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!