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What You Should Ask Your Beagle Breeder |
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Written by Michelle Adams
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Thursday, 05 June 2008 |
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Getting your next Beagle puppy (or even a dog) from a Beagle breeder is a lot more expensive than going to a pet store, but you get a lot more for your money. Not only that, you are assured that your puppy was not bred in inhumane conditions at a puppy mill. Most pet stores and online sites in America that sell and ship puppies get their puppies from these barbaric puppy mills, where dogs are treated worse than battery hens.
by MichelleAdams
Getting your next Beagle puppy (or even a dog) from a Beagle breeder is a lot more expensive than going to a pet store, but you get a lot more for your money. Not only that, you are assured that your puppy was not bred in inhumane conditions at a puppy mill. Most pet stores and online sites in America that sell and ship puppies get their puppies from these barbaric puppy mills, where dogs are treated worse than battery hens.
A great Beagle breeder will be happy to answer all of your questions as best they can. That way they know your chances of having to give up the dog are slim. As much as you want to know if their puppies are good enough for you, great Beagle breeders want to know if you are good enough for their puppies! Don't be afraid to ask any question about breeder licenses, their show record or to see health certificates for Mom and Dad Beagle.
When you contact the Beagle breeder, there is vital Beagle information you need to have them answer you. First off, why should you buy a puppy from them? What is so special about their Beagle puppies that make them worth thousands (or however much they are selling for)? A good Beagle breeder is used to these questions and will answer them to your satisfaction.
Any Beagle breeder who treats you with contempt or belittles you should be avoided. You also need to know if they are licensed and if their stock is AKC registered.
Great Beagle breeders will give you an extensive health guarantee, in writing (yes - you need a contract!) about the health of the puppy they are selling. It is illegal for them to misrepresent the health of any puppy they sell. But great Beagle breeders will not stop at just health - they will also socialize the pup, let the pup know what a house and home living is like and will even start housetraining them.
Beagles are not known for any particular health problems through genetic disorders. But Beagle puppies do need shots and worming, and so do their parents. The best Beagle breeder will also offer a health guarantee and will take the puppy back if your vet says the puppy has an illness. See how long this is for. The best Beagle breeders will also take the puppy back anytime in the dog's life if disaster hits you and you are forced to give up the dog.
Also ask if the puppies will be registered with the AKC. If not, then they should be less than $1000. If you still have some doubts even after your visit, check with the agriculture department of your state to see if that kennel has ever been cited for health or business violations.
Please report these "breeders" to the authorities. An ethical Beagle breeder will check your home and background out to see if you are good enough for one of their puppies.
About the Author:
Michelle Adams is a passionate lover of the Beagle and owns a popular website that can show you how to have a happy, healthy and well behaved Beagle. Among other topics there, you can also learn all about Beagle Breeders plus a whole lot more. |
