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Originally Posted by kalina82 i would think buying from the newspaper is the same as buying from the internet, except that the pups in the newspaper live much closer. Either way, i would visit the breeder and the pups. ask tons of questions, play with the mom and dad, check out the breeders house and where she keeps the dogs. if you feel uncomfortable about ANYTHING, do not buy from them. its hard because puppies tug at your heartstrings |

Some reputable breeders do advertise in newpapers just like some advertise on sites like Kijiji. Either way, they need to do pre breed testing, wait til 10-12 weeks to sell, their dogs need to meet standard, etc. You won't know til you call and ask.