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04-24-2006, 09:15 AM | #1 |
Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Northern Virginia
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| What to ask? Can anyone give me some advice on what I should ask a breeder before buying a yorkie pup as a pet? I finally found a breeder not too far from me, but I'm not sure what type of information I should obtain before deciding on buying the little guy. The breeder was very nice, but the way she provides information is by me asking specifc quesitons. I'm not sure what all I should ask about. Help pleeeeeeez... |
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04-24-2006, 10:15 AM | #2 |
Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Indiana
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| Some ?'s just off the top my head that I would ask is: 1. Can I see both parents 2. Can I see where (the area) you've raised them so far 3. Do you have their pedigrees 4. Can I see the parents medical records 5. Can I see vaccination records 6. Do you have any references from whom you've sold puppies 7. How many litters has the mother had... father sired 8. Can I call your Vet 9. Can I stay and play with the puppies for awhile I know there are more, maybe someone else can help.
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04-24-2006, 10:35 AM | #3 |
YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: El Paso, Texas
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| Here is a list of questions to consider: 1. Are the puppies’ parents “certified”? This means that certain breeds are often at risk for genetic conditions such as hip problems, heart problems and eye problems. Most of these diseases are inherited, meaning the disease is passed from parent to puppy. Many breeders will have their dogs evaluated and tested for that disease and ultimately “certified” by a veterinary specialist to be disease-free. Know about the breed and if there are any common genetic problems 2. What are the sizes of the puppy’s parents? Know how big the parents are, to get a good idea of how big your puppy will be. Is that the size dog you want? 3. Ask to meet the parents. If possible, meet the puppy’s parents. Notice if they appear to be in good health and evaluate their overall temperament. Are they shy, aggressive, or well adjusted? 4. How have they socialized the pups? Have the pups been around other dogs? Other people? Socialization is critical in puppies 6 – 16 weeks old. Proper socialization consisting of good experiences of a puppy with other puppies and lots of different ages, sizes and types of people will give you the best chance at having a well-adjusted dog. 5. What vaccines has he had? How many shots has he received and when will the puppy be due for his next puppy shot? 6. Have the puppies been dewormed? All puppies are born with worms and routine deworming is recommended. 7. Has any of the puppies in the litter been sick? If so, what were the signs, the diagnosis and treatment? 8. What visits has the puppies had with the veterinarian? Have they been examined and declared “healthy”? If not, what problems have they had? Have they been on any medications? 9. What is their guarantee? What guarantee does the breeder give with their puppies? If the puppy is found to have a severe illness, what will they do? This is a difficult topic but one that is a lot easier to cover up front rather than later. 10. Recommendations? Ask the breeder for a couple references of puppy owners that they have sold within the past year. CALL them. Find out if the breeder was fair, if they were happy with their pups, and how any problems were handled. 11. Breeders contract? Does your breeder require a breeder’s contract? If so, what is in it? Is the breeder willing to take back the puppy at any time, if you can’t keep it? 12. Limited registration - Some breeders require that you spay or neuter your dog by a certain age. If that is the case, that may not be a problem but it is best to know before you get your puppy. 13. What is the family history? Ask if the breeder has information about the breed line. For example, ask how long the dogs have lived and what they have died from. Write it down. This may be important for monitoring your pet as he gets older. 14. What is the breeder currently feeding the puppy? Regardless of what they are feeding, it is ideal to continue feeding the same food for the first few days at home to minimize the risk of gastrointestinal disturbances. If you choose to change the diet, do it gradually. 15. Health certificate and certificate of sale – Ask the breeder if he will supply a health certificate for the puppy issued by his veterinarian. Some states require also a certificate of sale. 16. Does the breeder belong to a breed club? Ask for references |
04-24-2006, 11:05 AM | #4 |
Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Northern Virginia
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| Thank you so much Yorkie 3 and Lacy's Mom. There are definitely some points I didn't hit. I appreciate the adivce! |
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