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Originally Posted by concretegurl  So much to digest, I cannot believe the honesty and comprehensive coverage you have complied here!
I'm curious and perhaps playing the devil's advocate just before you post this as a sticky...I'm "one of those" looking for a out of standard, perhaps retained by a breeder to see the development of the pup and then when pup doesn't turn out to be show or breeding quality, breeder would need to find a suitable home-is it possible to see a notation on how that often occurs and what to ask a breeder when getting an older pup or re-homed dog...?
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Thank you!
A lot of the
reputable breeder/exhibitors only breed for themselves so it would
usually be the case that they wait to see if they are show quality to add to their breeding program. But others may take their chances and pick their show prospect early. Out-of-standard is the reason they'll place pups as pets so they can improve their breeding program. Keep in mind every dog has some faults. Every breeder has those puppies who just don't turn out as good as they hoped and place them in loving pet homes.
As for what questions to ask...I don't think anything changes from what's already been given in determining if they're a reputable breeder.
Mary might have add'l sugestions for you
