Adopting A Puppy Or Dog

A dog might be at the top of your child’s Christmas list, or even your own Christmas list but is it really a good idea to bring a puppy home during the holidays? There are some things that you should ask yourself first before deciding to bring that cute ball of fur home for Christmas….

I hear so many of my clients say, “I just want a pet, I don’t need to get my puppy from a responsible breeder.”  Then they go bargain shopping on Craigslist or Kijiji and find a great bargain priced puppy.  They put so much time and love into training their puppy and then it starts…the…

If you’ve ever contacted a responsible breeder about a puppy, you may have been told that they don’t decide where each puppy is going until after they do evaluations.  But what is the purpose of this, why do dog breeders evaluate their puppies?  Responsible dog breeders put a lot of thought, research and financial investment…

When looking for a puppy, it’s easy to fall in love with the cute puppy pictures.  What you have to remember, though, is that not all puppy ads are placed by responsible breeders.  The majority of ads placed on internet classified cites are backyard breeders or puppy mills.  It’s important to learn how to spot…

You’ve done your research and found the breed that perfectly fits your lifestyle.  You are excited now to find a breeder but don’t have any idea of where to start looking.  Recognizing a good dog breeder is just as important as finding the breed that best suits your lifestyle.  If you don’t take the time…

Once you have researched breeders and have your choices narrowed down, it’s time to contact them.  Not sure what to say?  We have some tips for contacting a responsible breeder that we are sharing. Related Article:  Secrets Revealed: How To Find A Responsible Breeder How To Contact A Dog Breeder 1. Introduce yourself When you…

When it comes to adopting or shopping, I am definitely pro choice.  I do not believe that people should be shamed if they buy a dog from a breeder just like I do not believe that people should be shamed for adopting a mixed breed rescue.  Both are great choices but which option is right…

Adding a puppy to the family is a very exciting time.  And if you have children they will be anxiously awaiting the arrival of their new family member.  But for the puppy, this can be a very stressful time.  He is leaving his mother, his siblings and the only home that he has ever known….