Do you think that breeders have gone too far?

Question

Is it too much if a breeder insists on doing a home inspection prior to allowing someone to purchase a puppy?

How about if the breeder only allows a purchaser a choice of one or two puppies from a litter, when there are others available? Is that unreasonable?

What about when a breeder tells a purchaser that one specific puppy would be the best match for them, and will not allow them to choose a different one? Do the breeders really know what is best?

Have you ever heard of a breeder refusing to allow someone to buy a puppy on the first visit to see them? Would you refuse to return for a second or even third trip before being allowed to take the puppy home?

Would you be offended if the breeder called ALL of your references, including your groomer and vet, to verify that the information you gave them was correct?

Do you think that breeders have gone too far?

Answer 1

My pups won't just go to anyone. I can tell for a fact that MOST of the people who ask and answer questions on YA Dogs wouldn't stand a chance of ever getting one of my pups.

Snobbish? Maybe. But I'm no retail outlet. It's important to me that any puppy I sell is a perfect match for the person buying him. By the way, it doesn't end when the puppy goes to his new home. I offer support for the life of my pups, and I'll take them back at any time if there's a problem. I've remained in touch with all my puppy people ever since they picked up their new babies and I will continue to do so.

ADDED: I remain in touch with my dogs' breeders, and although we live quite a distance apart, we do see eachother often.

Answer 2

- No, that's fine with me. I've had home inspections before and I have nothing to hide.



- Not unreasonable. The breeder I'm getting my next dog from has asked me in length about what type of temper I'm looking for. Based on that and a puppy test performed by a trained professional (not the breeder), the breeder will pick the puppy that suits me the best. I will of course have a say in it, but I believe that the breeder and the test will be a better puppy guide than what I've been able to conclude from a few visits.



- Same as before.



- Yes, I have friends who are top notch breeders and I know they do not always accept a puppy buyer on the first visit, and I also know that they have turned down buyers. Apart from numerous E-mails and phone calls, I usually visit the breeder at least thrice. First time to introduce myself (and see the what conditions the dogs are living in), this is usually before the puppies are born or even concieved. Second time to see the pups (I do this at least once, depending on where the breeder lives) and third time to pick up my puppy.



- No, I'd be rather pleased if the breeder wanted to verify any information. It shows that they are serious, and I have excellent references, so hopefully this will convince the breeder that I'm what they're looking for.



- Not really, if you consider the work and effort that's being put into producing quality pure-breed puppies, with litters only produced every 1,5 - 3 years, then I don't think it's unreasonable that the breeders check out potential puppy buyers and considering how the majority of top notch breeders have year-long waiting list for people who want to buy their puppies, they do have the option to pick and choose.

Answer 3

Nope. A breeder is responsible for the puppies for life, and needs to do everything in their power to ensure their puppies are set for life. A home visit is not necessarily a deal breaker -- a home visit will determine if there are gaps in the fence, cords that need to be covered, poisons that need to be kept elsewhere. A home visit HELPS make a placement work.



Nope. A breeder knows their puppies' temperaments and (after the application process) will know the applicant's lifestyle. The breeder will know best which puppy is a good match for the applicant. If the applicant does not want the puppy the breeder feels would be the best match, the applicant can go to another breeder.



No, I've never heard of a breeder refusing to let the puppy go on the first visit but I'm not surprised. I do this with my rescues. Like me, the breeder wants the approved applicant to meet the dog then to think about it at least overnight. Again, anything to ensure this puppy is set for life. The only time anyone chose to not return for a second visit was when they thought about it overnight and decided the dog was not for them.



I would expect a breeder to call all my references.



Some might think that breeders have gone too far. I think it's about time. =D

Answer 4

No not at all. Any decent breeder who cares about their puppies will do a home search and match a family with the puppy that is best suited for their lifestyle.



If you ask me not enough breeders go this far.



