For example, has
the breeder visited in person to learn whether breeds are accurately identified and how frequently the breed ends up in the shelter?
Not exact matches
Before investing
in a wheaten, have the allergic
person visit the
breeder's home and interact with the dogs to determine the level of tolerance.
Above all else, educate yourself about the breed and see as many Tollers
in person as you can by
visiting breeders, dog shows, obedience, rally or agility trials, or even field tests.
To avoid unscrupulous puppy sellers, The HSUS recommends always
visiting a rescue group or
breeder in person and avoiding Internet - only transactions.
Find a responsible
breeder and
visit their premises
in person to see how the parent dogs are living and the conditions
in which the puppy was raised.
While most
breeders have websites that feature photos of their latest litter and their available puppies, it will be a great help for you to
visit the
breeder and see the puppies
in person.
In a rare breed like mine with very few available litters nationwide each year, it is not reasonable to require that buyers visit the breeder or pick up their puppy themselves, however the breeder should offer that people visit or in my case, I often refer interested parties to breeders closer to them to meet the breed even if the other breeder doesn't have a litter or the person just has the dogs and isn't a breede
In a rare breed like mine with very few available litters nationwide each year, it is not reasonable to require that buyers
visit the
breeder or pick up their puppy themselves, however the
breeder should offer that
people visit or
in my case, I often refer interested parties to breeders closer to them to meet the breed even if the other breeder doesn't have a litter or the person just has the dogs and isn't a breede
in my case, I often refer interested parties to
breeders closer to them to meet the breed even if the other
breeder doesn't have a litter or the
person just has the dogs and isn't a
breeder.
You should always
visit the
breeder directly to see the living conditions of any dog you are considering and meet the dogs
in person to make sure they are healthy and that you get along with the dog you have chosen.
The HSUS recommends never purchasing a puppy over the Internet or from a pet store; always
visit a
breeder in person to ensure that the dogs are raised
in humane conditions.
First and foremost, ensure you
visit your
breeder in person!
But by not
visiting a
breeder in person, there is a chance that you will support what you stand against.
You could travel around Europe
visiting the finest European
breeders in person (most probably with the help of an interpreter!).
Visiting a
breeder in person and talking to other customers is a good way to make sure you are getting a quality dog.
Before we put a puppy on the Euro Puppy site, we
visit the
breeder in person, check the living conditions, and inspect every puppy.
It is virtually impossible to tell the difference between a reputable
breeder and a puppy mill unless you do an
in -
person visit.
Visit reputable
breeders and breed rescues
in person and get a sense of the Chihuahua's personality by spending time with them.
After reading up on Boxerdoodles, the next step
in making your decision is
visiting breeders and / or Boxerdoodle rescue organizations to size up your potential pet
in person.
If you go to
visit your prospective puppy from a
breeder, be wary of the following: Bad odor / unhealthy conditions
in kennel
Breeder unwilling to allow you to see the puppy's mother and father Puppies with weepy eyes and overall lethargy A puppy that shows no interest
in interacting with
people A skinny puppy A limping puppy Better yet, there are many pure breed puppies and young adult dogs that are orphaned for one reason or another and there are plenty of pure breed rescues that you can
visit to give one or more of them a forever home.
Breeders are also encouraged to be transparent with customers, including allowing
in -
person visits.
Consumers should never buy a puppy from a pet store or Internet site; instead
visit an animal shelter or screen a
breeder's facility
in person.
Do not buy a puppy from a
breeder who's facility you can not
visit in person.
When you are choosing a
breeder, the best option is to
visit the
breeder in person, as this is really the best way to get a sense of how the
breeder raises their animals.
When purchasing a puppy from a
breeder,
visit the facility
in person; ask to see the place the dogs are housed, and to meet the puppy's parents.