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YorkieRose · 03-18-2005, 04:22 AM

Hi

If it is pet shop and he is not a breeder, then where do the pups come from..?? 99% buy from brokers, who in turn buy from commercial and bulk breeders...most will would term them a "puppymiller".
If he says he buys from reputable breeders, that is a contradiction in terms. Reputable breeders did not sell to brokers or pet shops.
If there is nothing to hide as to where the pups come from, ask to see the registration papers and contact the breeder..all info, name of breeder and address is on AKC papers, not sure about other types of registries...JMO.
Also, ask for a vet reference and speak to the vet, ask if he/she would recommend clients to this person..ask a vet tech if they would buy a puppy from them?

03-18-2005, 04:22 AM	#2
YorkieRose No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: South Florida Posts: 8,577	store Hi If it is pet shop and he is not a breeder, then where do the pups come from..?? 99% buy from brokers, who in turn buy from commercial and bulk breeders...most will would term them a "puppymiller". If he says he buys from reputable breeders, that is a contradiction in terms. Reputable breeders did not sell to brokers or pet shops. If there is nothing to hide as to where the pups come from, ask to see the registration papers and contact the breeder..all info, name of breeder and address is on AKC papers, not sure about other types of registries...JMO. Also, ask for a vet reference and speak to the vet, ask if he/she would recommend clients to this person..ask a vet tech if they would buy a puppy from them?