ADD: A breeder who does a home visit, matches puppy and owner, and checks references is an excellent breeder. I work at a shelter and even we will refuse to adopt out a dog that we feel is not suitable for a certain individual. A good breeder should always have their dog's best interest at heart. Always.



ADD2: I also wanted to mention another wonderful attribute of an excellent breeder and that is keeping in touch with their buyers for the duration of the dog's life. Even after they sell a dog it is still their responsibility. If the new owner cannot keep the dog-it comes back to the breeder. If the new owner needs any advice or has any concerns-they can confidently call/contact the breeder. If a breeder sells a dog-it is still "their" dog.

Answer 5

I am very open and I make a good home for all of my dogs. My dogs are my life and they get the best of treatment here. I don't care the breeder can come to my house if they would like. I have nothing to hide so they can come here if they would want to.

I feel it is good if the breeder matches up a dogs temperament and personality with the buyer. Some people cannnot handle a dog with a lot of energy so a calmer, more laid back puppy would be ideal for them. Some people would love a jogging partner or a walking partner and do a lot of exercise so the dog with a lot of energy would be better for that person. So it is a good thing if the breeder can match up a dog with the buyer.



Yes I have heard of breeders only allowing the buyer to chose between 1 or 2 puppies or chosing one specific puppy and again I agree with it. If the buyer is really serious and wants to make the best decision then they will hold out until another visit or two. The breeder wants to ensure that this decision is not a spur of the moment thing. They want to ensure their puppy gets the best home possible.



No again like I said I wouldn't be offended if the breeder called my references, they have to check out the potential buyers and make sure they get their puppy the best home possible.



Breeders haven't gone too far.

Answer 6

Would you rather buy from a breeder who didn't give a flip about you, your home, or references?



To answer your questions:



1) Home inspection: absolutely!! I have German Shepherds and I want to see if that fenced yard is adequate.



2) Match puppy to buyer: absolutely!! About half or more of my litters will be police dogs, schutzhund dogs, bomb dogs, etc. The others will be pet quality. A pet home will not get to take a working calibre puppy. Depending on litter size and number of buyers, this may mean getting to choose between 2-3 pups, or having only one available to them.



3) Refusal: Allowing a pup to go home with a person immediately depends on a lot of factors such as previous experience, perparedness, check clearing, checking references, etc.



4) Offended? NO!! A buyer should be thrilled to have a breeder who cares enough to take the time to check references.



A puppy is a living creature that needs love and care from a person who has the nature and the means to do so for it's entire life. All of the above criteria help a breeder to determine whether a potential buyer is up to the task, or not. These are the things that make the difference between putting a pup in a forever home, and winding up in shelters or bouncing around to different homes.

Answer 7

Absolutely not--what you've just described are appropriate, responsible behaviors. Frankly, I visited two breeders in search of a dog and because the breeder didn't do some of the things you mentioned (one indicated I could take any puppy in the litter not already on hold, another said I sounded like a good guy and there was no need to check on my references) I walked away.



1. Unless you're talking about a serious breeder picking out a puppy or a veteran performance handler, a good breeder can always pick out the most appropriate puppy. You should never pick out a puppy from a litter because "it picked us" or "it came to me." Those are actually potential problem identifiers for puppies. All dogs have their own individual personalities and quirks. A good breeder will know that litter well by the time they hit the age where someone can at least visit to make some choices.



I'm not just talking theory here. Our current dog we did not pick out. I hired a respected breeder and dog evaluator to make the selection. The original breeder and I met, we talked several times, our references were checked. But when it came time to select among the litter, I had a second breeder step in, she did a Volhard temperament test of the remaining pups, picked the one she thought was best for us with agility (and this also matched one of the two options the original breeder felt was a fit out of the remaining 4 puppies). I didn't see a picture of puppy until a $500 deposit had already been made.



