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Originally Posted by Mardelin  As Nancy says, it's impossible to evaluate a pup at 12 weeks of age and know what they will be as adults. After all all puppies are cute.
And your right, there are those breeder/exhibitors that line breed and pretty much know their dogs are going to be good representations of the breed. However, these breeder/exhibitors are looking for that special dog that has the total package. That being said, these breeders have set 2 prices; 1 for pet and one for show. No fluxuation for size, male or female.
I never deviate my price even if a C-section was needed for the litter or emergency care for the dam and pups......my price is what it is. Yes, I've been known to come down in price; since it's not about the money for me, it's about finding the perfect home for my pup. |
In reality, most of mine are older than the 12 week mark when I place them. I usually can tell by then at least some things...size, shape and set of ears, tail carriage, eye shape and set, how much they're breaking color, and a decent 'guess' on size. I think you can be a little more certain if you've watched dogs from that line mature and have seen the traits expressed at different ages. That's why I posted earlier about holding all of Roger's and Bonnie's first litter for 9 months.....to see their traits mature.