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Dog
and cat pet tips - on Pets.ca
Cat illness, dog is sick, behavior
problems....Once a week Pets.ca will publish a pet tip. Tip - 10 - Dog breeders
and cat breeders - How to choose a reputable breeder Although there are many
good breeders out there there are also many bad breeders. These
are breeders that keep their pets in horrible surroundings and
have no real interest in the breed. Their only goal is to make
money. Here is a small checklist to help you determine the difference.
- Lack of knowledge -
Ask the breeder questions about the particular breed they are
selling. They should know tons of information including any
genetic defects or health issues that affect their particular
breed. If they don't know enough of this crucial information,
beware!
- Environment -
A reputable breeder will show you where the kittens or puppies
were raised, and will show you the mother and offspring. If
these areas are clean and tidy, this is a good sign. Beware
of any breeder who only wants to show you the animal they are
selling and not where that animal was raised.
- Competition -
Most of the best breeders show their breeds at professional
competitions.
- Documentation -
If the breeder says the puppies or kittens are registered with
the CKC, AKC or CFA etc., they should have the documentation
to back it up.
It important to know
that if you are going to purchase a pet from a breeder, it
should be from a professional reputable breeder. There are plenty of
'backyard' breeders. These are people that just put 2 dogs or
cats together and sell the offspring. They know very little about
the actual breed and it is often just an amusing pastime for
the kids, and a way to make extra money. These people may not
be bad people, but they are bad breeders. It is important for
you the consumer to spot the difference. After all, a pet is
a lifetime commitment. Better yet - if you're
not planning on showing your pet professionally, why not save
a life and adopt a pet from a shelter. You may even find the
breed you are after, you'll save money and a life. See the
other pet tips here:
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