| Puppy mills, pet stores, shelters and dog breeders are | | | | are due, how to feed the puppy and give some tips |
| the most common sources of new pets for most | | | | on toilet training. Some breeders offer a ONE year |
| people. Professional dog breeders are perhaps the | | | | guarantee against genetic diseases. Breeders are |
| best source for buying a dog. Dog breeders are the | | | | required to keep documentation of the history of |
| clearly the best source to obtain purebred dogs. | | | | their breeding animals to ensure pedigrees are |
| Dog breeders are easy to find. However, a good, | | | | accurate. Good dog breeders are usually dedicated |
| reputable dog breeder is not so easy to find. Dog | | | | enthusiasts of a particular breed, their only aim in |
| breeders are those who carefully mate selected | | | | producing a litter being to improve and better their |
| members of the same breed of dog in order for | | | | breed in terms of temperament, health and |
| them to reproduce puppies who have the same kinds | | | | conformation. |
| of physical traits as well as personality characteristics | | | | However, it's not as simple as it may sound and all |
| and qualities. Good dog breeders are usually dedicated | | | | breeders are not equal. You will find the best dog |
| enthusiasts of a particular breed, their only aim in | | | | breeders have spent years upon years studying their |
| producing a litter being to improve and better their | | | | chosen breed (normally after years of owning them). |
| breed in terms of temperament, health and | | | | Good dog breeders are normally themselves |
| conformation. Good dog breeders are normally | | | | mentored by other good breeders who are often |
| themselves mentored by other good breeders who | | | | even more experienced and knowledgeable about |
| are often even more experienced and knowledgeable | | | | the chosen breed. Unethical breeders care little for |
| about the chosen breed. | | | | the dogs they breed, and they don't give a hoot |
| All individuals wanting to know what responsible dog | | | | about the problems that they 'pass on' to the |
| breeders are and how they are supposed to conduct | | | | unsuspecting buyer (which may only manifest |
| themselves should take the time to peruse the | | | | themselves later in the dog's life). Some unethical |
| various breed clubs that exist for the dog of choice | | | | breeders are also referred to as puppy farmers and |
| and carefully read their code of ethics. Most dog | | | | backyard breeders. |
| breeders are honest people who truly care about the | | | | Take a look at breeder guidelines set out by dog |
| dogs that they are breeding and selling to others. | | | | clubs and societies such as the Kennel Club, and |
| Honest dog breeders are those who would be willing | | | | Breeders Charters which sites like ask any breeders |
| to answer truthfully all the questions that you may | | | | wishing to list with them to adhere to. Most good |
| have regarding the dog of your choice. First, | | | | dog breeders have a waiting list so be prepared to |
| successful and reputable dog breeders are in the | | | | wait for a pup. |
| business because they love the dogs they work with. | | | | In conclusion, take your time and do some thorough |
| Some designer dog breeders are in purely for profit. | | | | research on dog breeders. Some dog breeders are in |
| Reputable breeders are the best option if you're | | | | purely for profit. Most successful and reputable dog |
| looking for a purebred puppy. Breeders can advise | | | | breeders are in the business because they love the |
| the new owner on the health of the pup, provide a | | | | dogs they work with. Good luck with choosing your |
| vaccination certificate and advise when next needles | | | | puppy! |