Joey's breeder made it very clear that we would not be picking the puppy up the day we met, she wanted us to see the dogs, and "talk", she spent a long time talking about the dogs, and their needs and I felt very much like I had to pass her test, not the other way around. This was, of course, after we sent several e-mails and had many phone conversations. What I'm trying to say is that just because someone looks or acts respectable, it isn't enough. Ask them questions about their beliefs in discipline and training, and really keep a keen ear open for anything that alarms you. They need to pass your test, as well as you passing theirs. |