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I always hear of bad dog breeding farms and their inhumane treatment, etc. I am looking for a puppy for my kid for xmas time and while there are many listed in the local paper, how do I know I am getting a quality dog from a reputable breeder?

Is there some sort of certification program or some group that keeps tabs on these types of things? I don't mind paying a reasonable amount for one, just would like to get one that wasn't born under inhumane circumstances.
 


It's pretty easy to spot shitty breeders if you go and visit the breeders house.

Ask to see both of the parents, but not until you get there. A reputable breeder will be able to show them to you without a problem, a shitty one will almost always scramble.

I would be wary of any breeder offering the equivalent of a replacement plan on the dogs, chances are that if they can produce enough of them to shoot out replacements like that, they don't take the best care for each dog, more quantity over quality.

Now this isn't always true, just what I've experienced first hand.
 
Yes! Go visit them and pick it up. Don't let them meet you somewhere or deliver them.
Our breeder is here in Illinois. We have 3 dogs, two are from him. Don't know where you are but if you're looking for something in particular I can give you his email. He knows people all over the country that breed all sorts of breeds.

Quality dogs aren't cheap but in the long run they're cheaper since they're not all fucked up from inbreeding.

Their site is SugarHillBorderTerriers
Two of the dogs in the header picture as well as the one on the about us page are mine.
 
LotsOfZeros said:
I always hear of bad dog breeding farms and their inhumane treatment, etc. I am looking for a puppy for my kid for xmas time and while there are many listed in the local paper, how do I know I am getting a quality dog from a reputable breeder?

Is there some sort of certification program or some group that keeps tabs on these types of things? I don't mind paying a reasonable amount for one, just would like to get one that wasn't born under inhumane circumstances.
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Kind of depends on what you want to get, big dog for outside or small dog for home.

Seriously, hit the Humane Society. Lots of previously loved dogs that would hump your leg forever to have the chance to be a little boy's dog again.
 
tweak50 said:
It's pretty easy to spot shitty breeders if you go and visit the breeders house.

Ask to see both of the parents, but not until you get there. A reputable breeder will be able to show them to you without a problem, a shitty one will almost always scramble.
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Not always true - quite a lot of breeders just keep bitches, and pair them up with someone else's prize winning stud dog. Male dogs who still have their cahones can be a real pain in the ass to have around. Definitely visit their house though. You should be able to tell pretty quickly if they're dodgy.

Personally, I'd never get a dog from an newspaper advertisement - always go for recommendation.

Definitely take a look around the animal shelter... you can get some really lovely dogs from there, and you're doing a good deed.

If you're after a certain breed, the best place to look for start is breed-specific rescue places. Google e.g. "labrador rescue" and your area or whatever. Give them a call, if they don't have anything suitable they should be able to give you a list of decent breeders, if you ask.

Make sure you research common problems with a breed e.g. a lot of larger dogs have problems with hip displasia. Good breeders will know about this and take steps to avoid it.


Another sign of a good breeder is that they will probably ask you a lot of questions to establish whether or not they think you're a suitable owner for their dogs. The good ones do it because they're obsessed with dogs, rather than as a business, hence they're very fussy about who they will sell dogs to.

What sort of dog are you thinking of getting? In my experience cross breeds/mongrels tend to have better personalities and health; a lot of the negative traits of individual breeds tend to get balanced out. Also expensive pure breds can be a theft target - unless you train them to attack gyppos on sight. :angryfire:
 
Look for forums focussing on the breed you want and ask about there. Get a rescue dog if you can.
 
Elvie said:
If you are in the US - there is a breed club for Golden Retrievers that can help you out.
Golden Retriever Club of America: Golden Retriever Club of America - All About Goldens
Most states have member clubs of the GRCA and their own rescue program.
I'm on my 3rd Golden Retriever now - they are wonderful dogs. Make sure you are prepared for the shedding!
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I saw a Goodle the other day. I think that's what they are called. It was mix of a golden retriever and a standard poodle. It looked like this:
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Cool as hell.

Anyway, I think mixed breeds are much cooler and less likely to go postal on you.
 
^^ My friend has one and its a great dog. When she breeds her, I surely want one. My friends doesn't have the curly poodle hair, its a little more straight. Overall great dog.
 
I'm also putting my hat in the Pound / Shelter ring...
The dogs are MUCH better socialised with both animals and people, so you generally end up with a pet that has a better personality. They also tend to give them their shots while they're there, and that can save you a LOT of money for a puppy.

You also find really interesting half breeds (and don't be suckered into paying out for bullshit "breeds" like "Labradoodles. They're half-breeds, no thoroughbreds!).
My dog is a ChowChow x German Sheppard. Great personality, easily trained, weighs 38kg and still thinks he's a lap dog... And is strong enough to dislocate my arm if he sees a possum while on leash.
Got him for $120 from the pound.
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All great suggestions. It's hard to find a puppy at a pound and that's what we really want since my wife has two cats. I'd think a new adult dog would think we got him 2 furry chew toys as a welcome gift.
 
HarveyJ said:
I'm also putting my hat in the Pound / Shelter ring...
The dogs are MUCH better socialised with both animals and people, so you generally end up with a pet that has a better personality. They also tend to give them their shots while they're there, and that can save you a LOT of money for a puppy.

You also find really interesting half breeds (and don't be suckered into paying out for bullshit "breeds" like "Labradoodles. They're half-breeds, no thoroughbreds!).
My dog is a ChowChow x German Sheppard. Great personality, easily trained, weighs 38kg and still thinks he's a lap dog... And is strong enough to dislocate my arm if he sees a possum while on leash.
Got him for $120 from the pound.
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Beautiful dog. I had a Chow and Sheppard mix, and she was the best damn dog a person could ask for. She had red and black hair. :)
 
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