Buying Puppies

Oh, I hope he followz thru for you! Please keep us posted-really-please do! I will literally be saying a prayer for you that everything goes smoothly. Do you have proof that these other people have been burnt by this breeder? You know the papers don't take that long to get! Has he even registered them to him yet? If so, ask if he can give you your papers so you can register them now-it wouldn't hurt to do this! How old are the pups now? Have you seen the puppies parents yet & have you asked to see their registry papers? If not, please do!!!! Ask if he has any references for you to go by. Ask him also for the parents Registry Numbers & then email the registry they are registered through to see if he is in good standing or if they are actually are registered themselves. Ask if they are AKC, APRI or CKC!!! Well, I don't know what else to say to you! Well I guess I have one more important thing-it really is important to have your pups registered becasue if they were ever lost or stolen then it would be easier to get them back-having their papers would prove they are yours-you never know if someone moght steal them if they were to get loose & you have to take these nasty people to court to get your babies back! GET THEM REGISTERED PLEASE! And another thing to think about is to get them Microchipped. Sorry for being so long-Iam just a big worry wart. :!:

Chiwaluv, there are places on the internet that you can search to see if the breeder in question is USDA licensed. It is always wise to buy from a breeder that you can visit in person but if you cant do that then make sure they have good references, ask to speak to their vet to check on how they treat their animals. Ask for pedigrees on the sire and dam and if the breeder does any health testing. A health guarentee for 1 yr is a joke, IMHO. Many dogs who develop debilitating genetic issues like patella problems do so in yrs down the road. A breeder should be willing to stand behind their puppies for the life of their puppies. If this breeder is USDA licensed then you have problem. Only those requiring this license have large numbers of animals whom are treated more like livestock then pets. ALL Puppymillers and commercial operations are required by law to be registered with the USDA. When it gets down to it you should never buy sight unseen unless you've really done your homework on your breeder and his operation and know exactly what you are getting yourself into. Since you've already put down a deposit, do as much as you can to find out about this person and their practices before you accept the puppies. It could save you thousands in vets bills down the road!!!