How to spot a fake dog breeder
True blue breeders are a rare find. Most serious breeders have nothing but excellence on their minds and the welfare of their litter on their hearts. Breeders have accumulated enough knowledge in their breeding years and research the proper ethics, practices and responsible attitude of the breeder.
So you’ve decided you want a dog and you’re ready to treat him right, the question of finding the right breeder will get you started on the right foot.
There are several telltale signs to look for if you are not getting information from the breeder you are talking to. Keep in mind that you are on a journey to welcome a pet into your life, attention to detail is important. Listed below are the top 5 things to keep in mind when dealing with a breeder.
1.) The “breeder” is not interested in knowing anything about you or your personality. Don’t mistake a breeder who doesn’t ask questions about what he can do for a responsible owner who trusts you. Any True Blue breeder cares about what happens to his puppies. Part of puppy training is associating with your family, so it’s like giving family. In addition to trying to get it evaluated, breeders ask you to sign a contract stating that you have to spay or neuter the puppy, a provision that you inform the breeder if the dog develops any ailments, and that you inform them if it doesn’t. able to take care of the dog ever again.
Fake breeders are often in a hurry to close the deal smoothly and get their money. This should set off alarm bells in your head. There must be something wrong with the puppy that the ‘breeder’ is so keen to get rid of.
2.) The breeder is reluctant to give you a tour of his kennel and only has a box of puppies. Just the act itself makes it look like a bargain basement sale. It is their front to breeders or they don’t have the proper kennel to breed dogs. A proper kennel takes care of the prey during the start, a clean kennel and tidy setup just show you the time and care that true blue breeders give their dogs.
Fake breeders are not ashamed of their kennel or breeders are proud of what they have achieved and will not be ashamed of it.
3.) “Breeder” is incomplete about the pedigree or lineage of your puppy. A proper breeder provides you with a registered puppy with proper documentation and copies of his mother and father.
Fake “breeders” have not even dared to fill out any registrations, since registration requires documentation of their fake operation.
4.) Extremely beware of “breeders” who have a presence that scares the puppies or the mother and father. Sure they can ask the right questions and pass the documentation and paperwork, BUT a scared dog or puppy from a breeder means they are engaging in unethical practices. Buying a puppy from this breeder will save the puppy BUT it will be ready for the extensive rehabilitation or humane partnership the puppy has to go through to rid itself of the trauma. If that’s too much on your plate, I suggest you don’t buy the puppy.
5.) Before you buy a puppy, research the common selling price. A canvas of three or four breeders in an area will give you a good idea of the cost, or better yet, ask a vet about the going rate (if you’re aware).
Fake “breeders” are in the business of driving down prices, just like when stores have a sale on damaged items. On the outside, the pup may appear healthy, but if paperwork (inoculation records, control records) are not presented, it may be suspect.
These are simple details to consider when purchasing a puppy or pet dog. There are people who breed for money and just don’t care much about the animals they breed or the proper way to breed. Puppy mills are organized bogus dealers who sell wholesale and consignment.
We recommend buying from shelters or rescue centers, these pets need parents who won’t let them down.
