Champion & Health-Tested Parents for Higher Quality & Healthier Pups
Pet vs Show: AKC Limited reg and/or Co-ownership are used until AKC Titled or Spayed/Neutered
We request and check references for puppy homes
When seeking a great pup, research and find answers to questions like these:
Are they on good terms with the breeder of their adults?
Are they in violation of their contract with their breeder?
How long have they been breeding?
Where do they live? In a zero lot line home with no fenced yard?
Is the breeder in violation of their HOA?
Is their puppy application 6 or more pages and totally exhausting?
Does their contract have monetary fines and prevent you from "owning" the dog?
Does their contract stipulate they have the right to remove the dog from your premise?
How many dogs do they have?
How well and where do their adult dogs live?
How many litters do they have annually?
How many times do they breed each female?
How many different breeds do they breed?
Are both parents tested for DCM, hip dysplasia, eyes?
Have you been to their premises? Do they have references?
What is their main source of livelihood?
What does your gut tell you?