A new family pet is a big decision and the process you use to get that new pet is important. If you have made the decision that a Pug is what you want as the new family pet then the next thing you need to do is learn some ways of spotting a fake Pug breeder so that you do not wind up doing business you will regret later. There are questions you can ask and tools you can use to spot a fake Pug breeder and as a new owner it is your responsibility to make sure that you are making the right decision.
A breeder registry is an organization that sets breeding standards from years of experience and then they allow breeders to list with their registry as long as those breeders agree to follow the registry's standards. If the Pug breeder you are considering is not listed with a breeding registry then it may be a sign that they could be a fake Pug breeder.
There is no substitute for a vet when it comes to a resource for valuable pet information. When you are looking for a Pug breeder you can always run the names of prospective breeders by your vet and see if they have any advice to offer you on the Pug breeders you are considering. If you do not have a vet yet then the perfect time to get one is during the breeder selection phase as the information that your vet has can be extremely valuable when you are making this very important decision.
Many people forget to consult their local law enforcement officials when considering potential Pug breeders and this is a mistake. If you are considering Pug breeders and one of them has a history with local law enforcement then that is something you what to know as a criminal breeder is more than like a fake breeder and not one that you want to do business with.
Of course to really get a feel for whether or not the Pug breeder you are considering is a fake or not will require talking with the breeder directly to see what their procedures are like. A good breeder will make sure that a new owner leaves with detailed care and feeding instructions for caring for your new dog along with a food sample so you know what to feed your dog. If this is not the policy of the Pug breeder you are considering then it may be time to consider looking at a different Pug breeder.
Every step you take in getting a new pet is very important and that includes deciding on which Pug breeder you will be doing business with. Making sure you are only talking to qualified breeders is an important thing to do and you should be sure to take every precaution in your search for a Pug breeder and make sure you eliminate all of the undesirable candidates right away.
This article can help you spot fake Pug breeders. This article is full of helpful Pug information regarding the qualities to look for in a breeder.
Sunday, May 25, 2008
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
What To Ask Your Prospective Pug Breeder
If you are in the market for a Pug puppy, know that you are getting a very dependant breed of dog. Because of their unnatural squashed faces, Pugs tend to have a lot of breathing problems. Because of their wrinkly skin and squashed faces, they have trouble cleaning themselves. Because of their large eyes, they often get eye injuries. All Pug puppies are cute, but keep in mind you are getting a dog man designed, not nature designed.
If you are still in the market for a Pug puppy after considering all that Pug information, please go to an American Kennel Club licensed breeder or a Pug breed rescue group. At least you will have the healthiest and sanest version on this most unnatural dog possible. Since Pugs are so popular, you will be likely to find Pug breeders in most of the continental United States. But not all Pug breeders are alike.
You should also ask your potential Pug breeder about how long they've been breeding Pugs, what their show records are and what they strive to produce in their Pug puppies. If you are contacting a website of a Pug breeder, ask if the Pug puppies are from European bloodlines. Usually the site will say. If there is any mention that all of the puppies are from Europe, run away. You are not dealing with a legitimate Pug breeder, but a puppy broker who serves as a middleman for puppy mills of America and Europe. Never buy a puppy sight unseen.
You should also ask a Pug breeder who their vet is and if they have any references from past customers. This is not rude to ask. Usually, you won’t have time to ask, because you will be inundated with photos and stories about past Pug puppies and their lives now, much like a proud grandparent will shower you with photos of the grandkids.
And a good Pug breeder will shower you with questions, as well. If you meet the Pug breeder through his or her website, then you will be required to fill out a lengthy application about your history with dogs and your knowledge of Pug information. Responsible Pug breeders will prefer to place their pups in homes with past Pug experience, no matter how much money you offer. They will also inspect your home and make a lot of suggestions that they expect you to follow.
Another important question to ask a Pug breeder is what happens later on in your life if suddenly you can no longer keep a dog? Good Pug breeders will have in their contracts a clause that states that you can bring the Pug back anytime during the Pug's life (provided the breeder is still alive). You won’t get your money back, but you will know your Pug will have a good home. That knowledge is priceless.
There are too many Pug breeders in the world and not enough homes for the Pug pups. If people knew basic Pug information before buying a puppy there would be a lot fewer abandoned puppies.
If you are still in the market for a Pug puppy after considering all that Pug information, please go to an American Kennel Club licensed breeder or a Pug breed rescue group. At least you will have the healthiest and sanest version on this most unnatural dog possible. Since Pugs are so popular, you will be likely to find Pug breeders in most of the continental United States. But not all Pug breeders are alike.
You should also ask your potential Pug breeder about how long they've been breeding Pugs, what their show records are and what they strive to produce in their Pug puppies. If you are contacting a website of a Pug breeder, ask if the Pug puppies are from European bloodlines. Usually the site will say. If there is any mention that all of the puppies are from Europe, run away. You are not dealing with a legitimate Pug breeder, but a puppy broker who serves as a middleman for puppy mills of America and Europe. Never buy a puppy sight unseen.
