| Dog behavior problems can start with a breeder | | | | problems within the breed? |
| Dog behavior problem is very often associated with | | | | - What is the average lifespan for this breed? |
| certain breeds and it is very important that future | | | | - What temperament problems can be encountered? |
| dog owner do little bit of homework before getting | | | | - Is it an easy breed to train and housebreak? |
| his first dog. Many dog behavior problems can be | | | | - Is the breed good with children and towards other |
| avoided if right people choose right breed. For | | | | dogs? |
| example, so-called "macho guys" are more suitable | | | | - What type of contract conditions and guarantees |
| for more aggressive breeds (Pit bull, Doberman, | | | | are involved in the sale of the puppy? |
| Rottweiler etc.) while more quite and mellow guys will | | | | - Do they have any references from previous |
| be better for more "friendly" breeds (Golden | | | | customers? |
| Retrievers, Border Collies, etc.) | | | | A personal recommendation from a satisfied owner is |
| So first step, after choosing the breed is to talk to | | | | an excellent way to find a reputable breeder. You |
| breeder. That is the place where some of dog | | | | should ask any of your dog-owning friends, a |
| behavior problems can start. These are some of the | | | | veterinarian or your chosen breed clubs. They may |
| questions you should ask breeder, before you decide | | | | have a client who breeds and would know about the |
| to buy from him: | | | | quality of the pups or they can, at least, give you |
| - How long have they been breeding this breed? | | | | useful information what to look for when buying |
| - How many different breeds do they have? | | | | puppy. Somebody, who already experienced bog |
| - How many litters have they had last year and | | | | behavior problem with certain breed, can give you |
| altogether? | | | | lots of tips how to deal with the problem. |
| - Are there any and what are the most significant | | | | |