The dedication and research you put in before choosing your next dog is what makes a difference, not just the place of acquisition.
I Don't Like This Part.
It can be misconstrued as aggressive, biased, and even political.
Different names, colors, methods or opinions do not make a good or bad breeder.
There are some that think all breeders are bad.
That being said, much of what's on this page is educated opinion with a lot of fact sprinkled in. It is not here to promote an agenda, bash other breeders, or boost our program. Our dogs and puppies stand on their own with waiting lists for most every litter.
Forgive me ahead of time for the soapbox stand.
I created this page solely for the horribly mistreated dogs and puppies that live tortured lives and the unfortunate families who fall in love with them only to have their hearts broken and bank accounts drained treating sick puppies and dogs their whole lives. It keeps me up at night.
It has become increasingly difficult to spot some of the bad actors in this wonderfully satisfying arena of raising dogs. Most is pretty straightforward and only takes a bit of common sense. It's not as simple as googling a breeder's name to see if they've been fined, shut down, or connected with a puppy mill anymore. They've gotten pretty sneaky about this thing. Currently, the worst puppy millers in the country are using a third party to market their puppies. I hope this information will educate without persecuting the innocent.
We will consistently battle these horrific places in any way we can. Informing well-intentioned people that are taken in by misleading information and false claims is just the start.
A portion of our adoption fee will go toward helping to uncover and shut down these mills, change laws, and educate people on the pain, suffering, and heartbreak brought upon the dogs, puppies, and unfortunate families that are in the grasp of these cruel places.
Different names, colors, methods or opinions do not make a good or bad breeder.
There are some that think all breeders are bad.
That being said, much of what's on this page is educated opinion with a lot of fact sprinkled in. It is not here to promote an agenda, bash other breeders, or boost our program. Our dogs and puppies stand on their own with waiting lists for most every litter.
Forgive me ahead of time for the soapbox stand.
I created this page solely for the horribly mistreated dogs and puppies that live tortured lives and the unfortunate families who fall in love with them only to have their hearts broken and bank accounts drained treating sick puppies and dogs their whole lives. It keeps me up at night.
It has become increasingly difficult to spot some of the bad actors in this wonderfully satisfying arena of raising dogs. Most is pretty straightforward and only takes a bit of common sense. It's not as simple as googling a breeder's name to see if they've been fined, shut down, or connected with a puppy mill anymore. They've gotten pretty sneaky about this thing. Currently, the worst puppy millers in the country are using a third party to market their puppies. I hope this information will educate without persecuting the innocent.
We will consistently battle these horrific places in any way we can. Informing well-intentioned people that are taken in by misleading information and false claims is just the start.
A portion of our adoption fee will go toward helping to uncover and shut down these mills, change laws, and educate people on the pain, suffering, and heartbreak brought upon the dogs, puppies, and unfortunate families that are in the grasp of these cruel places.
What makes a good breeder?
Is it the name of the program that matters? Of course not. Some that regard a "non-show" dog as inferior like to propagate this kind of nonsense. I have yet to figure out why.
Is it the breeder that actively has their dogs in the show ring or the smaller hobby breeder that turns their focus to other areas such as temperament and socialization for family life. Our goal is to produce calm, gentle, well-rounded PWD's that will bring their people a lifetime of love, companionship, activity, and of course, entertainment. Their beauty and correct conformation is the icing on the cake.😉
We make every effort through hours of research, information, and long phone conversations to make sure a potential adopter is a good fit. If life would get in the way, somehow, and make it stressful or impossible to continue to provide the puppy with a safe and loving home, our policy, included in our contract is to take back any one of our puppies at any age. Reputable breeders have a lot in common with good rescues. In this way, there are a lot of similarities. There are many things to consider when choosing a breeder.
Champions of the ring can produce conformationally correct puppies that may themselves go on to become champions. Will these dogs make better family pets because they are show dogs? No. I believe any honest breeder will tell you the same. Can a dog that is currently not a champion show dog turn out a show quality puppy? Of course, and many do.
Just like anything, there are both good and bad breeders. Do your research and talk at length with as many breeders as possible to ensure there is dedication not only to the dogs and puppies, but also to their forever families. Enquire about proper testing for the best chance of current and lifetime health. Chat with people who have owned past puppies from the breeder. Ask for references. A responsible breeder producing healthy, socialized, confident dogs with unfailing temperaments should have a long list of families, eager to chat about their pups. If at all possible, meet both parents, or at least request video of both interacting with adults, children, and other animals. Puppies get their conformation, health, and temperament from both the Dam and the sire, not just the Dam.
Emphatically request to see where and how both the mom and dad of your puppy spend their lives. Visiting or picking a puppy up at a certain home does not mean that is where the dogs and puppies are born and raised. Look for pictures and videos of the dogs and puppies living their best lives at the home that claims them. A few promotion videos and photos to put on the website shouldn't cut it. Many of these dogs live in dark, filthy conditions, only to be taken out for a scheduled visit. Unfortunately, puppy mills, like the many in Ohio, have learned to be sneaky and fraudulent. If it doesn't seem right, it probably isn't.