2. I know of three instances that have been documented of individuals who have been prohibited from owning dogs in one jurisdiction or state (either because they engaged in dog fighting, were arrested for dog abuse, or sold dogs off to labs for testing) who misrepresented who they were and approached other breeders in other states/jurisdictions to get dogs.



3. How do I tell if I'm getting a good puppy? One of the standards is if it's a really good breeder. How can I tell if the breeder is a really good breeder? I look for the following things:

--the breeder does temperament tests (the Volhard or some other).

--the breeder doesn't sell to just anyone but will refuse to sell and does ask for references and does check them.

--the breeder does know the differences in the litter and does NOT make the entire litter available, first come-first served, to just anyone. A reputable breeder can tell that some dogs will flourish only in a performance home or some dogs will be terrible at performance or others have bad structure and should never be bred but will make a good pet or some dogs are wonderful but won't work with a first-time dog owner or inexperienced handler.



If someone thinks that this is "full of themselves" than go to a shelter. There are plenty of great dogs there just begging for a chance to give their love to someone.

Answer 8

No, I don't think the breeder is going too far. Those are the breeder's puppies, and if the buyer wants one bad enough, they will comply with all of the breeder's requests. If I wanted a purebred puppy from a breeder like that, I would comply immediately - I have nothing to hide, so they may feel free to do whatever it takes to make them feel like their puppy is going to a good home. If someone refuses these things, they may be hiding something. If the breeder insists that they are important, but the buyer still refuses, the buyer can take their money elsewhere. The breeder brought these lives into the world, so they have every right to take safety precautions when it comes to finding them an excellent home.



I also do not think it is unreasonable for the breeder to recommend certain puppies for certain buyers. The breeder certainly knows the puppies' personalities the best, and can use that to create good buyer/puppy matches. If I wanted a different puppy from the litter, I would explain what appealed to me about that puppy, and then maybe the breeder could help me pick one with similar personality traits, but that he/she also felt fit my lifestyle. Once again, these are the breeder's pups...he/she is not forced to sell me one, so I would comply with whatever was asked if I really wanted one of their pups. I would definitely return to visit the pups multiple times if necessary, it would be the best way to see their personalities develop, and would give me the chance to make sure I was making the right decision.



Overall, no, I do not think breeders have gone too fair. The breeder bought these lives into the world...it is their responsibility to do whatever it takes to send them to the best homes possible.

Answer 9

It depends entirely on the home inspection. I'd prefer a 'how to puppy proof your house' booklet.



That depends entirely upon the breeder and the person's needs. The breeder does know the puppies from birth, after all.



That's a bit strange, but not unheard of. If they're looking for a show-marked puppy, though, that's common practice.



I have. It depends on the 'vibe' the breeder gets from the person... and the way they answer questions. That's just being a good breeder (generally).



No, I wouldn't at all. I think that'd be an excellent thing and, in all honesty, would only impress them more.



Some breeders have, some haven't gone far enough.

Answer 10

Nope, not at all. They have put the effort, money, and time into the litter of puppies. They have every right to screen buyers. I think it is BETTER that they do these things... with so many irresponsible owners out there, I certainly don't blame them.



In fact, if I were a breeder, I would probably take it even further if I could. I would request that I could vist (as long as the buyer lived nearby), throughout the dog's life. Why not? If the buyer is as passionate about dogs as the reputable breeder is, then I wouldn't see why it would be a problem.



The breeder is the one around the puppies since they were born... they know the breed, they know what to look for in terms of how the temprament of the puppy will possibly be. I would trust THEIR judgement in choosing a puppy for me much more than I would trust my own.



Calling the references is definately NOT too far. A vet is certainly able to answer to how you will take care of your dog. Do you wait to bring them in when symptoms appear? Do you call the vet to ask questions, or do you try to treat the dog yourself? Are you knowledgable enough to even do that?



The groomer is the same way. They are very close to your dog while grooming them, and are able to inspect for any health problems (fleas, malnourishement, etc.).



So, to answer your question, NO they are not going too far. I would even say that many are not going far enough.

