[Bizzymammabee]

I think you should hold off as long as possible in the best interest of your puppy. Have you found a local vet to take him to as soon as you get him for a check up. I stress finding a vet locally that is of your choosing. Not sure what sort of health guarantee the breeder has given you but it's in your best interest to see a vet ASAP for you piece of mind and protection as far as the purchase aspect of it all. I wouldn't use the breeder's vet because I want someone working on my behalf and not trying to keep her happy because she as a breeder gives him a ton of business.

I would try to see the pup before I paid and see what sort of personality he has. Seeing as you have no knowledge of the temperment of the parents this is a good move for you. You will be able to see if he is well socialized or if you will run into behaviour problems later on. Not sure if you have children or younger siblings that will be around but it's definitely a must for any purchase.

In the interim hit your local library or book store and check out a book or two on the breed. It will give you a good idea in addition to the knowledge that the ladies and gents on this forum can give you.

I am totally in love with my new puppy Lex. I learned hard the first time when I bought my Shih Tzu four years ago and it cost me a pretty penny in vet bills. So this time I was prepared and I read several books on the breed to see what I should be looking for and what to expect. I even got a book geared to a younger audience for my girls to read.

Good luck with the puppy and even though you are anxious to get your hands on your little love muffin heed the advice that the folks here have given you..it's very sound advice. You will have this puppy to love for a very long time and you want to be sure that you and he will both be ok for the long haul. Vets bills can add up quickly.