HAVE YOUR SAY
alaskan....@gocco.co.za
Purebred puppies are not churned out of a mold. The puppies from one
breeder are NOT the same as those from another breeder -- even of the
same breed. The knowledge and skill of the breeder ; first, when he
selected the parents, and second, when he raised the puppies to the
age where you get to see them, has a tremendous bearing on how your
puppy turns out.
There are only TWO types of breeders:
1. RESPONSIBLE AND KNOWLEDGEABLE:
- What do responsible, knowledgeable breeders look like? Responsible,
knowledgeable breeders breed dogs together only when BOTH dogs have
been medically tested for genetic health problems as specified by
their National Kennel Union as per their breeding regulations for the
specific breed. A responsible, knowledgeable breeder knows which tests
are required for his breed.
- Responsible, knowledgeable breeders breed dogs together only when
BOTH dogs have excellent temperaments, i.e. not nervous, timid, shy,
hyperactive, or aggressive.
- Responsible, knowledgeable breeders understand genetics and the
impact it can have on his breeding program.
- Responsible, knowledgeable breeders sell their own puppies, right
from their own home. They NEVER place a puppy in a pet shop or give it
to a "broker" to sell "on consignment."
- Responsible, knowledgeable breeders do things with their dogs other
than just breeding them. They are involved in canine activities such
as working, rescue, dog clubs, and so on.
- Responsible, knowledgeable breeders can give other responsible,
knowledgeable breeders as references. NOT just a list of "satisfied"
puppy buyers, who probably know much less than YOU do about what makes
a breeder good or bad.
2. IRRESPONSIBLE AND UNKNOWLEDGEABLE:
Obviously practising the opposite as indicated above or you are most
welcome to add some pointers on this one.
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