Answer 11

To me, it's a sign of a caring breeder.



A home inspection helps you to know that the people are who they are representing themselves as. Anyone can SAY they have a house in a good neighborhood, or have no intention of breeding, when in fact they live in a 15th story apartment in a druggie tenement or a dozen dogs that they're already breeding.



The breeder has been watching the puppies, and knows which will require special types of homes. There is no point in sending the brattiest puppy home with someone that will let him walk all over them, or sending a "soft" puppy home with rambunctions children.



I NEVER allow people to purchase a pup on their first visit, because it's impossible to think clearly with a cute puppy staring at you. They know this before they come the first time. I give them the information they need to know, and send them home to think it over. You'd be surprised how many people realize that they don't want a basset hound after all, or that this is not the right time for them to get a puppy, or that a dog is too much responsibility for them. I'd rather they decide this BEFORE they take the puppy home.



In the end, they're MY puppies and I'm not under any obligation to sell them to anyone I don't feel is suitable. I want my pups to have permanent homes, not to end up in the pound a few months later. I normally have enough potential homes to be able to pick and choose.

Answer 12

Some of these things I think are too far, some I think make good sense up to a point.



I'll give an example. A friend of mine, very experienced with dogs wanted a female boxer puppy of a certain color for her family. She found a good breeder and the litter had one female of that color. My friend really wanted that puppy but the breeder strongly suggested she choose another because the puppy had a very dominant personality and my friend had youngish (6-9 year old) children. Because of my friend's experience, she finally relented and let my friend have the puppy. The puppy ended up being too dominant around the kids despite a lot of obedience training and bit one of them (not seriously). My friend ended up returning this puppy to the breeder who placed it in a home with a trainer who had no kids. The trainer worked with dog and agreed it should never have been placed in ahome with kids. My friend's next door neighbor took the originally recommended puppy (she had kids too - roughly the same age) and that puppy worked out fine.



This situation affected the breeder because she had a guarantee and had to accept a puppy back. Good breeders want a good home life for their dogs and should be picky. But homevisits, calling groomers as references and requiring multiple visits when people have to go long distances is going too far.

Answer 13

I think that a breeder like that really cares about the home she/he is sending her puppies to - GOOD FOR HER/HIM!



The breeder is the one who is spending countless hours with the puppies and they know each of the puppies personalities inside and out. I do think that its good when the breeder matches the puppies with the owners - that way a less dominant owner won't end up with the most dominant puppy in the litter. In this case I do think the breeders do know best!



Breeders who have been breeding for years get a good idea on how to read potential puppy buyers and I do think they have the right to refuse sale of a puppy at anytime to anyone - these puppies are their pride and joy afterall.



Kudos to an excellent breeder like this that is taking the time to find the best homes possible for the puppies!

Answer 14

Absolutely not, breed rescues do this and your getting a spayed/neutered dog... They want to make sure your a responsible person who isn't just getting the dog on a whim so that it will have a lifelong home. To make sure that your not getting a dog for the wrong reasons etc. I would expect to go through some hoops when buying a dog, if I didn't I would find another breeder. If I wanted a dog, I would be willing to go through about anything to get it. If they choose for me it's because they know the puppies better than anyone, that's fine. A good breeder wants to ensure that they are never going to have to go pick up one of their puppies from a shelter or rescue. I absolutely don't disagree with that, I think it's a good thing and that's what makes them a responsible breeder.



