Saturday, May 11, 2019

What To Look For In Mini Australian Shepherd Breeders

By Rebecca Murray


A lot of consideration goes into the process of purchasing a purebred pup. Once one has decided upon their desired breed and learned much about it, they will need to contact a reputable and reliable breeder. All considered mini Australian Shepherd breeders should be vetted to ensure they possess certain important attributes.

People undergoing this process for the first time might be a bit confused about where to find good breeding facilities. There are actually several different options, including online forums centered around a particular breed, recommendations by accredited kennel clubs, and Internet searches. However, to get the most personalized suggestions, it is best to speak with other owners about who they used and recommend.

There are groups on social media where individuals who own and raise these pups meet and compare notes, experiences and give each other support. Asking these people who they used will provide a lot of very valuable information to someone having to make such a monumental decision because they can share both negative and positive viewpoints for different facilities. This choice is super important because it can affect the quality of the animal.

When a prospective owner has at least three viable recommendations, they would greatly benefit from doing research on each of them. One will need to contact them and ask questions regarding their experience specifically handling this breed. Other topics to discuss include the cost of both male and female pups, transportation arrangements, bloodline paperwork, and health guarantees.

It is highly recommended that if at all possible, interested individuals physically go to the facility before agreeing to make a purchase so that they are well aware of where their puppy is being born. They might also ask to speak with the person directly responsible for selecting which two bloodlines to combine for the litter. Knowing how all the dogs are housed before pregnancy, during gestation, and while nursing, is important.

A quality breeder will be fully knowledgeable in the general health tendencies and behavioral habits typical of this breed, and willing to answer all questions from perspective owners. One might want to inquire whether or not customers are permitted to hand pick their puppy, as not all facilities will allow this. Asking to see the mother while visiting the location will allow one to see that the mother is being healthy and does not appear to be over bred.

If a breeder starts asking questions of prospective clients, no offense should be taken. Consider this a positive sign that they are taking a genuine concern for what happens to their pups after they leave the facility. By honestly answering these questions, valuable insight may be offered that will make raising the puppy easier.

When trying to decide which facility would best suit one needs, never hesitate to look a little deeper and ask any questions that come to mind. This can be a rather sizable financial investment and it is important to make sure that it is a wise one. Having a good start with a new puppy is the first steppingstone to raising a quality dog of outstanding stature.




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