Dog breeders to find the perfect dog breed for your family
There are mainly two ways to acquire a dog : buy it in a pet store or directly through a dog breeder. Some people think it is more expensive to buy through dog breeders but it is not : pet stores take a huge markup on each puppy they sell so the prices are usually higher. Another thing to consider is that when you buy from a breeder, you can visit the place where the dogs lives and see for yourself the conditions they are in. You can also check if the breeder has won prizes.
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7 tips to choose a reputable dog breeder
1. Ask the breeder some questions to make sure he knows what he is talking about.
2. Make sure the breeder is not breeding 10 different breed at the same time. A reputable breeder will concentrate on one breed, maybe two similar ones maximum.
3. Ask to see where the puppy are raised. If the breeder does not want you to see the place, it is not a good sign. Some breeder might ask you to clean your shoes and hands before you go in though, this is to avoid contamination (for example if you have a cold).
4. Ask the breeder if he does competition with his dogs. Most reputable (but not all) go to dog shows with their dogs. It is not an absolute necessity though.
5. Ask for documentation about the puppy to see if it is registered with the AKC or other well known organisations.
6. A good breeder will ask YOU a lot of question about you and your family to make sure the breed you want will fit well in your environment and your lifestyle.
7. Ask the breeder at what age he lets the puppy goes. A reputable breeder knows that it is very important for the puppy to be with its mother from 6 to 10 weeks so the breeder should not let his puppy go before 8 weeks.
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