Coming from a rescue perspective that proves my point on the breeder choosing the dog for the person. My friend is the chairperson for her rescue(CKCS, in TX), she says who can have the dog and which dog they can have. A woman called in wanting a particular dog, she was a professional trainer who had her own facility and it was very nice and would have been the perfect home for any other dog than the one she chose. The dog was a puppymill breeder, had been kept in a small crate all her life and was terrified of them, she would pee/poop in there but was otherwise potty trained in the house. This dog need to go to a home with an older couple who had no kids and no other dogs, would be home 24/7 to be with the dog and she would have to be out in the house. The trainer said the dog would be kept in a crate while she was working and had several other larger dogs. Sure, for any other dog she would have been just fine, but not of this particular dog. When told that she couldn't have THIS dog but that we had a better match for her she went ballistic and first got ugly with my friend. Then she contacted the national board and complained putting my friend i a position to have to explain herself and her actions. She printed out and sent over all the emails, the womans application, and the dogs file and personality assessment.... They eventually agreed and told the woman that because of her behavior she wasn't going to get a dog from the texas branch or any other branch and to move along.... she then contacted the national club and was pretty nasty with them... obviously by her actions, she wasn't a fit home for any easy going lazy cavalier.... I understand her determination and can even understand her irritation, but she should have let it go. I don't blame any breeder for making the decision to say no to anyone they deem unworthy even if everything else checks out and they just don't like the person. It's their choice their dogs and there are other breeders and lines that may make a better fit. If you don't like it, or have a problem with them screening you, you have something to hide and probably don't need the dog anyway... move along...

Answer 15

Nope thats not going to far at all! The breeder obviously cares about her dogs and does not want them to end up in the wrong hands. You have no clue how many bad people attempt to get pups for bad things. No one wants to see their baby end up in an animal shelter. Its a good breeder that asks for references and CHECKS them. I have had people who put down refrences and the people did not even exhist or they didn't even know the person so checking the references is the right thing to do. You would not expect an employer to check references would you? Heck most people will have their pet longer then they will have one particular job so i think its completely appropiate. I personally do not do home inspections because some of the homes are too far away. I do not just let someone looking for a pet just walk in and pick from all my puppies. Some of the pups might well be show quality and I would not let those pups go to pet homes. Also good breeders know their breed inside and out and know their lines inside and out so when they direct you to one or 2 different pups its because those are the pups that are best suited for your family and lifestyle. You do not want a very dominate dog to go to a timid person or an overly energetic pup to go to the family who just wants to occasionally go for a walk and mostly just sit around. ALL of my puppy buyers have to fill out a puppy application and I check ALL the references. If the answers are wrong on the application.....no puppy! Its as simple as that they are MY puppies and NO one will come in and tell me what one they will have. Any one who thinks these things are too harsh simply best go to a puppy mill who doesn't give a crap about their pups and pick up some mangy thing that will likely have a life time of issues and illness'. I work VERY VERY HARD to make sure all my pups come from healthy sound adults that fit the breed standard and have excellent temperaments. I stand behind my pups 100% for their life time and am ALWAYS there for questions and answers. I want the right people to end up with my pups not just any body. So none of the things that the breeder is asking is out of line. If you think so go else where and save the breeder the trouble of sending you away. A good breeder wants someone who will be good to their animal, listen and act on the advice given, and keep in contact over the years. It is a life time commitment thats why the breeder asks so many questions and has so many stipulations!

I say to the breeder who had all those requirements HOORAYYY its refreshing to know there are other good ones out there!

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Thought you might also find this interesting.....what would end up being my champion female was picked soley by her breeder and stud owner for me. I never even saw the rest of the litter. She of course was the perfect dog for me and a perfect show dog. She won 6 best of breeds and a group 2 (thats a really big deal for dog showing) and was a finished champion by the time she was 2 yrs old. I think its very appropriate for a breeder to pick out pups after all they know their lines the best now don't they!

Answer 16

No, not at all. The breeder that does this is accepting the responsibility for the lives they brought into existence. The only thing on your list I don't do is make the buyer come back twice before placing the puppy with them. Why? Because I have already assured myself that the home is acceptable for one of my dogs before they even meet the litter.



As far as allowing only one or two pups to choose from: I do this because I know from the two-three months I've spent raising the pups which will be best for the living situation of the buyer, whom I know the needs of from my homecheck. Why would I allow them to take a puppy that they wouldn't be as happy with, or which wouldn't be the happiest place for the puppy? It's just setting both pup and people up for failure.

