All animals must pass
a health and temperament test before we accept them, and we must have space for them.
A responsible breeder will
health and temperament test their animals, and those that don't make the cut will be altered before placement.
Though still maturing, he's showing great promise, and will hopefully make it into the SwissRidge breeding program after passing
all health and temperament testing.
Fox Point Farm / Charlotte Cannon does extensive, state of the art Genetic,
Health and Temperament Testing on all our breeding dogs.
Not exact matches
They don't care who purchases the puppies, let alone do any
health,
temperament or genetic
testing on the sire
and dam.
Responsible = completes all appropriate
health tests for their breed; has breeding stock
tested for appropriate
temperament and physical soundness; does in - depth research on pedigrees
and other data on potential breeding stock before selecting a breeding pair; puppies raised where they have contact with people for the majority of the day, experience the daily sights
and sounds of an active household
and have room to explore; only sells directly to the new owner; selects the right puppy (or offers a choice of possible matches) for the new owner; will not sell to someone just because they have enough money if they feel the puppy is not a good fit; keeps in touch with the new owner, is available to answer any questions
and help with problems if they arise; ALWAYS will take back any animal they produced at any time in that animals life.
The therapy animal approval process
tests the
health and temperament of the dog to ensure he / she is safe to interact with children.
We focus on the genetic
health, breed value, structure and most importantly temperament, at CHampagne Kennels our world class studs are fully titled, Champion titled in AT LEAST 2 different registries, holding AT LEAST 4 performance titles, has earned their Canine Good Citizen Certificate, and has been Health tested for hips, elbow, eye, cardio and thyroid disease, has correct body structure, exemplary anatomy, with superior temperament and natural working ability, including outstanding genetic
health, breed value, structure
and most importantly
temperament, at CHampagne Kennels our world class studs are fully titled, Champion titled in AT LEAST 2 different registries, holding AT LEAST 4 performance titles, has earned their Canine Good Citizen Certificate,
and has been
Health tested for hips, elbow, eye, cardio and thyroid disease, has correct body structure, exemplary anatomy, with superior temperament and natural working ability, including outstanding genetic
Health tested for hips, elbow, eye, cardio
and thyroid disease, has correct body structure, exemplary anatomy, with superior
temperament and natural working ability, including outstanding genetic value.
We do not consider our dogs for breeding stock until they have met a MINIMUM of the following: Champion titled in AT LEAST 2 different registries, holding AT LEAST 4 performance titles, has earned their Canine Good Citizen Certificate,
and has been
Health tested for hips, cardio
and thyroid disease, has correct body structure, exemplary anatomy, with superior
temperament and natural working ability, including outstanding genetic value.
There were a few who met my criteria - I was looking for a performance dog, with good structure, a solid
temperament,
and who's parents were
health tested.
Choosing from a reputable breeder who
health tests and cares about
temperament goes a long way when selecting a cherished, healthy companion.
Along with components such as socialization, an early development program (such as Puppy Culture), proper
health testing, a quality breeder,
and temperament testing; choosing an appropriate breed in the first place is essential.
There is no age or breed requirement
and a positive puppy
temperament test and good
health may make a good a good candidate to be a therapy dog.
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.
Breeders can use these genetic diversity results just as they already use
tests for
and analyses of
health, longevity, type, structure,
temperament, inbreeding
and performance.
Besides the bath
and nail trim,
and the vaccinations,
health exams,
and blood
tests, the vet helps us assess
temperament.
That meant more intensive researching of pedigrees,
health testing,
and temperament evaluation.
Most rescue centers are staffed by extremely knowledgeable people
and the dogs are accurately
tested for
temperament and health so you will know exactly what you're getting.
I pick my breeding dogs based on much more
and in this order:
health history, genetic
testing of the parents,
temperament, intelligence, energy level, coat quality, size
and last color.
COMPLIMENTARY
TEMPERAMENT TEST REQUIRED FOR GROUP PLAY ** (In addition to passing the temperament test, your pet must be in good health; free of any communicable conditions; must be spayed or neutered; must be at least 4 months or older; have proof of current Rabies, Distemper / Parvo, and Bordetella vaccinations; free of fleas and on a current flea preventative; must not be People Aggressive or Dog Aggressive; and not be protective of foo
TEMPERAMENT TEST REQUIRED FOR GROUP PLAY ** (In addition to passing the temperament test, your pet must be in good health; free of any communicable conditions; must be spayed or neutered; must be at least 4 months or older; have proof of current Rabies, Distemper / Parvo, and Bordetella vaccinations; free of fleas and on a current flea preventative; must not be People Aggressive or Dog Aggressive; and not be protective of food or to
TEST REQUIRED FOR GROUP PLAY ** (In addition to passing the
temperament test, your pet must be in good health; free of any communicable conditions; must be spayed or neutered; must be at least 4 months or older; have proof of current Rabies, Distemper / Parvo, and Bordetella vaccinations; free of fleas and on a current flea preventative; must not be People Aggressive or Dog Aggressive; and not be protective of foo
temperament test, your pet must be in good health; free of any communicable conditions; must be spayed or neutered; must be at least 4 months or older; have proof of current Rabies, Distemper / Parvo, and Bordetella vaccinations; free of fleas and on a current flea preventative; must not be People Aggressive or Dog Aggressive; and not be protective of food or to
test, your pet must be in good
health; free of any communicable conditions; must be spayed or neutered; must be at least 4 months or older; have proof of current Rabies, Distemper / Parvo,
and Bordetella vaccinations; free of fleas
and on a current flea preventative; must not be People Aggressive or Dog Aggressive;
and not be protective of food or toys.)
