
What to Look for in a Breeder
Shelagh MacDonald
- They breed no more than three or four litters per year and have only one or two different breeds.
- They don’t breed dogs less than 18 months old or older than seven, and females are not bred more than once a year.
- They discuss the health concerns in the breed and can show you health clearances for their breeding dogs – all breeds have some health issues.
- They ask you lots of questions about how you will raise the puppy.
- They will require you to sign a non-breeding agreement that prevents you from breeding the dog and registering the puppies with the Canadian Kennel Club.
- Their puppies don’t leave before seven weeks of age and are identified with a microchip or a legible tattoo.
- They provide you with a veterinarian’s health and vaccination certificate for the puppy.
- You should be able to meet the mother of the puppies and some other dogs, which should all be well groomed and sociable.
- They belong to their national breed club and may participate in dog shows and other dog activities and will have plenty of prizes to show for it.
- A good breeder would never sell a puppy to a pet store.
- Don’t buy from anyone who requests additional money for registration papers.
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