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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:
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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?
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Care of the breed:
--Does this dog need brushing often?
--Does this dog need any special assistance with
clipping or grooming?
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Exercise:
-- Is a one mile walk each day enough?
-- What type of exercise is right?
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Genetic diseases:
--Is this breed subject to any genetic diseases?
--What types of tests have been performed to avoid
these diseases?
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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.
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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:
Information coming. Stay tuned.
Caring For A
New Puppy:
Information coming. Stay tuned.
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Specialties, Labradors & Crafts.
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Labradors. All rights reserved.
Revised: 02/12/10
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