Arte's Teacups
What is a Good Breeder
How to Evaluate a Breeder
The reputable breeder feels responsibility toward the breed itself, towards the dogs he or she produces, and to the person who buys them. A reputable breeder spends time and money on matters that are in the best interest of the breed.
How does a prospective puppy buyer recognize a reputable breeder?
- A reputable breeder participates in events sponsored by national clubs such as the American Kennel Club or United Kennel Club. These events include conformation shows, obedience, agility, field and herding trials, and coursing and tracking. This is the reason he or she breeds dogs, not to produce a cash crop.
- A reputable breeder never sells puppies to pet shops or brokers, but only through direct contact.
- A reputable breeder does not release a puppy into a new home until it is at least 8 weeks old.
- A reputable breeder shows you the mother and all of the puppies rather than bringing out one puppy at a time for you to view.
- A reputable breeder sells puppies that are properly vaccinated and advises you of any screening (such as hip x-rays) that should be done as the puppy grows older.
- A reputable breeder will give you the following documents when you buy a puppy:
A health record listing the dates and type of vaccines and wormingtreatment received by the puppy so you can present this record to yourveterinarian.The registration papers or a contract under which the registration will be given when you provide proof that the puppy has been spayed or neutered. If the registration papers have not been returned from the registry, the breeder will give you the name of the dam and sire, their registration numbers, and the puppy's date of birth.A copy of the puppy's pedigree and, for a puppy or dog purchased inby you, the buyer.- A reputable breeder will also discuss the pros and cons of owning this particular breed and will advise you of the training the puppy will need. Even after you buy a puppy, the breeder's help and advice do not end, but continue throughout the dog's life, a responsibility cheerfully accepted by the reputable breeder.
Information cited from the Sacramento Council of Dog Clubs
http://www.sacramentodogcouncil.com/
For further guidance in selecting a reputable breeder the Council has set forth additional information for your assistance in purchasing a puppy from a CALIFORNIA breeder.
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Wartenas Wind Me Up Tyco Toy
What a gorgeous pup. Unfortunately, he has a "don't touch me" personality." We call him "Psycho Tyco."