Answer 17

No, I don't think they have gone too far. Sadly, the BYB variety don't go far enuf. I wish more were like this. Being "picky" is the best way to ensure a puppy placed in a home is likely going to stay there. Informed owners with a proper match is really what a breeder wants as it is in the best interest of the puppy. I think it's very reasonable to expect what the reputable breeders do.

Answer 18

No- I think they've finally gone far enough.



If I were breeding dogs, I wouldn't want to sell my pups to whatever random person came up with the money. I would want nothing but the best, and I'm glad that so many breeders feel that way too. I would never be the least bit offended by any efforts a breeder made to ensure her puppy got the best life possible.

Answer 19

I can understand wanting to do a home inspection, as many dogs go to bad homes, trashed homes etc. I don't see why any GOOD breeder would say " well pup number 4 is best for you, thats the only one you can buy!" that is to far. Most of the time, the dog will pick you!

The breeder i got my baby from was so kind, when i went (day after thanksgiving after shopping a few years back) She tooks us right to the puppys den ( she had a den marked off for the dogs!) She picked up brownie ( we already knew what one we wanted, as we saw them on the interenet, and asked the vet for a good lhasa breeder ( only to find otu it was the same one i had found online) So we claled, we tolds her the dog we were itnerested in, when we showed up, and went to the dog, she picked Brownie up out of the group, and let us hold him. there were 8 pups ( 2 differnt litters) And she loved them all so much. She talked to us for a few hours, we wern't taking him home that day, we went a few times before picking him up, and each time we talked for a few hours. She was very comfortable with us, as we were with her. She sent us home, with a few treats, a small goodie bag (more treats,puppy food etc), a blanket that smelled like his dog mom and she trimmed his nose hair and sprayed him with a natural dog spray so he smelt good!



Some breeders do call on referances, as they should! You're future employers do! Why shouldn't domone your buying a dog from? What if you are an abuser, and want the dog to torture? They SHOULD know the dog is going to a good home, but not in an obsesive way.

Answer 20

Nope, not too far.

I personally hold breeders responsible for proper placement of the puppies they produce. Part of that is checking references and a home inspection.



When I have bred litters I did all of the above including the restriction of which pups were available to that individual. Those restrictions were the result of extensive temperament testing and matching that temperament to the individual or family. I spent a great deal of time planning a proper breeding and was contractually and morally responsible for the placement. Why wouldn't I want to do the best I could to ensure that the pup got a good forever home?



If you don't like it, you can always go to a puppy mill or backyard breeder who will let whoever has the bucks take what they like...

Answer 21

I think it's perfectly fine. There are so many irresponsible pet owners these days that you NEED to screen possible buyers very carefully.



For the second part, I think it's perfectly fine. They might be 1st time dog owners and may only be able to handle 1-2 dogs. It's unfair to hog all the dogs when you might not even be able to handle them.



Yes, respectable breeders do know what is best. They should be able to choose what puppy is best for the family. They are able to see the temperament of the puppy from the very beginning and can match the puppy's personality with the prospective buyer.



Again, responsible breeders know what they are doing. If they feel that a prospective buyer is not good enough, then they have the right to reject them.



I would not be offended if the breeder called any references. He is just doing what he feels is best for the dogs.



No, they have not gone too far.

