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Dog Training Caution - Why You Should Steer Clear From Back Yard Trainers

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Dog Training Caution - Why You Should Steer Clear From Back Yard TrainersBy Brian Spilner

You've heard that your neighbor down the road is selling purebred puppies. A friend recently purchased one and has been boasting about the deal that she received. But, you can't figure out how the neighbor is raising the puppies, since you know there isn't adequate space to do so. Should you visit the neighbor and purchase a dog, too? You may need to visit the neighbor, however don't plan on walking away with a pooch. If anything, you can view the facility and take necessary steps to protect the puppies.

If you know that a person is not a reputable breeder, then you should take caution when considering adopting a pup. The term "backyard breeder" is a not positive term; it is not used to describe a legitimate breeding operation. Backyard breeders are, in fact, small scale puppy mills. They breed dogs for money, however do not provide the care that a reputable breeder would. The living conditions are poor, and the puppies or the mothers are not well taken care of. The mothers are often forced to mate during every heat cycle, slowly degrading the health of the subsequent litter. Legitimate breeders normally specialize in one or two breeds; although, sometimes, they may offer more, while backyard breeders will offer a multitude of breeds.

Whether or not you plan on purchasing a pooch right away, you should schedule a visit to check out the facilities. Determining whether or not a person is a backyard breeder is fairly easy. The first telltale sign is if the breeder refuses to let you see the mother, the puppies, or the facility, or if the breeder offers you a pet without first meeting you. A reputable breeder is proud of his work and cares about his pets. Many legitimate breeders will refuse to let just anyone take home a puppy without first undergoing questioning or providing references. Once you arrive at the facility, then your eyes will tell all. Look around. Are there multiple puppies in one cage? Are the puppies healthy? Have they been taken care of, or is there hair full of mats, tangles, or fleas? Pay attention to the puppies' temperament. A healthy puppy will be happy and playful. The puppies should also not be fat or adipose tissue or skinny.

In addition to the poor conditions the dogs are raised in, backyard breeders do not take as much care in breeding the puppies.Since the mothers are forced to continuously breed, the health of the puppies deteriorates. Being winged from their mothers at an early age can lead to malnutrition, which is not combated with the suitable amount and type of food. Often, the health conditions of the parents are not taken into consideration and are passed onto the offspring. The problems may not become apparent until the puppies are well into adulthood.

If you suspect a backyard breeding operation, or if the dogs are suffering and in poor health, then contact animal control or your local animal shelter. The only way backyard breeding will stop is if people refuse to purchase the animals and seek help from local authorities. The animal shelter may not be able to do anything about it, however they can often talk the breeder into giving up the puppies. Community awareness can be just as beneficial as community action. You can also discourage friends and family members from visiting the breeder. No, it is not the dogs' faults and it is sometimes hard not to walk away with one and provide it a better home; but, buying from the breeder will only allow more dogs to be bred in poor conditions.

Backyard breeders are not places where you should adopt a dog. Often, you see a cute puppy for a cheap price and look passed the poor living conditions. By not purchasing from a backyard breeder, you are helping to stop the person from breeding more puppies into the same conditions. Try to discourage others from purchasing the pup. Often, the puppies inherit medical conditions that do not show up until later in life. If you suspect the puppies and adult dogs are being mistreated, then contact your local animal shelter. The shelter may be able to help with the treatment of the animals.

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Pet Adoption - The Pros and Cons of Adopting a Dog From a Puppy Mill

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Pet Adoption - The Pros and Cons of Adopting a Dog From a Puppy MillBy Shelly Seigler

We have all seen horror stories of how cruel animals can be and are treated. We vow that we will never result to such forms of cruelty as a form of punishment or subject our pets to those terrible living conditions. On a larger scale, puppy mills are known for their maltreatment of animals. Animal organizations fight against puppy mills and warn people not to continue funding the industry. But, since there is no blame to place on the animals, is it ever okay to adopt from a mill?

Recently, a large puppy mill operation was raided in Tennessee. Close to 700 puppies were rescued by the Humane Society, and those in good health were sent to animal shelters for adoption. People lined up outside the shelters to offer the puppies loving homes. This bust was the largest ever conducted in Tennessee and has enlightened many people about the true conditions of a puppy mill.

