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MyFairLacy · 09-15-2007, 04:22 PM

Puppy should be 12 weeks before you take it home.
Breeder should have had parents genetically tested for health issue, as well as the dogs further back in the pedigree
Papers in themselves are not important, but reputable breeders should have AKC or UKC registered dogs
Puppy should be sold with limited registration (if registered) on a spay/neuter contract
Puppy should look healthy - clean, shiny coat, alert and shiny eyes, no discharge, no loose stools.
Breeder should offer AT LEAST a one-year health guarantee, although the longer the better
Breeder should be feeding the puppies a premium puppy food

09-15-2007, 04:22 PM	#3
MyFairLacy Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW, Texas Posts: 11,003	Puppy should be 12 weeks before you take it home. Breeder should have had parents genetically tested for health issue, as well as the dogs further back in the pedigree Papers in themselves are not important, but reputable breeders should have AKC or UKC registered dogs Puppy should be sold with limited registration (if registered) on a spay/neuter contract Puppy should look healthy - clean, shiny coat, alert and shiny eyes, no discharge, no loose stools. Breeder should offer AT LEAST a one-year health guarantee, although the longer the better Breeder should be feeding the puppies a premium puppy food __________________ ~Magnifique Yorkies~ Purchasing from backyard breeders, pet shops, and puppymills perpetuates the suffering of other dogs. Educate yourself and buy from reputable breeders or rescue.