Bringing home a new dog or puppy is always an exciting time. You cuddle it, take it to the park for walks and trips outside and soon a bond is formed and it becomes a part of your life and family. Make sure you are buying from a responsible breeder because there are many backyard breeders who breed only for financial gain.
While choosing a new puppy there are some things that the breeder expects from you as well as a few things that you should expect from the breeder. One way of finding a responsible breeder is through reference. You might find that he/she is slightly nosy. This is actually a good thing because they say the nosier the breeder, the better he/she is.
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A few of the many questions that a breeder may ask is - what is your yard layout, what kind of friends visit you, what your work schedule is and who all live in your house with you. These may sound like nosy questions but they are asked only so the breeder knows what sort of home environment their puppy may be entering. Rest assured, a breeder who does not ask any questions at all and is only concerned about making a sale probably would not be able to provide the same breed and quality of puppies that a responsible breeder can.
Knowledge about the lineage of the puppy is important information and a good breeder should provide you with this. As a result, you will know all about the puppies father and mother and their heritage and will also have papers proving this. Health issues as well as personalities are usually hereditary and ar important aspects while buying a puppy. This is because it is always good to know about the puppy's history and confirm that it is from good stock. More often than not pet stores and backyard breeders never offer you this kind of information. Moreover, puppies from pet stores usually hail from puppy mills- a breeding farm- and sales are made on first come first serve basis. Absolutely no importance is given to the welfare of the puppy and no questions are asked of the person buying.
A responsible breeder, in turn, expects questions and concerns from the buyer. The buyer should not hesitate to make inquiries about the new member they might take home. Here are some things you should keep in mind and ask of the breeder while purchasing your puppy.
1. A signed veterinary health certificate as well as a health guarantee including a guarantee against congenital defects should be provided by the breeder.
2. Completed Penn Hip or OFA certificates as well as completed ACVO eye screening to avoid problems with the puppy in the future.
3. A written contract specifying rights of the breeder as well as the seller, duly signed by you.
4. All the health information must be up to date.
5. If possible ask the dealer to provide CKC or AKC registration papers of the puppy.
6. Which lineage the puppies come from. A good breeder ought to provide you with information on the lineage as well as give you the puppy's family tree.
A responsible breeder will provide you with assistance in finding the right puppy for you and will be glad to give you advice on how to raise and care for your new puppy. If you choose a responsible breeder, rest assured you will find your perfect puppy.
Buying A Puppy - 6 Vital Points To Check For Authentic Breeders!
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