So, what is the difference between a breeder and a mill? In general, breeders are proud of their animals. They breed the animals with health and temperament in mind, and do not wing them from the mother too early. They allow the female dogs an adequate amount of time between breeding. The dogs are purebred and live in favorable conditions. If you have ever tried to buy a dog directly from a breeder, then you know how difficult it can be. Often, a breeder will not give an animal to just anyone who wants one. A mill, on the other hand, breeds dogs for money. The living conditions are so poor (multiple animals confined to one small area, small or no grooming, and small food) that the animals often develop health problems early on. The female dogs are often forced to breed at every heat cycle, taking a toll on the health of the mother and the litter. The young puppies are winged too early on. While the dogs may appear purebred, the paperwork is often forged.

When an animal organization stresses the importance of not funding the industry, then you may wonder who precisely is doing all the funding. If you have ever purchased a puppy from a pet store or a backyard breeder, then you may have been a contributor. In the past, pet retailers have been known to purchase their puppies from mills. The puppies are cheaper and the mill claims pedigree. Now, fewer stores purchase from mills, however sometimes mill puppies slip through. Often, mill personnel will disguise themselves as reputable breeders, offering purebred puppies with pedigree information. The stores then buy the puppies (contributing moneyto the puppy mill), and you, in turn, buy the puppy from the store. Because of sales, the store continues to buy from the "breeder."

Many people go straight to the store when they want a purebred puppy, believing that the store can prove the pedigree. In reality, mills often forge the information. If you are looking for a purebred puppy, then head straight to a breeder. Pay attention to the conditions at the breeder's facilities. There is a massive difference between a reputable and a backyard breeder. Backyard breeders show poor living conditions; they are very similar to small-scale mills. A true breeder will show love and care for the animals. They may watch how you interact with the puppy and ask you lots of questions about the puppy's prospective living conditions. If the breeder feels that you are not a good match, and you leave without a puppy, don't feel bad. Probably a different breed of dog would fit better with your lifestyle.

If you aren't looking for a purebred, then check your local animal shelters. There, you may find dogs that were rescued from a mill or similar living conditions. You can also find breed specific shelters that offer purebred pups. Adopting from an animal shelter means one less dog will be euthanized.

So, is it ever okay to get a puppy from a mill? The answer is no, unless the mill dog winds up in a shelter. Adopting a rescued dog is much different from buying the dog (directly or indirectly) from a mill. No, it isn't the pooch's fault, however your money will only ensure that the mill continues to practice maltreatment. Search out breeders around your area, and schedule visits. You can also check out your local animal shelter to select a dog that's right for you.

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Selecting a Boxer Dog Breeder

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Selecting a Boxer Dog BreederBy Ty Magnum

When you decide to buy a purebred Boxer there are some things that you should look for in the breeder.

You need to do your homework and choose a reputable boxer breeder. Some of the things that are important are the conditions that the puppies are living in. Does the breeder give the dogs affection, good shelter, nutritious dog food and clean water?

The puppies should be able to get exercise, socialization, vet care, immunizations, and grooming.

Check out the breeder extensively, do they belong to a national breeder association? Does the breeder abide by their breed clubs code of ethics? These are some important points that you as the buyer should know.

If the breeder is reputable they will want to know about you also. Will the puppy that they are selling be going to a good home? They will want to know about your family, neighborhood, your schedule, and the time that you will have available to care for your new pet.

A reputable boxer breeder will not sell to anyone that they see as unfit. A responsible Boxer breeder will want to educate you on the breed that you are buying. They will encourage you to have your Boxer spade or neutered.

A good breeder will offer supportto the owner for the life of the pet and will disclose information and details about the "puppy lemon law". They will also be willing to take the puppy back if the situation does not work out for you.

These are just a few of the things that you should look for in a reputable boxer breeder.

It is very important that you buy your next boxer from a responsible breeder that takes care of their dogs. You never want to buy from a puppy mill that mistreats their dogs.

And just a side note, many of the pure bred dogs that you see in a pet store come from puppy mills. Of course they would never tell the potential buyer this information, however most reputable dog breeders will not sell to a pet shop. So look out for poor breeders while you are searching for your perfect Boxer.

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