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Whether you choose to purchase a puppy from Moon Dust Labradors or not, when you are looking to add a new puppy to your family, please be cautious when selecting a breeder.  Unfortunately there are unscrupulous individuals who take advantage of buyers and do not honor and protect the breed they claim to love.

What to Look For in a Breeder:

• Knowledge about the breed:
       --What is size, height, weight is correct for the breed?
       --What approximate size will your puppy be based on the parents of the litter? 
   

• Care of the breed:
       --Does this dog need brushing often?
       --Does this dog need any special assistance with clipping or grooming?
   

• Exercise:
       -- Is a one mile walk each day enough?
       -- What type of exercise is right?
   

• Genetic diseases:
       --Is this breed subject to any genetic diseases?
       --What types of tests have been performed to avoid these diseases?
   

• Breeding Environment and Conditions:
       --Are the puppies born on the premises or are they shipped in?
       --Breeder does not sell to wholesalers, brokers, dealers or retail shops.
       --Dog kennel is kept clean and well kept.
       --Breeder insists that the puppies be a MINIMUM of six weeks old before
          being adopted (seven-eight weeks is recommended).
       --Sire and Dam of the litter should be at least two years old and were tested for
          genetic health before the breeding.
       --Breeder should offer proof of genetic testing of immediate relatives of the sire and
          dam and should offer a guarantee against genetic health problems for at least two
          years. (NOTE:  IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO PRODUCE DOGS ENTIRELY FREE
          OF GENETIC PROBLEMS.)
       --Puppies for sale have been introduced to children and other animals as part
          of their socialization.
       --Breeder asked if you plan to breed the dog.
       --Breeder reviewed some of the problems people have with the breed.
       --Breeder is available as a resource for advice and support for the life of the dog.
       --Breeder promises to take in the dog (not return your money) if you cannot keep it,
          for the life of the dog.
       --Breeder offers a contract (or Bill of Sale) for you to review and goes over it
          with you
       --Breeder raises no more than 3 or 4 different breeds of dogs for sale.  It is difficult
          to be competent in more breeds.
       --Breeder is a member of a breed club. (i.e., American Kennel Club, or others).
       --Breeder's primary concern is finding a good home for the puppy, not just making
          money.
       --Breeder asks you lots questions about your lifestyle, family, experience with
          dogs and other pets, why you are looking for a dog.
       --Breeder was happy to answer all your questions and made you feel comfortable
          when asking questions.
       --Breeder acknowledges to you that they are familiar with the Breeders.NET
          Code of Ethics and have agreed to abide by their standard of behavior.
   

• What you Should Get with Your New Puppy:
       --A properly executed Registration Certificate.  Registration materials may be withheld
          if a written statement is provided of when, and under what conditions, they will be
          provided (e.g., until the time for spay or neuter by the new owner as verified by a
          veterinarian, or if a written certification identifying the exact date of birth, and the
          AKC, UKC, or CKC (in Canada) registration numbers of the Sire and Dam are
          provided instead.
       --Written, three generation pedigree
       --Health Record including a diet, inoculation, and parasite control record, and health
          guarantee.
       --Basic diet and care information.
       --Time Frame during which the puppy or dog may be examined by a license veterinarian,
          at the buyer's expense, and, upon written recommendation of the veterinarian for
          specific reasons, the puppy or dog, may be returned to the seller for a full refund
          of all money paid.

Labrador Breed:

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Caring For A New Puppy:

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