Finding a Good Breeder

When looking for a new puppy, you have the option of getting a puppy from a shelter or from a breeder. If you're more comfortable with a breeder, then you need to do the research so that you find a reputable breeder.

So many people breed Pit Bulls just because they can, and it's not uncommon to have aggressive dogs bred just for money (not necessarily for producing fighting puppies). If you don't know what to look for or what to ask, you may end up with a puppy from bad breeding and not be prepared for what is to come.

When searching for a Pit Bull breeder, you want to start with friends and family. If you know anyone who has purchased a Pit Bull that they've been happy with in regards to health and temperament, ask who their breeder was.

If you don't know anyone or those breeders aren't breeding anymore, search online for breeders in your state.

You'll want to look at all the pictures on the website and read all of the information. Narrow down your options and contact the breeders.

A good dog breeder will make it known that they're breeding to better the health, temperament, and trainability of the breed, not to make money. They will make sure that their puppies are going to good, loving, and permanent homes. Good dog breeders will ask you questions, just like you'll ask them.

When looking for a dog breeder, you'll find that reputable dog breeders will be able to help you pick a puppy that will best match for your lifestyle. A good dog breeder won't just let you grab any pup you think is cute, especially if they feel that pup's temperament will not be a good match for you.

A reputable breeder will let you come over to see all of the adults and puppies. This will definitely help you make your decision, as you'll be able to see where and how the dogs are being kept.

When you are ready to bring home your new puppy, a reputable breeder will share information about their current feeding, potty, grooming, and training schedules. You will also be provided with information from any vet trips, such as for initial shots and deworming.

A real dog breeder will offer samples of the puppy's current food, as well as something old (such as a blanket or toy from the whelping box) to bring home with the puppy which will help make the transition easier.

When asking questions, make sure to ask anything and everything that you can think of. Make sure that the breeder gives you the 100% right answer.

Internet Puppy Scams

According to a recent article on yahoo news, a Online Scamnew is in the midst... But, unfortunately it involves innocent people wanting to open their lives to a new puppy. You assume the puppy in the picture is the puppy you're going to get... Not all the time... The classifieds and online ads that float all around the interent are filled with puppies. Breeders getting the word out about a new litter of pups. You take the bait, and get screwed....

I will admit that I have searched for days on online classfieds and adds. Searched tons of breeders and looked through many photos. Luckily, I did not get caught in one of these scams. I received my pit bull puppy from a loving pet parent in Atlanta. His ad was different than most of the ones I had seen. Just listing that he had 11 puppies, 4 males and 7 females available, serious inquiries call xxx-xxx-xxxx or xxx-xxx-xxxx. I called. Met with him the day after, and brought home a gorgeous blue pit bull.

Some people aren't so lucky. Read the following article to hear a few stories... Find ways to protect yourself!

Online Puppy Scams