If you’re part of an active social circle where getting the best referral is only a phone call away then you’ll be adopting your new fur baby in no time. However if getting a good referral is easier said than done, continue reading.
Professionals
A legit breeder will demonstrate the following traits:
- Facility is clean and welcome customers to visit
- Puppies are clean, happy, and healthy
- Facility has more than enough space for dogs to play and stretch legs
- Breeds only a few types of dogs
- Very knowledgeable
- Meets psychical & psychological needs of pups
- Doesn’t always have dogs available
- Has a strong relationship with local veterinarians
- Provide references from other families
- Provide care guidance & training
- Member of local or national clubs for breeders
- Explains any possible breed specific health problems
- Meets with all customers before giving puppy away
- Provides contract and allows you time to read & answer questions
- Doesn’t require you to use their vet
Required from you
A professional will want to know the following from you:
- Reason you want to adopt
- Who will be caring for the dog
- Proof of your vet
- Proof from landlord that your apt is pet friendly
- Agree to spay/neuter by signing contract
- Agree to return pup if you no longer have the ability to properly care for pet by signing a contract