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This article is from the rec.pets.dogs: Getting A Dog FAQ, posted to
rec.pets.dogs newsgroup. Maintained by Cindy Tittle Moore with
numerous contributions by others.
007. Breeders
If you plan to show your dog, or desire a healthy pet-quality
purebred, find a responsible breeder. Don't use newspaper
advertisements. Attend dog shows or performance events instead and
talk to the owners and breeders there. Try contacting the local breed
club for the breed you are interested in. It's best to get to know
several breeders before they actually have litters you would like to
get puppies from. This gives you a chance to learn more about the
breed, learn more about the philosophies and intents of the breeders
you know, and learn more about the prospective parents of your pup.
The more information you have, the better off you will be.
Remember, though no breeder is *automatically* responsible or ethical
just from the source you were referred from. You must determine
whether a particular breeder is suitable for your needs, and the more
time and research you put into this, the better your results will be.
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