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"good breeder" refers to someone who responsibly and ethically breeds animals, ensuring their well-being, health, and proper care. They prioritize the happiness and welfare of the animals over profit.
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Too often, puppy mill operators have been able to count on support
from good breeders in defense of the idea of raising dogs for sale.
First, bad canine legislation puts
good breeders in the same category with puppy mills or pet shops that sell puppies commercially.
Any breeder who sells to pet stores is not an ethical breeder, since
good breeders want to personally interview and educate prospective owners of their carefully bred puppies.
You can ask for referrals to other breeders:
good breeders know other breeders in the vicinity.
She does not realize that this will create a black market for purebred dogs that no one will be able to regulate and drive
good breeders out of business.
It is not uncommon to find infections in puppies that come from
very good breeders and generally healthy conditions.
This is another criterion used
by good breeders to determine whether to breed a particular dog or not.
Good breeders screen potential buyers as well to ensure an ideal home, also requiring the signing of a purchase agreement.
Good breeders take pride in their hobby, and welcome the opportunity to brag about their dogs!
That often means you will need to be patient
because good breeders don't always have puppies immediately available.
Good breeders also need that information in order to improve their breeding program as well.
Always talk to previous buyers to see
how well the breeder was able to match them with their puppy or dog.
Good breeders specialize in their chosen breed, usually no more than just one or two, and rarely try to breed many different breeds.
Good breeders ask potential companion buyers lots of questions, and may even require references.
Good breeders accept responsibility for the dogs they produce and will take them back at any stage of their life and make an effort to find a new suitable home for them.
Good, reputable breeders do not advertise in the newspaper because they get more than enough referrals from
other good breeders and their breed clubs.
The amount of money this one law will cost to enforce could be better put to saving and
supporting good breeders and dog owners.
You know that the most successful dog breeders are not
just good breeders, they are reputable breeders.
Puppies start learning from birth and
good breeders begin handling and socialization right away.
Most
good breeders leave the weaning process up to the mother — allowing nature to take its course.
Good breeders tend to have a waiting list for their litters, so there's a chance that you might only get to see the remaining few.
I used to believe that
good breeders fit into a very narrow view and the rest were irresponsible.
Although good breeders will take their dogs back should you not be able to keep the dog any longer; you need to be aware that this is very traumatic for the dog.
In addition, someone who has bred their pet most likely did not acquire that pet from a reputable breeder because
good breeders insist that their pet quality dogs be neutered.
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