How Can You Tell the Difference?
It’s just about impossible for me to tell the difference at first glance. Because I believe all people are honest, I simply believe what they are telling me! Yet, with the help of a few experts, I will, without being sued, give you some specific things to look for that will help you sort through this mess.
Let’s face it, some people are doing it right, and some people are doing it only for money. Don’t get me wrong, reputable breeders make good money when they well their prize pups, but after all, they are PRIZE pups!
On this page, we will review a few of the genetic disorders that certain breeds pass on to each generation.
Even reputable breeders, whose dogs have been certified can have pups with genetic disorders, but the chances are very slim.
A puppy mill, or inexperienced breeder, however, has an extremely high chance of passing on genetic disorders.
What I fear the most is when inexperienced or non-caring people breed dogs that have bad temperaments—Those are the dogs that are cute when they are puppy, but they grow up and become dogs, they bite. A reputable breeder will never breed a dog that has a bad temperament. |
The Difference Between Reputable Breeders, Inexperienced Backyard Breeders, and Puppy MillsIn Person and Online |
The Dog LiberatorAny time any of us picks up the phone or sends an email to try to help a homeless dog, we are all Dog Liberators! |
Advertising Says it All!
Reputable Breeders WILL NEVER:
Advertise their litter on Craig’s List Advertise on FreeCycle Advertise in the newspaper Advertise on Ebay or any other website like Ebay
Why?
Reputable Breeders rarely have more than one litter a year, and the pups are sold in advance, before they are even born.
Reputable Breeders NEVER Bring their unsold dogs to a pound, shelter, or surrender them to a rescue.
Don’t Know What to Do?Ask your vet! Never Buy on Impulse Ask questions Ask for references Research the name of the breeder and the name of their company on the internet. |
What is a Reputable Breeder?
Reputable Breeders show their dogs. They belong to breed-specific organizations. Their dogs have won titles, won in breed-specific contests. Because reputable Breeders’ dogs are considered the epitome of the breed’s standards, their pups are very valuable.
What about Registration Papers?Just because a dog has papers that labels the dog as a pure breed, it doesn’t mean that he truly is. Many puppy mills create their own “registration company” and will give you phony papers that are worthless. Oh sure, they are registered, but they are registered with the puppy mill operator’s own company.
Important Notice: Just because your dog may have papers that are not recognized by any of the major AKC-recognized organizations, it does not mean that your dog is less beautiful, less loving, less obedient, or less deserving of your love and attention! The purpose of this page is to allow you to be aware that you may be spending quite a bit of money for a dog that you think is a champion, when instead, the dog you are buying may produce evidence of genetic disorders as your dog becomes older. |
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