AKC papers mean absolutely nothing
about the health and temperament of the puppy and nothing about the quality of the breeding establishment the puppy came from.
Also, you want to talk to their veterinarians, and ask
about health and temperament issues with these dogs.
They will know
about the health and temperament problems that exist in the breed.
Not exact matches
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The breeder should be knowledgeable,
and patiently answer all your questions,
about the breed, including its
temperament, potential
health issues inherent to this particular breed,
and the type of family it will do best with.
Of course, every dog will be a bit different, but here's a closer look at what we do know
about their potential appearance, grooming needs,
temperament,
and health.
This breeder knows
about correct Griffon type,
temperament, soundness,
and good
health which is used to screen the sire
and dame of each litter before mating.
You can find information
about a dog, including adoption fee, location,
and health and temperament, by clicking on their picture.
In addition to not being able to predict the physical elements, you do not know anything
about the background of the dog — how it was raised, the
health and temperament of its parents / family, etc..
Many case studies on breeds, breed crosses for dominance studies, Myths
and fallacies
about breeding dogs, inheritance of traits (such as
temperament,
health, intelligence,
and abilities).
However, just as you may have certain desires
about the dog you want to adopt, so each Westie also has special needs, which a rescuer will try to determine through an initial
health, background
and temperament evaluation.
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The breeder must be very knowledgeable
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temperament and structure.
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Choosing from a reputable breeder who
health tests
and cares
about temperament goes a long way when selecting a cherished, healthy companion.
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However, Rachel makes the point
about checking a dogs
health before breeding
and in saying «
health» she doesn't mean only physical
health, she is referring to
temperament and hereditary defects which I totally agree with too.
People can research breed standards for information
about the size,
temperament,
and potential
health problems of their chosen pup.
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Responsible breeders are individuals who have focused their efforts on one or a select few breeds
and, through breeding, historical research
and ongoing study, mentoring relationships, club memberships, showing, raising
and training of these breeds, have become knowledgeable
about their
health, heritable defects,
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Humane Canada urges those looking for a pet to do plenty of research, visit breeding facilities, viewing of the bitch
and / or sire
and screen sellers by asking questions
about their animals, including breeding practices,
health and genetic issues,
temperament, etc..
Only limited information may have been available
about your pet's past
health,
temperament and habits.
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So if you honestly want a breeder that breeds for good
health and temperament AND who cares about their dogs expect to wa
and temperament AND who cares about their dogs expect to wa
AND who cares
about their dogs expect to wait.
Along with brief descriptions of each breed's physical
and temperament characteristics
and health problems, her one - or two - paragraph narratives
about the breeds provide information critical to understanding breed benefits
and drawbacks.
Breeders keep immaculate records when it comes to lineage
and will likely know a lot
about your puppy's parents, grandparents,
and great grandparents
health and temperament.
This gives you a great deal of information
about its
health and welfare
and the
temperament of the mother.
Not only does she possess knowledge
about the breed's history, she knows everything there is to know
about their inherited
health issues (every single breed has them),
temperament,
and special needs.
When my clients ask my opinion
about breeding, I tell them the first
and most important attribute is solid
temperament, then
health.
However, you need to be aware that you can't typically know anything
about the parents of the dog,
and consequently
about its
temperament and potential
health issues — especially if it's a young pup.
Responsible breeders - those who guarantee the
health and temperament of their puppies,
and who are abreast of current knowledge
about canine
health, genetics, socialization
and development - already know these things
and will not send a puppy home with its new owner on Christmas morning.
Most animal shelters will check a dog for good
health and good
temperament, so if there are any problems you will be told
about them.
Staff
and volunteers are happy to answer your questions
about the pet's
health and temperament.
Reputable breeders keep careful records
about the lineage of their animals
and so can breed dogs selectively to improve their
health,
temperament, appearance,
and other qualities.
During this time the staff gets to know more
about their
temperament and any
health concerns can be addressed.
You should still ask your neighbor
about temperament and health of the parents, food that the parents are fed,
and a written contract.
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temperament, personality, ability to get along with your other pets
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