Even if there aren't overt infractions, think about this —
what responsible breeder would ever sell their puppies to someone sight unseen?
Share this with all who don't understand
what responsible breeders do and with responsible breeders you know who may need a way to articulate how valuable we are.
Not exact matches
While many of the
responsible breeders and distributors in these smaller animal categories already hold themselves to internal care standards, and many retailers conduct audits of their vendors to ensure that protocols are established and followed, there is no common set of standards that we in the industry can point to with pride when legislators ask
what we do to protect animals throughout the breeding and sales process.
I did not find
what I was looking for in a rescue and I did my home work and made sure the
Responsible breeder I went to was good before I even purchased a puppy or kitten.
I agree that people should search for a
responsible or reputable
breeder, as described in this book, but
what's written in this book is different than
what the AKC supports in the real world.
Stop fighting amongst yourselves about
what makes a
breeder «reputable» or «
responsible».
No matter
what breed you choose, be sure to buy from a
responsible breeder who does DNA testing to avoid passing on congenital conditions.
When you bring your new puppy home a
responsible breeder will give you lots of information about
what he has been feeding the pup, whether it has had its first vaccinations and any worming info you need.
Chihuahuas are predisposed to rather a large number of inherited (and other) diseases and expert
responsible breeders should be doing
what they can to ensure that these are not passed on to future generations.
A
responsible owner will spend time researching dog breeds, finding reputable
breeders, speaking to them and collating first - hand information, and looking at puppies (it's generally not a good idea to succumb to the charms of the very first puppy you see - the aim is to get a good idea of
what's out there in order to make an informed final decision).
Those laws allow puppy / kitten mills to keep cranking them out as fast as they can and only affects those who were able / willing to do it anyway and punishes the
responsible breeders who actually care about
what they're doing.
Three veterinarians have joined the scientific advisory board at PuppySpot, a start - up company that connects potential dog buyers with
what it calls «
responsible breeders.»
We are there for you for the life of your pup and we are
responsible breeders we take back any dog we have bred anytime in their life no matter
what.
But
what I do want is better and more caring breeding For people with very definite and narrow requirements for a dog I recommend a
responsible breeder (keep the dogs from getting in).
A good advertisement, one that is very complete, is very educational about
what one should expect from a
responsible breeder.
Deciding on an English Springer Spaniel A Short History of English Springer Spaniels First Things First: «The Basics» Health and Heredity: Things You Should Know About English Springer Spaniels Making the «Right» Connections Choosing a
Breeder What can be expected of a reputable,
responsible breeder?
There have been some documentaries that indicate even the «
responsible»
breeders are interbreeding, overbreeding and breeding based on their idea of
what's aesthetic even if it effects the health of the dog.
I think it is difficult to make a general statement about
what's a
responsible breeder.
The Kennel Club has produced a film in conjunction with TV vet, Marc Abraham, to show puppy buyers
what to expect from a
responsible breeder and the perils...
Click HERE to learn how to find a
responsible breeder and
what you should look for.
If you can't find
what you want through a shelter or breed rescue group, please learn how to recognize a
responsible breeder.
That is
what responsible Pitbull
breeders do but then again, I doubt he is one.
The
responsible breeder knows
what diseases and genetic conditions his or her breed is known to carry, and they test each puppy for those conditions before the puppy leaves their home.
Seeing
what needs to be improved so, as a
responsible breeder, you can find a more suitable stud for the next breeding.
After all, a
responsible breeder wants to know
what kind of a home and family his puppies are getting as well as the color of your money.
Wondering
what makes a «
responsible breeder»?
This page is intended to help you think about
what it takes to become that caring and
responsible breeder.
Already, McGriff has helped refine an HSUS checklist of
what to look for in a
responsible breeder, and she provided a
breeder's perspective on a USDA proposal to close a loophole allowing online dog sellers to operate without a license.
I was the individual who orchestrated these «public condemnations» by
responsible breeders, and I thought at the time that you would be ecstatic with the fact that a sincere, genuine and substantive effort was being made to advocate
what was in the best interest of animals.
If you are reading this and thinking, OKAY, I TRY to be a
responsible breeder,
what ELSE can I do to help save this breed that I love so much?
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!
For years, the
responsible pet industry has been engaging, often pro-actively, with lawmakers to help them understand
what ethical retailers and
breeders do for pets and pet owners.
What we really should focus on is shutting down puppy mills, not going after all
breeders including
responsible home
breeders.
I do not believe this is fair to
responsible breeders More to the point,
what needs to happen is to have all the puppy mills shut down and for the pet shops to do better research on those from whom they purchase their puppies.
The
breeder is also likely to ask questions of you and
what kind of puppy you are looking for,
what environment you live in, and other questions to help decide that you will be a
responsible pet owner.
At least while the puppy is young the
responsible breeder will typically accept the puppy back for any reason at all, even providing a refund if that is
what it takes to protect the puppy from being rehomed without the input and guidance of the
breeder.
Of course, that begs
responsible breeders, but also shelter workers and rescues need to have more awareness of
what can be done with fear, stress and recovery early in life.
You might want to work with a
responsible breeder to help you understand
what is involved.
What's more, many
responsible breeders have their adopters sign a contract promising to spay / neuter and provide the pup with necessary medical care.
What distinguishes a
responsible breeder from the rest?
You can find more information on the STCA web site including more information on
What The Prospective Scottie Owner Needs To Know, how to tell the difference between a
Responsible Breeder and the casual
breeder, as well as links to the STCA Scottie
Breeder Referral list.
Responsible, ethical, and reliable
breeders will be there for you for years to come, should always offer help and give advice for the dog's lifetime, as well as a guarantee on
what they breed.
Breeding - To Breed Dogs or not to breed
What makes a
responsible breeder and the major effort that goes into ensuring the best, healthiest dogs possible
A
responsible breeder knows
what health issues lie within their breed, and will test their breeding stock for those issues BEFORE even considering breeding the dog in question.
(Please read, «
What is a
responsible breeder» to learn more about how dog breeding SHOULD be done.)
The Humane Society offers a checklist for
what to look for in a
responsible breeder, but a few signs that you're working with a reputable person include:
If you are interested in a Miniature Schnauzer puppy in the Northern California area, or even an adult Miniature Schnauzer dog from a
responsible breeder, our Public Awareness Committee can let you know who in the area may have
what you are looking for.