Is there a signed veterinary health certificate, plus a
written health guarantee from the breeder, including one
against congenital defects?
· Are ACVO eye screening and OFA or Penn Hip certificates
completed, to avoid any future problems with the puppies?
· Does the breeder have a written contract available for you to
sign, specifying the rights of the seller and also the breeder’s
rights?
· Is all health information available and up to date?
· Can the breeder provide AKC or CKC registration papers on the
puppy?
· What is the lineage of the puppies? A responsible breeder
should be able to tell you lineage from generations back, as
well as giving you a family tree of the puppy.
Responsible breeders will be able to help you find the puppy
that is right for you and will be happy to give you tips on
raising and caring for your new bundle of joy. As long as you
find a responsible breeder, it’s a sure thing that you’ll find
the perfect puppy.
This article courtesy of
http://www.train-your-pup.net
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