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puppy with some help from the breeder who can better know how the dog’s personality matches yours. Request a medical history to ensure that the puppies have had a couple of shots, a fecal exam, and maybe a deworming. Find out about the warranty/guarantee and what it covers by reading the small print. Also understand what the breed’s average lifespan is likely to be. 6 ASKING ABOUT CHILD FRIENDLY DOGS People are frequently looking for dogs that are child friendly. Most people have children in their homes even if it is just once and a while. Families with children often not only have their kids at home but their kids’ friends over. A good idea to get a puppy accustomed to all this commotion is to have them in a noisy environment when they’re little. A caring breeder wants her puppies to be happy and isn’t only thinking about the money. A caring breeder is thinking about placing the pups in a good environment. QUESTIONS YOU SHOULD EXPECT 7 The following are questions that a good breeder will ask before selling you a puppy: why do you like this particular breed? Do you know the pros and cons of dog ownership? If you have kids, what are their ages? If this is your first dog, do you intend for it to live outside or indoors? Do you realize the commitment of having a dog and will you contact me before getting rid of it? Are you prepared to purchase the pup? Is this location suitable to making the correct purchase? Be sure, because you will not be able to change your decision. BUYING FROM ONLY HONEST BREEDERS 8 Even though it seems counter-intuitive, popularity of a breed leads to its end. People who like to take advantage of trends in breed purchases flood the market in order to sate the taste of potential pet buyers. Because of the lack of knowledge that comes with breeding, the macro production of puppies leads to health and disposition problems for the breed. Sadly, when the popularity wanes, many dogs are left for dead. Use a reputable breeder to avoid any trouble with your buying. The dogs best interest and well being are sure to have been seen to when you purchase from a dealer that is reputable. Most breeders are breeding for the love of dogs, not to make money. Five or six puppies are the amount in an average litter of medium breed dogs. With all this information at your disposal, you are definitely well poised to select the right dog from the right breeder. Remember that you should not contract with any breeder before you have answers to the above questions, and you are much more likely to end up with a dog you love that loves you back. Good luck! 18 DOG ownership 101 | MAY / JUNE 2016
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