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Is it OK to buy a puppy from a private seller?
Having been bred on puppy farms, puppies often became sick or died shortly after being sold to their unsuspecting new owners. A new law, called Lucy’s Law, was introduced to clamp down on this unscrupulous trade. It now means that puppies can no longer be sold via third party puppy traders or pet shops.
What should I look for when buying a puppy?
Things to check before buying a puppy
- Can I afford to look after my dog? There are lots of costs associated with owning a dog.
- Will my dog be left alone regularly?
- Can I give my dog the exercise it needs?
- Is my home suitable for my dog?
- Have I researched the dog breed I want, and understand their needs?
Should I put a deposit on a puppy?
In conclusion, you should be willing to pay a deposit for a puppy. The buying process can sometimes feel foreign to a new buyer, but if you’ve done you research, then paying for your puppy ahead of time is considered normal by most reputable breeders.
Should a puppy be microchipped before being sold?
All dog breeders are responsible for ensuring puppies are microchipped before selling them. Puppies cannot be sold until they are eight-weeks-old and must be microchipped at the point of sale. If you’re buying a puppy make sure it’s microchipped before taking them home.
What is the best way to pick a puppy from a litter?
In order to select a healthy puppy, it is important to do your research:
- Talk to the owner. Ask about appetite and eliminations.
- Observe the litter mates in action. Do they all play together or is there a quiet one that retreats to a corner?
- Survey their overall appearance. Do the puppies’ coats shine?
- Watch them move.
What should you ask a dog breeder before buying a dog?
Furthermore, ask the breeder if you can take the dog’s feeding bowl and water bowl. These things matter when changing the environment of the pup. A couple of toys and familiar items will help them adjust faster to a new home.
How to take care of a new puppy from a breeder?
Moreover, a responsible breeder would include enough dog food to cover for a couple of days. Preferred dog food, recipes as well as a proper feeding schedule from the breeder will help you make your dog comfortable in its new home. You can gradually change the diet later on as you see fit.
Why do I need a contract to buy a puppy?
The contract is there to protect both you AND the dog breeder in the purchase of this puppy. It holds both the puppy buyer and dog breeder accountable for specifics on what will happen should one or the other party fail to abide by the terms of the contract.
What should be in a puppy starter kit from a breeder?
It will also help the new owner in the long run, should any problem surface in the future in terms of proving the dog’s ownership. The most important part of the puppy starter kit from a breeder, however, is the dog breeder documents. New owners should never leave without these documents and papers.