Health and veterinary care
What screening is appropriate for this breed and its parents? What veterinary exams, vaccinations, and parasite prevention have been completed? Can I see the records?
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What to ask before you commit.
Bring these questions into your conversations with breeders and give yourself time to evaluate their answers.
Home life and temperament
Where are the puppies raised? What sounds, people and experiences do they encounter? How does the breeder help match puppies with families?
Meeting the breeder
Can I learn about the parents, see the puppy's environment where practical, and speak directly with the breeder? What support is offered after placement?
Paperwork and planning
What does the written agreement cover? Are deposits refundable? When can the puppy go home, and what happens if circumstances change?
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A reviewed profile means an application was assessed. It does not guarantee a puppy's health, replace your own questions, or mean every breeding facility received an in-person inspection.
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