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Choose a Good Dog Breeder & Avoid Puppy Mills and Pet Stores

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Choose a Good Dog Breeder & Avoid Puppy Mills and Pet StoresBy Peter Madrid

Many people looking for a new puppy have nothing however good intentions. They buy from a good breeder, or at least what they think is a good breeder. But how can you really tell where your puppy is coming from?

The Truth about Puppy Mills, Pet Stores and Backyard Breeders

The definition for puppy mill is the "breeding operations in which dogs are repeatedly bred for financial gain and are kept in substandard conditions" (SPCA). Sounds pretty straight forward however the reality is much harsher than this.

Dogs from puppy mills and backyard breeders are:

· Kept in dark enclosures with very small lighting· Unable to escape extreme heat and cold· Rarely see sunlight· Live among their own feces and other dead dogs· Sick; their eyes ooze, their legs full of soars, their coat full of ticks· Always hungry as they are only fed the bare minimum to keep them alive· Are bred every single time the female goes in heat· If lucky, are euthanized humanely, otherwise, cheaper methods are used

It is important to note that pet stores that sell puppies are included in this category because they buy their "stock" from puppy mills and backyard breeders thus makingthem equally guilty.

Do you really want to support this type of inhumane treatment towards dogs?

While you might not actively support this cruelty, many people are often mislead when it comes to purchasing their puppy. Pet stores are deceiving! They are usually the number one carrier of dogs from puppy mills. They rely on impulse shoppers who see a cute young puppy through a window and make a quick decision to get one. You might think that you are saving a puppy however the reality is that you are condemning a mother to producing another litter in unimaginable conditions.

Peter Madrid invites you to visit Puppy-Portal.com. and find out how you can choose good breeders of dogs. You can also learn how to choose a puppy from a litter, what food to avoid feeding you puppy dog and much more. All information and details is free so check it out.

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Dogs - Finding a Breeder & Choosing a Breeder

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Dogs - Finding a Breeder & Choosing a BreederBy Peter Madrid

When it comes to getting a dog or canine you have many possible options. The one you choose however will decide if your dog will become a great and valuable part of your family or just another mutt at the dog shelter. Ask any experienced dog owner and they will tell you that your greatest bet is to get your dog from a reputable breeder. But where do you begin is the hard question.

Finding a breeder

Assuming you have a particular breed in mind, it's time for you to find some dog breeders that are in your area.

Where to find dog breeders

  • Dog Magazines - magazines such as Dog Fancy will list breeders of almost all purebred dogs
  • Internet - do a search on Google and include your city in the search
  • Vet clinics / Dog Grooming Parlors - they are usually connected with breeders and can refer you
  • Phone books, Newspapers, Breed directories are also good sources

Not all breeders are reputable

Once you have narrowed down your choices, you can begin the visitation process. But before you do, there are a few things you have to know first. Not all dog breeders out there are quality breeders. Some breeders have realised that they can make a quick buck by breeding as many puppies as they can with small to no regardto the potential problems. Often, these bad breeders have more than one breed and operate large scale puppy mills where dogs are placed in enclosures and their sole purpose is to breed.

On the other hand, many quality breeders care more about the health and temperament of their dogs than they do about the money. They strive to produce pups that adhere to breed standards and will try to minimize many of the health problems that may be prevalent in that breed.

Quality breeders are the ones you should be looking at. They will provide you with a puppy that has the greatest odds of growing up to be a healthy and well round adult dog.

Peter Madrid invites you to visit Puppy-Portal.com and find out how you can choose good breeders of dogs. You can also learn about what questions to ask dog breeders, choosing a puppy from a litter, what food to avoid feeding your puppy dog and much more. All information and details is free so check it out.

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Help! My Puppy is Biting - Learn How to Stop a Puppy From Biting

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Help! My Puppy is Biting - Learn How to Stop a Puppy From BitingBy Peter Madrid

Teaching a puppy not to bite can be a challenge. While puppy biting and nipping starts out as a bit of fun, it needs to be stopped as soon as possible to avoid problems later on when the puppy becomes an adult.

Why do puppies bite?

Young puppies that bite are going through a perfectly natural phase of puppy hood, especially and particulary when the puppy is in the teething stage. During this time a teething puppy will more bite and nip on just about anything the she can get her mouth on. Also, biting is a form of social play.

If the puppy was with the rest of the litter, this is how she would be playing with the other puppies. If one of the littermates gets out of hand, the other puppies will let the puppy know.

Because the puppy has no littermates, she will play with you the only way it knows how. It is up to you to show her that this type of behavior is not acceptable.

How do you stop a puppy from play biting?

There are several methods to help you teach your puppy not to bite:

Havea variety or diversity of toys available for your puppy. If your puppy start to bite, redirect her attention to her toys and praise her when she starts chewing on the toys

Provide ample exercise for your puppy. A tired puppy will is less likely to bite on you household item

Don't wave your hands around the puppies face as this will provoke the puppy to play bite

Peter Madrid invites you to visit Puppy-Portal.com and find out more on how you can prevent biting puppies. You can also learn about breeders of dogs, choosing a puppy from a litter, what food to avoid feeding you puppy dog and much more. All information and details is free so check it out.