Tuesday, January 15, 2008

The Havanese Breeder: Do Your Research

Article Title: The Havanese Breeder: Do Your Research
Author: Fiona A Kelly

When people think of purchasing a full-bred puppy, many of them
automatically think of their local pet shop. But this may not be
the best choice at all and there are many reasons behind it. A
pet store does not generally see where their puppies come from,
what type of living conditions they had, or if they were being
treated properly not only in the physical sense but emotionally
too. Often times, these puppies end up coming from what is known
as puppy mills.

A puppy that comes from a puppy mill is not one you want as
they may end up with problems that are not visible right now.
And when selecting a puppy from a pet store, you are not likely
to get a salesperson that has extensive knowledge about your
puppy. They generally just read over a small description of the
dog when it comes in, unlike a Havanese breeder who has studied
these dogs for years. Pet store employees cannot provide you
with the detailed information you need in order to properly make
the judgment call if that puppy is the right one for you.

A knowledgeable Havanese breeder should have not only a passion
for their furry friends but also a lot of experience in breeding
not just any dog, but the Havanese in particular. It is vital
that you do not go with a breeder that cannot give you a lot of
Havanese information. If you have never owned a Havanese puppy
before, it cannot be stressed enough that you must talk with and
buy from an experienced and professional Havanese Breeders
instead of purchasing your puppy from a pet store.

You will want to have a list of concerns and questions to
address with the Havanese breeders that you meet with. Just as
it is important to go with a breeder over a pet store, it is
just as important to make sure you are going with the right
breeder. Havanese breeders who run puppy mills are ones that you
want to run from, and then report. Your breeder must be one that
has not only a lot of knowledge for the puppies and a lot of
love for them too.

All in all, when it comes time to start looking for your new
Havanese puppy, make sure that you are first selecting the right
place to shop and look around. If something doesn't feel right,
then it probably isn't. Educate yourself as much as possible
before going and have that list of questions ready to ask. A
Havanese breeder should have no problem in answering your
questions as a pet store employee would.

Making the right decisions in the purchasing process can save
you years of grief and thousands of dollars. The last thing you
want is to have a puppy who is smaller then you wanted or
noisier then you wanted. You also do not want stuck with vet
bills that you weren't expecting because no one informed you of
any possible genetic issues that may arise with a certain breed.
Basically, do not make this decision based on emotions. Take
your time and think it all over before jumping in to buy a new
Havanese puppy.

About The Author: Fiona Kelly's love and commitment to all
animals shows in the deep understanding of what Havanese
breeders and pet stores have and don't have to offer those in
search of the perfect puppy. This author shares with others that
deciding to go with a Havanese breeder instead of a pet store is
crucial. http://www.havanese-puppy-guide.com/Havanese_Breeders/
have knowledge that store employees just are not equipped with.
Selecting the right Havanese breeder is critical. The article
explains why going with someone who is well versed in
http://www.havanese-puppy-guide.com/Havanese.html is best.

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1 comment:

Matt said...

We thought about getting a Havanese, but the breeders' we found were way too expensive and it felt like we were being taken advantage of at times. Thanks for the tips.