Sentences with phrase «for hobby breeders»

Breeding dogs is a lifestyle choice for hobby breeders, and the current proposal offers them two unacceptable choices: to operate illegally or provide federal regulators access to their homes for having as few as 5 breeding female dogs.

The bill also clarifies an exemption for hobby breeders.

* Agreed to increase county animal licenses from $ 3.50 to $ 4 for altered pets, and $ 5.50 to $ 9 for unaltered animals; raise the current annual $ 25 fee to register a «dangerous» dog to $ 50; and increase the yearly fee for hobby breeders from $ 35 to $ 50.

Imagine the horror for a hobby breeder that has to leave behind 10 prize dogs for more than a week.

Not exact matches

His cataloguing of the unusual and sometimes bizarre varieties of pigeon was more than a hobby: he was an avid pigeon breeder, and devoted many pages of On The Origin of Species to documenting how readily the birds change their form when selected for unusual traits such as webbed or feathered feet.

The term «hobbyist» refers to an individual or an organization who is not a commercial breeder but is (1) actively involved in any nationally recognized, organized animal sport or hobby for a period of at least one year prior to making application; or (2) participates in field trials, owns nationally - recognized breeds used specifically as hunting dogs, participates in hunting activities, has held (and continues to hold) a current valid Oklahoma hunting license and has held such license for at least one year prior to making application; or (3) qualifies as a «rescuer.»

You can pay between # 300 to # 750 for a pup from a hobby breeder and hope the vet won't be needed.

In fact, many dog enthusiasts recommend adoption for mixed breeds like the Chorkie instead of supporting hobby breeders and «designer dog» breeders.

It may be hard for some people to understand how emotionally invested hobby / show breeders are in their dogs, but to many breeders they are like children.

Many dog enthusiasts will tell you that you should never buy a dog from a hobby breeder, especially from one that overcharges for mixed breed dogs.

Very often there are local hobby breeders that advertise their animals for a fairly low price; and many give them away free.

Several new laws and additions were passed by the USDA September 10th 2013, for the protection and welfare of animals that require even «hobby breeders» to hold and license and be subject to inspection.

As hobby or show breeders we want the best conditions for our dogs.

Good breeders are not necessarily expensive, many show their dogs and breed for a hobby, happy to cover their costs with a small profit.

I'm a very small hobby breeder and have been breeding wonderful family pets for many years.

Initially, once the female dog is visibly pregnant, a hobby breeder with start a long and intensive quest for updated dog breeding knowledge — and its generally when they find Breeding Business!

I have been a dog breeder for over 35 years and started as a hobby turned professional after I retired as a Special Education teacher.

A serious hobby breeder will usually belong to a breed club, be involved in showing dogs, present a clean environment with healthy, well - socialized puppies, be at least as interested in your qualifications to be an owner as you are in the breeder, give you a record of dates and types of inoculations and worming and insist that you take the pup to a vet for a check - up and to continue with inoculations, give you written instructions on feeding, training and care, provide a pedigree and registration application form; provide references; provide a written contract with conditions of sale and warranty; and assure you that the relationship between you and the breeder is a continuing one.

Now as far as what is called «hobby breeders» being upset by some of these laws, I wonder have they ever lobbied for an exemption based on their tax records getting written into these laws?

Good - intentioned people who buy from pet stores, puppy mill websites, or even local backyard breeders (people who breed as a hobby or an «oops» but do not actually know their breed inside and out, nor do they test for health and temperament before breeding) often face serious veterinary bills associated with genetic issues that arise as these puppies grow.

Dedicated hobby breeders take responsibility for every puppy produced and stand behind every dog they have bred, for the life of the dog.

Breeders who maintain four or fewer breeding females are considered hobby breeders who already provide sufficient care to their animals without APHIS» oversight — provided they only sell the offspring of animals born and raise on their premises for pets or exhibitionBreeders who maintain four or fewer breeding females are considered hobby breeders who already provide sufficient care to their animals without APHIS» oversight — provided they only sell the offspring of animals born and raise on their premises for pets or exhibitionbreeders who already provide sufficient care to their animals without APHIS» oversight — provided they only sell the offspring of animals born and raise on their premises for pets or exhibition.»

You stated, «The law, unfortunately, does not make provisions for dealing with backyard breeders or hobby breeders that are selling puppies out of their home.»

Also, without hobby breeders, there would be very few healthy pups available for adoption by loving families.

Pat Boyd, a boxer breeder and president of the Jupiter - Tequesta Dog Club, said local hobby breeders, prevented by local law from breeding more than 19 puppies a year, can not keep up with the demand for pure - bred animals.

