Please read this advice before purchasing/advertising
- Except in exceptional circumstances, you should always be able to see the puppy’s mother
- Visit where the puppy was born, regardless of how far you have to travel
- Get a written receipt for the puppy. Carefully read and understand any conditions imposed by the breeder
- When buying a puppy that is registered with the Irish Kennel Club (IKC) or Kennel Club (London), the Registration Papers should be available when you pay for the puppy
- The breeder should give you a diet sheet (and preferably also a few days’ supply of their current dog food)
- After-sales help should always be available from the breeder, throughout the life of your puppy
- Reputable breeders will not be prepared to sell puppies without meeting prospective buyers
- In relation to Pups on the site (or Dogs being offered at Stud) we would recommend asking the owner if the pups parents (or Stud Dog) has had the relevant breed specific health checks, and request to see proof of same. Veterinarians would advise getting your pup health checked by a vet within 24 hours of purchase
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| Ask the breeder: | Expect To Be Asked |
|---|---|
| How long have you been an owner of this breed? | Are you out at work all day |
| How long have you been breeding them? | If you work part-time, how long will the dog be left alone? |
| How many litters do you typically have each year? | Have you ever owned this breed before ? |
| Which Breed Clubs do you belong to? | What other dogs do you have, if any? |
| Which Shows if any do you typically exhibit at? | What other pets, if any, do you have? |
| What successes have you had when showing your Dogs? | If you have children, how old are they? |
| What are the positive traits of this breed? | Do you have a garden? |
| What are the negative traits of this breed? | Is your garden well-fenced? |
| What health problems does the breed/variety suffer? | Do you live in a flat, or a house? |
| What is their average life expectancy? | Do you live in the town, or country? |
| What endorsements, if any, do you put on the puppy’s IKC/KC papers? | Why do you want this breed? |
| What should we do if we ever need to re-home a dog we have bought from you? | Do you intend to show your Dog? |
| What written information on diet and rearing do you provide? | Do you intend to Breed any Litters |
| What insurance cover, if any, do you provide with the puppy? | |
| How many of these puppies will you be keeping yourself? | |
| How much grooming do they need?Will you be showing any of this litter? |