Beware – Not All Golden Retriever
Breeders Offer Quality Stock
Just as is the possibility with any other business, Golden
Retriever breeders aren’t always reputable. So what should you look for when
buying a Golden Retriever puppy from a breeder? The more informed you are
before you buy, the better your chances that you will have a positive
experience when buying your new puppy.
- When you start your search, a good place to begin is with a testimonial from a satisfied owner of a Golden Retriever. Ask friends, family, co-workers or even veterinarians that can help verify the quality of a breeder you are considering getting a puppy from.
- When you are in the process of selecting a breeder be prepared to ask questions before you settle on one.
- How long have they been breeding Goldens?
- How many other breeds do they have? (A breeder that only breeds Goldens is a plus)
- Do they insist that non-show qualities are spayed or neutered at the proper age to
prevent
breeding in the future?
- Do they have a clear understanding of the temperaments of the pedigree of the pups?
- Do they offer assistance in choosing the right puppy for you and your family?
- Can they provide at least two references of people who have taken puppies from them?
- Do they require you to come and visit their premises where the mother and litter ofpuppies resides so you can see how they have been raised and cared for?
If they do
NOT allow a visit – don’t deal with this breeder!
- Do they require a non-refundable deposit? Most breeders ask for a deposit of $100-$200 for the puppy but there should never be a reason that it is not refundable.
Another red flag is a breeder who specializes in color only.
The latest fad in Golden breeders is the “white” or “ultralight” color. Some
unscrupulous breeders will even charge outrageous amounts of money for a Golden
of this variety. Steer Clear!
Good, reputable breeders do not offer this “service” and
will breed any shade of Golden. Their focus instead, is on temperament, health
and other standards that are required by the AKC.
For more than15 years we've been helping families discover
the love and loyalty of owning a golden retriever. Our puppies are whelped and
raised in our home for the first three weeks where they are well socialized by
us, the grand kids and family friends.
They are then moved outside into climate controlled areas
where they can play, explore, grow and become accustomed to outside potty
training. (They are not conditioned to do their business in the home.) This is
well appreciated by our customers when they take a puppy home and don't have to
break their puppy of bad habits. For more information on our puppies, please
feel free to visit us at http://DsGoldenDelights.com
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