Breeders who do OFA certification (as well as other types of genetic
testing), tend to be more cautious in selecting individuals for breeding,
and they strive to improve upon their dogs»
health, structure,
and temperament.
When you go to look at a potential pet, you need to ask many questions including:
health (
and ask for proof of
tests done of you are not looking for a rescue);
temperament; pros
and cons of the breed; why the person is breeding; etc..
Before they go to their new homes, all puppies have been wormed, have had their first shots,
temperament tested,
and have had preliminary
health testing.
Breed only AKC / FSS or FCI registered mature dogs which are no less than 2 years of age, have passed all required
health tests, have stable
temperament and no disqualifying physical faults according to the AKC / FCI Czechoslovakian Vlcak Standard.
BUT likewise to anyone who chooses a reputable breeder that
health test their breeding stock, who takes back anything they produce (
and often what other people produce in their breed), who PROVES the quality
and temperament of what they breed (with titles)
and preserves their chosen breed.
Jackie Fahey will be discussing the importance of
temperament testing and maintaining good emotional
health for shelter dogs.
All dogs that pass through rescue are thoroughly
temperament -
tested and health - screened, altered, vaccinated, heartworm
tested and microchipped.
Traits of a responsible breeder include: • Breeding for
health and temperament, not «looks» or a fad • Practicing genetic
health testing • Keeping a puppy until eight weeks of age / not letting it go too early • Having only one or two breeds • Having a manageable number of dogs / breeding only one litter at a time • Willing to take the dog back, should at any time you be unable to care for it • Questioning you to make sure your family is a good match for the breed or a particular puppy • Willing to answer your questions regarding the breed,
health problems to consider,
and your particular puppy A responsible breeder can be a valuable tool to help you decide what type of dog is right for you,
and can provide a healthy well rounded puppy!
Along with
health testing we breed for a stable
temperament and a dog that will be able to adapt to their new families lifestyle.
A better Olde English Bulldogge is built through solid breeding principles, following strict guidelines for canine
health testing,
temperament testing, workability
testing, evaluating movement,
and proper veterinary evaluation of every structure contained within the entire vessel of the animal both inside
and out.
Instead, they personally screen
and select homes for their puppies, advise people on caring for the breed, turn away people whose lifestyle, commitment or home situation does not fit the breed,
test for
and guarantee the
health and temperament of their puppies, have detailed documentation of their pups» lineage, demonstrate knowledge about canine
health, genetics, socialization
and development,
and take back their animals at any time
and age if the buyers can not keep them.
All the fancy talk in the world about
temperament testing and champion bloodlines
and genetic
health is worthless if the buyer can not face the breeder, see the conditions of his kennel, check the pedigrees, see the puppy's dam,
and see the
health certifications on the parents.
Breeding should be done only by the most ethical, dedicated breed enthusiast thoroughly knowledgeable about heredity, genetics,
health issues
and testing,
temperament, conformation, puppy rearing
and placement
and the complete pedigree, history
and traits of the individual dogs to be mated.
Look for a reputable breeder who
health tests the breeding stock
and also cares about
temperament.
If everyone bred only dogs with excellent conformation,
and stable, correct
temperaments, working titles
and clean
health with
testing, we would have top - quality dogs in this country.
Germany is known to have very rigid
and strict breeding standards, required the dog's
health,
temperament, conformation
and working ability to all be
tested thoroughly.
Those pillars of the Great Dane Standard for breeding are Conformation
and Temperament plus the added pillars required are
Health testing and breeding for Longevity.
In this program, children read to dogs who are
tested for
health, safety,
and temperament and then trained to work alongside children in a therapeutic setting.
Dogs are
temperament tested by our volunteers / foster homes
and their
health and temperament monitored prior to placement but we can make no guarantees.
In each generation of breeding, Schwarz continuously
tested the
health,
temperament,
and strength of the puppies, handpicking the ones with the best results to continue the line.