Below is a list of red flags when choosing your next family member. This list is based on facts along with educated opinion. Several years of chatting with unspeakable amounts of people that have had their hearts broken, plenty of research along with written proof of many offender's actions helped me compile this list.
https://www.humanesociety.org/sites/default/files/docs/HSUS_Horrible-Hundred-2023.pdf
Again, it is not based on opinions that only further an agenda. Those who care more about the dogs and their families than the trophies or the money will be discovered. Those who care more about the latter will too. In the end, a well socialized, healthy, happy puppy raised with adoration, and fits your family like a glove is most important.
❤️
Thank you so much for taking the time to visit this page.
Is it the breeder that actively has their dogs in the show ring or the smaller hobby breeder that turns their focus to other areas such as temperament and socialization for family life. Our goal is to produce calm, gentle, well-rounded PWD's that will bring their people a lifetime of love, companionship, activity, and of course, entertainment. Their beauty and correct conformation is the icing on the cake.😉
We make every effort through hours of research, information, and long phone conversations to make sure a potential adopter is a good fit. If life would get in the way, somehow, and make it stressful or impossible to continue to provide the puppy with a safe and loving home, our policy, included in our contract is to take back any one of our puppies at any age. Reputable breeders have a lot in common with good rescues. In this way, there are a lot of similarities. There are many things to consider when choosing a breeder.
Champions of the ring can produce conformationally correct puppies that may themselves go on to become champions. Will these dogs make better family pets because they are show dogs? No. I believe any honest breeder will tell you the same. Can a dog that is currently not a champion show dog turn out a show quality puppy? Of course, and many do.
Just like anything, there are both good and bad breeders. Do your research and talk at length with as many breeders as possible to ensure there is dedication not only to the dogs and puppies, but also to their forever families. Enquire about proper testing for the best chance of current and lifetime health. Chat with people who have owned past puppies from the breeder. Ask for references. A responsible breeder producing healthy, socialized, confident dogs with unfailing temperaments should have a long list of families, eager to chat about their pups. If at all possible, meet both parents, or at least request video of both interacting with adults, children, and other animals. Puppies get their conformation, health, and temperament from both the Dam and the sire, not just the Dam.
Emphatically request to see where and how both the mom and dad of your puppy spend their lives. Visiting or picking a puppy up at a certain home does not mean that is where the dogs and puppies are born and raised. Look for pictures and videos of the dogs and puppies living their best lives at the home that claims them. A few promotion videos and photos to put on the website shouldn't cut it. Many of these dogs live in dark, filthy conditions, only to be taken out for a scheduled visit. Unfortunately, puppy mills, like the many in Ohio, have learned to be sneaky and fraudulent. If it doesn't seem right, it probably isn't.
Below is a list of red flags when choosing your next family member. This list is based on facts along with educated opinion. Several years of chatting with unspeakable amounts of people that have had their hearts broken, plenty of research along with written proof of many offender's actions helped me compile this list.
https://www.humanesociety.org/sites/default/files/docs/HSUS_Horrible-Hundred-2023.pdf
Again, it is not based on opinions that only further an agenda. Those who care more about the dogs and their families than the trophies or the money will be discovered. Those who care more about the latter will too. In the end, a well socialized, healthy, happy puppy raised with adoration, and fits your family like a glove is most important.
❤️
Thank you so much for taking the time to visit this page.
Take Caution if...
*You can buy your puppy online, no questions asked.
*There are many different breeds being sold.
See first caution if there is only one breed being sold..😉
*You can't meet both parents.
*Dogs are used only as a tool for ribbons and trophies, living in kennels and stacked cages. Just because they're show dogs doesn't mean they're treated well.
*Severe, close inbreeding, sometimes called line breeding, is present. Always ask to see your puppy's parent's registration papers.
*Puppy comes from or is affiliated with the Amish community. See link above.
*Has no contract.
*Does not let you see where the adult dogs spend most of their lives. An unsocialized dog that spends most of their time in a crate is easy to spot.
*Wants to meet you at the end of their driveway when you pick up your puppy. (I'm not joking.)
*Comes from a pet store. I think we all know this one.
*Breeder stipulates in the contract that they want to see the puppy at a certain age, at which time they will show him/her or breed him/her themselves. This is only if he/she has developed certain qualities that win shows.
*Does not take the responsibility to be available to you for future questions or concerns. This is not a, "Good luck with that" kind of thing.
If you've come this far, I'm quite certain you get the point.
These are NOT blanket statements. Of course, there are always exceptions...but not often.
*There are many different breeds being sold.
See first caution if there is only one breed being sold..😉
*You can't meet both parents.
*Dogs are used only as a tool for ribbons and trophies, living in kennels and stacked cages. Just because they're show dogs doesn't mean they're treated well.
*Severe, close inbreeding, sometimes called line breeding, is present. Always ask to see your puppy's parent's registration papers.
*Puppy comes from or is affiliated with the Amish community. See link above.
*Has no contract.
*Does not let you see where the adult dogs spend most of their lives. An unsocialized dog that spends most of their time in a crate is easy to spot.
*Wants to meet you at the end of their driveway when you pick up your puppy. (I'm not joking.)
*Comes from a pet store. I think we all know this one.
*Breeder stipulates in the contract that they want to see the puppy at a certain age, at which time they will show him/her or breed him/her themselves. This is only if he/she has developed certain qualities that win shows.
*Does not take the responsibility to be available to you for future questions or concerns. This is not a, "Good luck with that" kind of thing.
If you've come this far, I'm quite certain you get the point.
These are NOT blanket statements. Of course, there are always exceptions...but not often.
