Internet Puppies/Adults ~ would you buy a dog advertised online?

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Internet Puppies/Adults ~ would you buy a dog advertised online?

Answer 1

I would consider buying one I saw on a reputable breeder's website, but not finding it from a site like epupz or puppyfind.









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Examples of "would buy":

http://www.braylorspapillons.com/availPups.htm

http://www.showpaps.com/available.htm



Examples of "would not buy:

http://www.puppyfind.com/view_listing/?list_id=746xr68pp5&sid=846bb672a473b11444656665fcf5d876&back=%2Ffor_sale%2F%3Fbreed_id%3D80%26country%3D%26state%3D%26page%3D3%26order_by%3Drand%26back%3D%252Fsearch%252F%253Fsubmit%253D1%2526str%253Dpapillon%2526page%253D1%2F%3Fsubmit%3D1%26str%3Dpapillon%26page%3D1

http://www.epupz.co.uk/clas/viewdetails.asp?view=188532

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Answer 2

Anyone *selling* a dog online is suspect. It is most likely a puppy mill or back yard breeder.



If someone wants to *rehome* their dog for legitimate reasons (of which there are VERY FEW) they shouldn't be trying to sell it but may ask a modest fee to weed out people with bad intentions. If they have the ability to keep it in the home until a new one is found, great.



Buying a dog is not the same thing as adopting a dog. When you buy a dog, someone is making a profit, or possibly recouping their expenses to break even if they are a responsible breeder. When you adopt a dog, the money goes back to the shelter to save more animals' lives.

Answer 3

I would never buy a dog off an all-breed website.



These people would be smarter to contact a Doberman rescue. That way, the dog could be placed by people who know how to screen homes for the breed.



Of course, given the fact that they advertise the dog as "great show/stud" potential, you can see where their priorities are.



These are the types of people who advertise on these websites. Which is exactly why I would never buy a dog I found on one.

Answer 4

If that dobe is legally docked it came from Ireland - the puppy farm capital of Europe.

It can't be shown and you can buy a pet puppy from a decent litter at that price.



All adverts are a case of buyer beware and there are as you say genuine ads among the rubbish but most buyers want a dog now and don't see past the price or the cute pics.



It is better to return to the breeder or contact the breed rescue even if the dog stays home whilst a placement is found.

Answer 5

Its my personal belief that all people that shop online for dogs do not have the dogs best interests in mind. Especially when the tag line of the website is "find your dog for free!"



If you can't afford the dog, or are unwilling to travel to rescue areas or shelters to make personal face-to-face interactions with the people, and PAY for the dog, you don't need a dog. (I understand not driving to a rescue in California if you live in Kentucky, or circumstances like that)



I drove well over 400 miles in my search for my newest addition.



Real breeders that are genuine and have worth-while puppies do not need to advertise online. They have a waiting list.



Most ads have decoders to them too.



"Weary of strangers" Will bite.

"Great with kids" Good with OUR kids.

"Enthusiastic" We can't train him.

"Loves exercise" Escapes the yard often.

"Great guard dog" HAS bitten.





I'll add more as I see them.

Answer 6

Actually, it's better if the dog goes back to its original breeder/ If the breeder is responsible they will take back a puppy at any stage iin its life - no problem if it's only 7 months. If the breeder won't help, chances are it's not a well bred puppy with an impeccable temperament & fully health tested parents & if I was paying £550, that's what I'd want for more or less that money.

Answer 7

I wouldn't buy a dog online if that "family" doesn't want their dog I agree that they should take it to a rescue. It looks like a case of buyer's beware probably just a way to scam people over the internet.

Answer 8

to be honest i wouldn't theres to many scammers out there lately that will do anything to get a buck or 2.id feel safer going to a shelter that way u know you wont be getting ripped off and the animal has all the shots it needs etc

Answer 9

I would be careful in purchasing online, or even from a newspaper. Some may be genuine, but there is really not enough information to be sure of what you are buying (and information is really what you need when making such a big choice.)



In my opinion the best way to find a dog is through certified breeders. If you purchase directly through a breeder (one who does this for a living, not someone who just bred two dogs randomly in their basement) then you know where the dog came from, you know its pedigree, its family history of disease, and you can see the environment the puppy grew up in.

Answer 10

l guess it's only like going to the rescue centre to view the dogs.

l think the dogs are better staying in there own homes until they are adopted, less stressful for them, plus the owner can vet the prospective owner first.

lf the owners are going to keep the dogs until they are placed with another family rather than just dump them at the rescue centre, then they must love their dogs and have a genuine reason for having to part with them.

l think l'd feel happier seeing how the dog reacts in it's own surroundings, l think you'd get a better idea of the dogs temperament than if you just saw it at a rescue centre.



lf it's a genuine case of rehomeing a dog because they can no longer care for it, then l see nothing wrong.

lf it's a case of selling puppies to make profit (puppy mill, BYB's) then no, l would definitely avoid it.

Answer 11

I bought a six month old Doberman puppy from someone online who didn't want her any more. She came with all sorts of problems emotionally which we have eventually sorted out. I think if she had gone to anyone else they might have given up on her. Because we knew what we were doing we have ended up with the most amazing dog you could wish for. It is a bit of a gamble. Make sure you see the dog first and then make your decision. Good luck. I wouldnt be without my 'online' dog now!!

Answer 12

I think dogs needing to be rehomed have a better chance of a good home via rescue. rescues do home checks, are adept are picking up on redflags and usually will be approached by people who are experienced in the breed. As for internet sales, it depends on the info. on their website that I can verify. i want to know that the dams and sires have been genetically tested for the problems common to the breed and can see proof of this via the testing website or paperwork, I want to know that they send dogs destined to pet homes are spayed/neutered before leaving so that they are not contributing to the population. I want to know that the breeder will take any dogs back that they produce should circumstances ever require that. I want to know that they don't breed the dam when she is too young or too often.

Answer 13

I would prefer to see the dog in person before I purchased one. I like to see the temperament of the dog as well as the dam and sire of the dog that I am going to purchase.

Answer 14

we bought our lhasa apso on line as there were none where we live.we spoke to the breeders on the phone and arranged a time to view the puppies.we chose the one we wanted and collected him when he was 10 weeks old.

Answer 15

WHAT A BEAUTIFUL DOBIE BUT I WOULD WANT TO CHECK THIS PUP OUT IN PERSON BEFORE PURCHASE..BUT EVEN THEN THERE COULD BE ISSUES BUT YOU WON'T KNOW TILL YA GET HOME AND SEE HOW THINGS WORK OUT. I PERSONALLY WOULD NOT ESPECIALLY WITH A DOBERMAN.MAYBE CHECK WITH THE VET THAT THEY USE.

Answer 16

That site is a PUPPYMILL OUTLET!!!



Letting people know you exist via the web is far different from peddling to all & sundry who are too lazy & stupid to contact reputable breeders.

Answer 17

i have bought dogs over the internet thru puppyfind and i love them with no complaints. i do suggest u call and at least talk to the person. i live in columbus and bought a staffie from Fla and a yorkie-poo from texas... just make sure u research the kennel or person and check them for references.

Answer 18

No I wouldn't I hate dogs they smell and pooh everywhere and make your house stink

Answer 19

i would buy a dog online. specially if i wanted a certain breed and there were no local breeders

Answer 20

I wouldn't personally get one online, I prefer to see them etc :D