[matese]

If I were to shop for a puppy, I would look for a breeder that showed their dogs. Reason for this is because, that breeder is breeding for their next show quality dog, all generics are done, sire and dam matched to get that perfect show quality pup. I would know I was getting a healthy, sound puppy. The purchase cost would be higher but in the long run there would be less vet costs, pay more up front, but less "down the road". I would be looking for a healthy puppy. That is NOT to say buying a puppy from a breeder that shows a puppy would never get sick, or have a generic issues, it just lessens the possibility.