puppy breeder
When getting a dog from a good breeder, are you supporting puppy mills?
I have my dog from a breeder who treated her cubs, and and all, but now I'm hearing that by buying one from a breeder you are supporting puppy mills … I thought it was only if you have a pet store? im definitley rescue my next dog, but I was wondering?
If the breeder does all the following, then they are an irresponsible breeder or puppymill: 1. Contact with a breed club of his race. Ask for a mentor. 2. STUDY the breed standard. More information about the anatomy of the dog and ask your mentor to clarify any you do not understand. 3. Learn what genetic faults and diseases run in your breed and test for anyone who can prove. 4. Show your dog in conformation events to see if the quality is suitable for breeding. Winning does not always mean a dog is breeding quality, but being close to many others who do not know their race and talk you will do wonders for your self-education efforts! 5. Study the history of the big dogs of their breed. You will see how your breed has improved and progressed since the start of the race. 6. Study the breed standard some more! 
7. Join Yahoo groups about your breed. 8. Live the dream and the study of race. 9. Get a good book on canine reproduction, and educate about the dangers, problems and proud moments of breeding. More information about the physiology of reproduction, such as heat cycles and venereal diseases in dogs, the potential for problems specific to their race, and what to expect during delivery. 10. Remember that the delivery (delivery) can kill his wife. Being used as a stallion can encourage bad behaviors common in intact males such as territorial marking, aggression, and desire to wander from home. 11. Prepare to be broken. Breeding properly is expensive. 12. Line up potential homes for any puppies to produce and write a contract. Remember to include that you are willing to recover their puppies at any time in their lives that might need. If you bring life into this world, it is your responsibility FOREVER. 13. Prepare to spend sleepless nights attending to women giving birth, caring for fading puppies or puppies orphaned, and the practice of cleaning 24 / 7 poop machines. I'm sure there are many things that I missed because being a responsible breeder is not just a job. It is a way of life. You will live dogs. 24/7/365. There are many difficult decisions. There are a lot of expenses. There will be pain. But if you do your darndest to always keep the welfare of their dogs and the future of any their children, you can go to step 14. 14. Enjoy the love and success of a job well done.
Belgian Malinois Puppy: obedience: Breeder/trainer: Joey Leigh
