The dedication and research you put in before choosing your next dog is what makes a difference, not just the place of acquisition.
Be cautious of names and areas related to documented puppy mills in the past or present.
Although the term "puppy Mill" has been somewhat exploited by some, it's straightforward to google a breeder's name and see that they have been fined, shut down, or connected with a puppy mill. You can find a breeder's name on the parent dog's registration (sometimes available on the site), information related to the puppy you're looking at on various all-breed sites, or even asking who the breeder is during a conversation with your source.
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.
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 breeder that actively has their dogs in the show ring or the smaller family 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 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 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 themselves. 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, talk at length with other breeders, and me to ensure proper tests are performed for the best chance of current and lifetime health for your new puppy. 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. In the end, a healthy, well-adjusted puppy that fits your family like a glove is most important.
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 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 themselves. 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, talk at length with other breeders, and me to ensure proper tests are performed for the best chance of current and lifetime health for your new puppy. 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. In the end, a healthy, well-adjusted puppy that fits your family like a glove is most important.
