| Buying your dog from responsible toy poodle | | | | cute toy poodle that needs a home and that's all that |
| breeders assures you of more value for your money. | | | | matters. On the contrary, you NEED to know a |
| Puppy mills and unscrupulous breeders abound that | | | | puppy's (or a full grown toy poodle if you'd rather |
| may initially save you up to a few hundred dollars. | | | | have that) "history". It may look "normal" upon |
| Don't be deceived though because in the long run, | | | | purchase but in a few months' time, your cute fur |
| you may spend more on veterinary fees to ensure | | | | ball may go blind, have hip dysplasia or have a serious |
| your toy poodle's health. | | | | bleeding disorder that may not only be debilitating to |
| Like all dog breeds, the quality of a toy poodle | | | | your pup but will cost quite a dent on your pockets |
| depends on its genetic make up and the initial | | | | too. |
| treatment of the breeder from the time it was born | | | | Toy poodle breeders that matter are those whose |
| until it is sold. Go ahead and feel free to ask | | | | primary concern is the welfare of the dog. Money |
| questions. A responsible toy poodle breeder will give | | | | does count but it is not the end all and be all for |
| you prompt answers including supporting documents | | | | them. They will not just dispose of their litter to the |
| as proof. They can easily give you information | | | | highest bidder but they would rather that these |
| regarding the dam and sire, and even the pup's | | | | animals find homes where they will be properly taken |
| grandparents. | | | | cared of and bring mutual joy for the pup and its |
| Some would say these are unnecessary - I see a | | | | owner (or owners). |