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You will get expert breed guidanceIf you’ve never owned the breed before, a reputable breeder can counsel you on what to expect and help you decide if the breed will be a good match with your family and lifestyle. Good breeders aren’t in it to make a sale—they will never pressure you into buying a puppy if the breed is not a good fit.
You’ll Know Your Puppy’s HistoryResponsible breeders use pedigrees to research their breeding dog’s relatives, going back many generations to find the best possible matches that will produce healthy puppies that are good representations of the breed.
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Your Puppy Will Be a Good Example of the BreedThe characteristics outlined in the breed standard keep a purebred dog true to its roots—capable of doing the original job is was intended to do, whether that’s herding livestock, hunting in the field, dispatching vermin, or guarding the home.
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A Breeder Will Help Choose the Best Puppy for You
All puppies are different. It can be impossible for you to guess if an individual puppy in a litter will grow up to be assertive or mellow, high energy or laid back. Good breeders know their breed and know their puppies. They will help match you with the best puppy for you and your family.
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You’ll Have Lifetime Access to Expert Help
Good breeders care about their puppies even after they leave their home. A reputable breeder will encourage you to stay in contact with him or her and offer advice throughout the puppy’s lifetime, including health, grooming, training, nutrition, and behavior.
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Your Puppy Will Always Have a Home
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A good breeder feels responsible for what happens to the puppies they produce. They don’t want their puppies to ever end up in an animal shelter, or worse, on the streets. Reputable breeders will almost always take a puppy back, for any reason and at any point in the dog’s life. If one of your family members develops an allergy to the puppy or you ever find yourself in dire straits due to a divorce, job loss, health crisis, or any other reason, it’s comforting to know that your breeder will be there to help you by taking the puppy back or assisting you in rehoming it.
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