In this article, I will discuss the pros and cons of the dilemma dog buyers face. Where should I buy my new pet? Once you have decided that you can properly take responsibility for caring for another life and the breed that you would like. Here comes the topic, where do I get my new pet?

There are options:

  • From family or friends
  • street corners
  • Newspaper ads
  • websites
  • Local pet stores
  • Corporate pet stores (warehouse, beware of puppy mills)
  • dog rescues
  • vets
  • Small Family Breeders
  • great breeders

    There are many problems with each of the above options; You will need to make a logical decision from those sources and choose the best one for your particular needs.

    What you need to do if you really want to make the best decision for yourself is to list the pros and cons of each and determine which one you can live with. Let’s take each one and make a list. Now remember, I suggest you make your own lists based on your experiences, location, and cost factors.

    Consider the following questions to ponder in your lists:

  • Price
  • Shipping Cost
  • Breed Purity
  • Experience in breeding and controls.
  • puppy socialization
  • Health
  • Immunizations and deworming
  • Puppy happiness or physique
  • Certificates (AKC, CKC, Vet Exams, etc.)
  • Guarantee

    Consider, intuitive questions;

  • Is this a puppy kennel?
  • Is the owner or business in it purely for profit or providing good service and a happy healthy pup?
  • How did the breeder or representative relate to you personally?
  • Ask for references, call about previous sales and puppies.

    I know this may seem like a lot of work and you may feel like you are doing these things mentally and don’t really need a physical list. But your mind does two things that it classifies as good and bad according to your desires. Whereas a physical list makes you analyze the data. You may still make the emotional decision, but in the long run, isn’t it worth the extra effort for your new dog, companion, and friend?

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