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Once you decide on the breed you wish to purchase and you locate a
reputable breeder - the toughest part is yet to come. Upon arrival at the
breeders you will be faced with many of the most beautiful little faces you
have ever seen. Choosing the best pup for your family should be more than
picking the one that you think is the cutest.
Prior to being introduced to the pups you should ask to see both parents if
they are available. This should be done before seeing the pups if you are
going to make an educated decision instead of an emotional one. By
spending time with the adults you will get an idea of what a puppy from this
litter may look and act like as they mature. It is true that how the pup is raised
and trained will have a drastic effect on what they turn out like as adults, but
you should get to know the parents as your first step in acquiring the
information you will need to make the best choice. If the breeder tells you that
you cannot see the mother of the litter because she gets protective over her
pups, you should take caution as this may or may not be the entire truth. You
need to determine if the female has a good nature, if she is always untrusting
of others a pup from this litter may have this tendency as well.
After visiting with the parents, if you have decided that they are suitable to
your desires then go spend time with the pups. Take notice first of which pup
or pups break away from their littermates and the mom to run and see you.
This is often a sign of a pup that will be harder to train as they may tend to be
stubborn or high energy. If they are comfortable leaving the safety of the
other pups and mother to run and see strangers they may not be the best
choice in the litter for a family pup.
Also watch them interact with each other. A pup that is bullying or picking on
the other pups will tend to also be more aggressive in nature with humans.
This does not always translate into problems with biting or attacking people
as much as being submissive to thier owner and easy to train.
When you pick up each pup that you are interested in flip them over on their
back and cradle them much like you would a baby. If the pup struggles
fiercely and does not settle down at all note this as well. You are looking for a
puppy that might struggle some but who will relax and enjoy a good belly rub
at the same time.
Always ask the breeder which pups seem to be the bully or lead pup from the
litter. Try to find one that is not the most aggressive nor the shyest that does
not have an interest in meeting you. One right in the middle is the best choice
for a family pup!
Find out what the pups were doing prior to your visit. If they just ate or were
having a rough play time with each other - they may not be acting like what is
typical for them. So, always listen to the breeder if what you are witnessing is
different than what they are recommending. Pups get tired after mealtime and
playtime. The puppy with the most energy may be having a sleepy period
when you visit.
reputable breeder - the toughest part is yet to come. Upon arrival at the
breeders you will be faced with many of the most beautiful little faces you
have ever seen. Choosing the best pup for your family should be more than
picking the one that you think is the cutest.
Prior to being introduced to the pups you should ask to see both parents if
they are available. This should be done before seeing the pups if you are
going to make an educated decision instead of an emotional one. By
spending time with the adults you will get an idea of what a puppy from this
litter may look and act like as they mature. It is true that how the pup is raised
and trained will have a drastic effect on what they turn out like as adults, but
you should get to know the parents as your first step in acquiring the
information you will need to make the best choice. If the breeder tells you that
you cannot see the mother of the litter because she gets protective over her
pups, you should take caution as this may or may not be the entire truth. You
need to determine if the female has a good nature, if she is always untrusting
of others a pup from this litter may have this tendency as well.
After visiting with the parents, if you have decided that they are suitable to
your desires then go spend time with the pups. Take notice first of which pup
or pups break away from their littermates and the mom to run and see you.
This is often a sign of a pup that will be harder to train as they may tend to be
stubborn or high energy. If they are comfortable leaving the safety of the
other pups and mother to run and see strangers they may not be the best
choice in the litter for a family pup.
Also watch them interact with each other. A pup that is bullying or picking on
the other pups will tend to also be more aggressive in nature with humans.
This does not always translate into problems with biting or attacking people
as much as being submissive to thier owner and easy to train.
When you pick up each pup that you are interested in flip them over on their
back and cradle them much like you would a baby. If the pup struggles
fiercely and does not settle down at all note this as well. You are looking for a
puppy that might struggle some but who will relax and enjoy a good belly rub
at the same time.
Always ask the breeder which pups seem to be the bully or lead pup from the
litter. Try to find one that is not the most aggressive nor the shyest that does
not have an interest in meeting you. One right in the middle is the best choice
for a family pup!
Find out what the pups were doing prior to your visit. If they just ate or were
having a rough play time with each other - they may not be acting like what is
typical for them. So, always listen to the breeder if what you are witnessing is
different than what they are recommending. Pups get tired after mealtime and
playtime. The puppy with the most energy may be having a sleepy period
when you visit.
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