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KGools
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Can someone help me figure out if this is a legit breeder!?
www.flashyboxers.com/
I'm helping a friend do some research. The only thing that pops out for me (in a good way) is that they refuse to ship their dogs. They require anyone interested to come out to get/see the dogs...
Also, what does it mean to "whelp" a dog?
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Posted 7/12/07 3:11 PM  |
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Gertyrae
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Re: Can someone help me figure out if this is a legit breeder!?
They look legit to me. They have the mom's pedigree on the site, so they definitely have her history.
I'm not 100% sure, but the fact that they show the dogs in the house and yard seem to be a good sign.
Also, whelping is the birthing process...so it means she should be giving birth in the next week or so and the pups would be ready in 6 - 8 weeks from birth.
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| Posted 7/12/07 3:21 PM |
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KGools
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Re: Can someone help me figure out if this is a legit breeder!?
Thanks!
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| Posted 7/12/07 3:28 PM |
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CurlyQ
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Re: Can someone help me figure out if this is a legit breeder!?
It looks legit to me as well.
She has not had that many litters and goes through an "interview" like process.
Also most breeders will not let the puppies leave until they are 8 weeks. According to the dates on the webpage, it looks like she waits exactly that.
I would give them a call.
Sometimes by talking to breeders if they don't have any puppies left they can put you in contact with a good breeder that does. I have learned so much by talking with different breeders.
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| Posted 7/12/07 3:34 PM |
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KvsGrl
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Re: Can someone help me figure out if this is a legit breeder!?
It looks like she has all the basics covered. You may want to ask whether her breeding dogs are genetically tested and have CERF eye exams done yearly, as well as if her puppies have their eyes examined. You may also want to ask if she provides a health guarantee or a warranty against development of hereditary problems?
I would also look into any breed specific problems and address those. Good luck!
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| Posted 7/12/07 3:58 PM |
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MsMBV
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Re: Can someone help me figure out if this is a legit breeder!?
Posted by KvsGrl
It looks like she has all the basics covered. You may want to ask whether her breeding dogs are genetically tested and have CERF eye exams done yearly, as well as if her puppies have their eyes examined. You may also want to ask if she provides a health guarantee or a warranty against development of hereditary problems?
I would also look into any breed specific problems and address those. Good luck!
I agree with this. the only thing that sends a red flag is that all puppies are the same price. Do they distinguish between show potential dogs and pet home only dogs? Also the paypal thing is a bit off. But I guess if you have to go get the dog in person then it might balance out that impersonal way to pay.
Have the following list of questions ready when you talk to the breeder:
he following list of questions were provided to us by breeders and Rescue/Adoption agencies to help you in your quest for the best breeder for your needs. The list is not all-inclusive, nor is every question necessarily appropriate for every breed. You may give more importance to some questions, and for some you may need to do further research to know what you would expect for an answer. The questions are listed here as a guide to help you get to know the person you may be getting your puppy from and the practices they follow as a breeder.
* Are you a member of the Breed Parent Club, and do you follow the Parent Club Code of Ethics? Do you have a copy of the Code of Ethics I could review?
* Do you belong to any breed clubs or breed organizations?
* How many different breeds of dogs do you breed? How many litters of each breed do you have in a year? And at what age do you breed your dogs?
* What are the known health problems with this breed, and what steps are you taking to minimize the chance of those problems occurring in your litters?
* What criteria (tests, accomplishments) do you require of your breeding stock, and why?
* Do you have test results (like OFA papers for testing hips) on both parents that I could review?
* What requirements must a puppy buyer meet to receive one of your puppies?
* Do you require a contract? If so, what are the terms and guarantees? What does your contract say about hereditary problems?, type of registration (limited or full)?, about spaying and neutering?
* Do you take your dogs back at any time in their lifetime if a pet owner decides he or she no longer wants the dog?
* At what age do you place the puppies in their new home and will the puppies have had their first set of vaccinations before placement?
Also check out this link
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