Choosing a dog breeder
A good breeder affects a dog's health and temperament for its whole life. Puppy mills and online scams are unfortunately common. This guide helps you recognise a responsible breeder and avoid the most common pitfalls.
You will need
- A list of breeds you are interested in
- Access to the Finnish Kennel Club's KoiraNet breeding database
- A list of questions for the breeder
- Time for a visit to the breeder
Steps
Find out about the breed's health
Read about the breed's most common diseases and its breeding programme on the breed club's website. That way you know which health tests to ask about for the parents.
Look for breeders
Check the parents' details
Interview the breeder
Meet the mother and the puppies
Watch out for scams
Read the sales contract
Check the handover papers
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