| This article provides useful, detailed information about | | | | particular species. Standards vary wildly and usually |
| German Shepherd Breeders. | | | | depend on who you ask. What matters when you |
| Good German shepherd breeders will ask questions. | | | | talk to the breeder is that he or she has his or her |
| They want to know why you want a German | | | | own set of opinions regarding what makes a good |
| shepherd dog and they\'ll ask for a veterinary | | | | German shepherd and what does not.Most important, |
| reference to investigate how well you can take care | | | | a good breeder encourages you to make multiple |
| of your other pets. But you need to be curious, | | | | visits to let the puppy get to know you better, prior |
| too.Check out your breeder by visiting his | | | | to you taking it home. A good breeder will also |
| homewhere most good breeders keep dogs and | | | | require proof from your landlord or condominium |
| treat them as members of the family. The dog\'s | | | | board stating that you\'re allowed to have companion |
| environment should be clean and well maintained. | | | | animals in your home. And he\'ll want to know which |
| Dogs should be happy to meet people, and not shy | | | | family member will be responsible for care. Finally, he |
| away from visitors. He should also breed only one or | | | | will ask you to sign a contract stating that in the |
| two types of dogs, and be well aware of \'breed | | | | event you cannot keep or care for your dog, you will |
| standards\'. Breed standards are a very complex set | | | | return it to the breeder. If your breeder meets these |
| of physical and mental characteristics that the kennel | | | | standards, you\'re in the right place to find your new |
| clubs believe comprise the ideal specimen of a | | | | friend. |