If you’re looking for a new dog, check your local RSPCA or other animal rescue group first. There are many wonderful puppies and dogs out there looking for new homes. But if you can’t find the right dog for you, or have your heart set on a specific breed, you’ll need to find a good breeder.
Follow our Smart Puppy Buyer’s Guide and you’ll be on the right track to taking home a healthy, well-adjusted puppy and helping to prevent the sale of puppies from puppy mills or irresponsible breeders.
Healthy puppies come from breeders who:
- Plan ahead and aim to find good homes for every puppy they breed
- Provide a high standard of care and living conditions for all their dogs
- Are genuinely concerned about the welfare of their dogs
- Are open to questions and provide a complete history of the puppy
- Make sure that you will suit the puppy and the puppy will suit you
- Breed to produce happy, healthy pets, free from known genetic disorders
- Provide ongoing support and information to new owners
- Provide a guarantee
- Provide references on request
- Meet all their legal requirements
You can download the full Smart Puppy Buyer's Guide from the link below. It's essential reading for all prospective puppy buyers.
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