Answer 22

as some distance with the aid of fact the pens bypass, i've got seen great scale breeders (which was common in older situations and are not comparable to domestic dog generators), yet they many times provide the "barn canines" greater beneficial area, so as that isn't stable. the shown fact that it replaced right into a "barn" isn't possibly a concern, considering that is a huge housing area, and is greater effectual than all of them being in a storage. the shown fact that she placed a band-help on a domestic dog shows that she's slightly assanine, and the domestic dogs having a cough isn't a sturdy sign in any respect. A dogs that has HD would desire to by no ability be bred, so as this is relatively no longer stable, particularly considering that she's finished it greater beneficial than as quickly as. possibilities are high, she is the two a BYB or is on her thank you to turning out to be an AKC puppymill. a minimum of you had the experience to get out of there! you are able to tell the interior reach animal administration, and that they are able to examine it out. in the event that they're merchandising unwell domestic dogs, or no longer looking after the animals (like the swollen ears), then she would have the animals taken away and be close down, which may well be a service to the animals.

Answer 23

Nope, i do most of that and I frequently have told people that I will not sell them one of my puppies. I dont sell to people with babies, people who are out all day, people who want to keep pups alone outside all the time or any other reason the person strikes me as unsuitable.

My mother had to visit twice before she was told that she had been accepted as a buyer for a goldie pup we bought for her and she was asked to supply referents.

However, I give acceptable people the chance to be 'picked' by the available puppies. i just seperate the oones I want to keep/are sold.

Be gratefull...this breeder really wants the best for the pups. There are people on here 24/7 castigating breeders to the 7 hells and back. Here is a good one who cares...bravo!

Answer 24

I think it's the breeder's responsible to ensure that the homes are good homes. My breeder generally selects the best match of the puppy to potential homes. You cannot select whatever you want. If a breeder checks on my reference, I'll be more than happy to do so because the breeder is carefully screening the potential homes for his/her puppies. I think that's normal general procedures for breeders.

Answer 25

No.



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Yes.



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To me, these are all signs of an excellent breeder whose primary concern is the welfare of her pups, not making some money. Shelters would be far less crowded and dogs would be better off if more breeders were this careful about where their dogs went. Why would I be offended if she contacted all my references? Isn't that what they are there for? And if I really think they won't give a good reference, why would I list them?

Answer 26

no, i think that its a great thing. i think that the breeders should know what their puppies are getting into.



about the litter thing. well the others may have been sold or they may intend on keeping them so no i dont think its unreasonable.



i had an aunty who was refused a puppy i say: thank GOD, i know she coulnt look after it and forfill its needs.



not i wouldnt be offended, i think that its a really good thing, the breeder just wants to make sure its puppies are in the right hands

Answer 27

Alot of breeders do home inspections, that seems reasonable. If you are only allowed to choose from certain dogs it might be bc the others are on hold w/ a deposit.

These things are definitely common!

Now the rest is over the top!

Answer 28

More breeders should take steps like these.



This breeder obviously has the best interest of the pups and the new owners in mind.

Answer 29

If all breeders were this responsible we wouldn't have 1000s of animals each year going thru the shelters and rescues!

Answer 30

AWESOME BREEDER!!



Yes even my babies I know what environment will enhance what they are already starting.



As a litter of pups start to separate from eachother they each start to get their own habits started.



Actually if you were to show any type of distress to any of this I turn my back and you don't have any choice.

Answer 31

i dont think that they are going to far, look how many dogs that are in shelters, pounds and rescues. i think that if you are going to breed dogs that you should care about where the puppies go. afterall would you check out the person that says they are willing to watch your child, i would and do.

just maybe more breeders should get tougher about who gets their dogs.

Answer 32

The home inspection won't really tell them if you will care for your new dog properly but that is their intention - to find a good home.

Telling you which puppy is "right" for you is a bit odd. If they are not already sold or the breeder planning to keep them then they may be trying to sell the worst one to someone who doesn't know better & save the others for those that do.

First visit should be ok as long as the puppy is old enough to be weaned & you have the money.

If they ask for references, expect them to be checked. Never heard of it though, for buying a puppy or other animal.

Answer 33

yes that is ridiculously to far, breeders get a bit full of themselves. i think that they think in order to separate themselves from BYBs that the go to the other extreme.

Answer 34

Yeah, that's a bit extreme.

Answer 35

Yes, that is going WAY to far.