Tuesday, January 22, 2008

Things To Ask A German Shepherd Breeder

Article Title: Things To Ask A German Shepherd Breeder
Author: Jan A Ryan

You and your family have decided that it is time to get a
German Shepherd and now the time has come to find the right
German Shepherd breeder. This is a long process and if you know
what questions to ask then it can be a little less difficult,
but if you are unsure of what you should be doing then you could
get in over your head. Choosing a breeder is extremely important
and you need to take your time to make sure that the breeder you
choose really is the right one for you and your family.

You will be talking to a lot of breeders so get ready for that
right off the bat. Talking to just one breeder is not enough
because even though you are bringing the dog home your
relationship with the breeder will go on for a long time. You
need to feel like you can ask your breeder for advice and if a
particular breeder makes you uncomfortable then you need to talk
to other breeders until you find one you feel comfortable with.

In most cases a reputable German Shepherd breeder is going to
be affiliated with one of the national breeder registries. Find
out which one the breeder you are talking to is affiliated with
and check out that organization's breeding standards. If you see
some things that concern you then discuss them with the breeder.
If the breeder you are talking to is not listed on a registry
then ask them why they chose to not be listed and ask them what
they use for breeding standards.

A good breeder does not allow you to leave with your new pup
empty handed. A good breeder is going to supply you with a lot
of care and feeding information that is vital to the health and
well being of your dog. A good breeder will also see to it that
you leave with a sample of your dog's food so that you know what
to feed your dog. If you do not get these things from the
breeder you are dealing with then you will want to question
that.

Many of the reputable breeders are offered free pet insurance
policies by insurance companies to be given away to the owners
of new pups. The insurance companies hope that you use the
six-week policy to take your dog to the vet and see how
wonderful the insurance is and extend it. The German Shepherd
breeder just hopes you take the dog to the vet and is happy to
offer you something for free that will help you with your vet
costs. Ask your breeder about free pet insurance.

A breeder is a very important person in the life of your dog
and your family. Take the time to really talk with prospective
breeders and find out where they stand on things. Check out the
breeding facilities, as this affects the health, both physical
and psychological, of your new German Shepherd pup. Take your
time when deciding on a German Shepherd breeder.

About The Author: Jan Ryan is an animal lover with several
indoor pets, including a German Shepherd. This article contains
useful information about
http://www.officialgermanshepherdguide.com/German_Shepherd_Breeders/index.php.
There is some very useful and important
http://www.officialgermanshepherdguide.com/German_Shepherd.php
in this article.

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