The phrase "backyard breeders" refers to people who breed animals without proper knowledge or care, often in their own homes or backyards. Full definition
Speaking from some 30 years of experience here are some tips that might help you and stop you from buying from backyard breeders such as the above.. (meisterhunde.com)
On the other hand, there are a LOT of backyard breeders out there, that charge as much as a good breeder would, for dogs with serious health and temperament problems. (samthedogtrainer.com)
This is in contrast to «kitty - mills» and irresponsible backyard breeders who don't screen for illness or defects. (cat-lovers-only.com)