What You Need to Ask Your Dog Breeder

There are many questions you need to ask when considering adopting your companion. After all, a dog is a lifetime commitment:

A. When was the puppy whelped?

B. How long till you can adopt your new family member? Your puppy should be at least eight weeks before they are able to go to their new family.

C. Do they have some kind of waiting list? Most breeders that are worthy will have a waiting list for their canines.

D. Have the dogs received their first shots and had their initial Vet examination? Puppies should receive their basis vet care before they are allowed to be adopted.

E. Does the breeder require the dogs to be fixed? Good breeders will require pet quality dogs to be altered.

F. Was there is any sign of genetic disease in previous litters? What type of genetic disease?

G. Is their a return policy if the dogs are not compatible? A good breeder will always want you to be able to return their dogs if they are not a good fit.

H. How long have you been breeding “X” dog? Optimally, a breeder should have few years experience in dog breeding. At all costs avoid puppy mills and back yard breeder that are out to make a quick buck.

I. How many breeds? Legitimate breeders generally do not breed more that two different types of dogs. Avoid puppy mills!!

J. How many times a year does the dog breed? A good breeder only breeds their dog once a year