It is true that some breeders (let's call them «reputable» for purpose of this discussion) have more integrity, are more serious about what they do, and more concerned about the impact of their «hobby» on the animals that they produce.

Reputable hobby breeders of purebred dogs, developed for companionship, recreation, and service, should be able to continue their breeding programs to maintain and improve their chosen breeds, without punitive legislation.

Some of the regulations are important but for small hobby breeders it's ridiculous.

If there is any one thing I'd like to get across with this article, is the importance of getting a dog from a good hobby breeder, from someone committed to the breed, who isn't in it for making money over producing quality dogs, from someone who cares to produce the best dogs with the best temperament and health, someone who is therefore heavily involved in their breed.

States, therefore, should follow the direction of the federal government and exempt hobby and show breeders for whom the sale of dogs and cats is secondary to their fancier breeding activity.

These are the people (often referred to as «hobby breeders») who work hard to choose GOOD homes for their puppies.

As a small hobby breeder, it «s our passion to continue the sporty line but to enhance the health, temperament and look of the Cavaliers for show or pet.

Meanwhile, veterinary pricing is driving hobby breeders to bankruptcy because we do not qualify for pet insurance.

If someone wants a pedigree dog for condo size limits for instance, trained working ADA or Search Dog, pick an adult from a local shelter if available or buy from a reputable hobby breeder.

But not all purebred dogs are created equal, and serious hobby / competition breeders offer the highest level of reliability for good health, temperament, and appearance.

Licences are not necessary for so called «hobby breeders».

«Federal law requires retailers to source from breeders licensed and inspected by the USDA, or from hobby breeders too small to qualify for licensure.

Instead of establishing a licensing threshold for retail breeders that have more than 4 breeding females the Department needs to define and then formally exempt hobby breeders (home breeders) as the Impact Analysis states is the intent.

Non-commercial breeders, hobby breeders, occasional breeders, backyard breeders should also be bound by the same requirements and should be obliged to register each litter with their local authority and be issued a reference before they can offer the puppies for sale.

Animal rights activists and lobbyists want hobby breeders who breed their cats for their own enjoyment and sell to the public to stop breeding all animals in the United States.

Serious, dedicated hobby breeders enjoy the challenge to produce the best Springers possible — for the field, for the show ring, and for companionship in the home.

An amateur breeder can very easily become a hobby breeder or a commercial breeder, depending on his level of interest or need for income.

As a result, commercial kennels and hobby breeders with more than an arbitrary number of dogs or litters have become targets for anti-breeding groups that lobby for laws to restrict these law - abiding operations.

I am small hobby breeder located in Southeastern PA, * member, past VP / Board member, Delaware Valley German Shepherd Dog Club * member, German Shepherd Dog Club of America * past national chairperson of the Breeder's Code of Ethics for the German Shepherd Dog Club of America * supporter of the PA and NJ Federation of Dog Clubs.

Here are excerpts from his announcement to an AKC Legislative Liaisons List: «Small hobby and show breeders have all been concerned about the implications of the revision to the «Retail Pet Store Rule» by APHIS and the implication for that group.

For dogs bred by breeders who are not in the business of breeding and selling dogs but who breed occasionally, so called «hobby breeders» there is the Animal Welfare Act 2006, which makes it an offence to cause any unnecessary suffering to an animal or fail to provide for its welfaFor dogs bred by breeders who are not in the business of breeding and selling dogs but who breed occasionally, so called «hobby breeders» there is the Animal Welfare Act 2006, which makes it an offence to cause any unnecessary suffering to an animal or fail to provide for its welfafor its welfare.

It's deceptively easy to say that John Jones or Mary Smith runs a puppy mill or that pet store puppies come from puppy mills, but the label is tossed about so frequently and with so little regard for accuracy that each prospective dog owner should ascertain for himself whether or not he wishes to buy a dog from John Jones, Mary Smith, a pet store, or a hobby breeder.

Hobby breeders have promoted neutering and spaying for more than 25 years.

As the number of litters increases, these people registering them are less likely to be hobby breeders and are more likely to be breeding for profit.

The new law would not apply to those who breed and sell hunting dogs, dogs «during lawful scientific research», dogs receiving veterinary treatment or during exercise or cleaning of their enclosures, pet stores, animal rescues or shelter, hobby or show breeders who have custody of no more than ten female covered dogs for the purpose of breeding those dogs and selling any offspring for use as a pet; dog trainers who do not breed and sell any dogs for use as a pet.