You should also ask a Pug breeder who their vet is and if they have any references from past customers. This is not rude to ask. Usually, you won’t have time to ask, because you will be inundated with photos and stories about past Pug puppies and their lives now, much like a proud grandparent will shower you with photos of the grandkids.
And a good Pug breeder will shower you with questions, as well. If you meet the Pug breeder through his or her website, then you will be required to fill out a lengthy application about your history with dogs and your knowledge of Pug information. Responsible Pug breeders will prefer to place their pups in homes with past Pug experience, no matter how much money you offer. They will also inspect your home and make a lot of suggestions that they expect you to follow.
Another important question to ask a Pug breeder is what happens later on in your life if suddenly you can no longer keep a dog? Good Pug breeders will have in their contracts a clause that states that you can bring the Pug back anytime during the Pug's life (provided the breeder is still alive). You won’t get your money back, but you will know your Pug will have a good home. That knowledge is priceless.
There are too many Pug breeders in the world and not enough homes for the Pug pups. If people knew basic Pug information before buying a puppy there would be a lot fewer abandoned puppies.
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Keeping An Eye Out For Pug Breeders
For the most part finding good Pug breeders may require more effort than just opening the phone book. Some Pug breeders prefer to only do referral business and others require a screening process before they will talk to you. Still there are some very good Pug breeders that you can find using some conventional means. So what is the best way to get a hold of good Pug breeders? If you know how and where to look for the right information then finding good Pug breeders should not be that difficult. Remember that you want to find more than one so you can compare before you commit to buying from one.
If you do not already have a vet then the process of looking for a breeder is the best time to decide on a vet. Your vet will be a wealth of information for you and your pet regarding your pet's health and well being so be sure to maximize this resource. Your vet would be more than happy to sit down with you and give you any Pug breeder referrals they may have.
You can use the Internet to add to your Pug breeders list as well and as long as you know what kind of sites to visit you can reduce the time you spend searching and spend more time talking to breeders. One of the first kinds of sites you will want to visit is the different breeder registry websites that are found on the Internet. A breeder registry is an organization that sets breeding standards that their members follow. This can be an excellent resource in helping to find legitimate and trustworthy Pug breeders to add to your list of potential breeders.
You will also find that many Pug breeders like to host their own websites and you can use these as a resource in your search as well. On a Pug breeder's website you will find pictures of the different types of pets they offer and you will also find the process that the breeder requires each new owner to go through before the breeder will even speak to the owner. It is all very important and helpful information that can give you more insight into the breeders that are out there.
There are many Pug owners out there that are hosting their own websites that feature their dog. They will post pictures of their dog and also give daily updates as to the dog's behavior and anything else they think may interest people. You can contact these owners if you see one that is relatively close to your location and see if they can refer their breeder to you. Sometimes Pug breeders prefer to not get referrals in this manner so you may not get a referral every time but in some cases you will get a referral and every bit of information helps.
The search for the Pug breeder you will finally buy from should be a long and involved search that involves the use of many resources and the selection from a list of potential candidates. At this point you are compiling your list so try and collect as many names as you can so that you have a wide variety to choose from to help you make the right choice.
If you need helpful information on finding Pug breeders then use this article. If you need important Pug information then use this article.
If you do not already have a vet then the process of looking for a breeder is the best time to decide on a vet. Your vet will be a wealth of information for you and your pet regarding your pet's health and well being so be sure to maximize this resource. Your vet would be more than happy to sit down with you and give you any Pug breeder referrals they may have.
You can use the Internet to add to your Pug breeders list as well and as long as you know what kind of sites to visit you can reduce the time you spend searching and spend more time talking to breeders. One of the first kinds of sites you will want to visit is the different breeder registry websites that are found on the Internet. A breeder registry is an organization that sets breeding standards that their members follow. This can be an excellent resource in helping to find legitimate and trustworthy Pug breeders to add to your list of potential breeders.
You will also find that many Pug breeders like to host their own websites and you can use these as a resource in your search as well. On a Pug breeder's website you will find pictures of the different types of pets they offer and you will also find the process that the breeder requires each new owner to go through before the breeder will even speak to the owner. It is all very important and helpful information that can give you more insight into the breeders that are out there.
There are many Pug owners out there that are hosting their own websites that feature their dog. They will post pictures of their dog and also give daily updates as to the dog's behavior and anything else they think may interest people. You can contact these owners if you see one that is relatively close to your location and see if they can refer their breeder to you. Sometimes Pug breeders prefer to not get referrals in this manner so you may not get a referral every time but in some cases you will get a referral and every bit of information helps.
The search for the Pug breeder you will finally buy from should be a long and involved search that involves the use of many resources and the selection from a list of potential candidates. At this point you are compiling your list so try and collect as many names as you can so that you have a wide variety to choose from to help you make the right choice.
If you need helpful information on finding Pug breeders then use this article. If you need important Pug information then use this article.
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