I’ve learned there are so numerous benefits of getting a puppy from a breeder.
We got our puppy Remy from a breeder, and it was such a positive experience.
OK, she did have a lengthy application form and a comprehensive contract for me to sign (yikes!) but that is to be expected.
This is not to say that going to a breeder is a better option than getting a puppy through a shelter or rescue. Non è. There are benefits to both.
Benefits of getting a puppy from a breeder
1. Our puppy will not be neutered at 8 weeks old (creepy).
I plan to have our puppy neutered but not until he’s around 12 months old. We’ve discussed this with the breeder, and our vet also recommends waiting until the pup is at least 12 months old.
If you get a puppy from many shelters or rescue groups, the puppy will be spayed or neutered prior to adoption. It’s common practice for rescues to spay/neuter puppies as young as 8 weeks old.
Most people don’t seem to mind this, and it’s good because then you don’t have to worry about the expense and hassle of spaying/neutering down the road. This is also for the overall greater good of dogs. Rescues are certainly wishing to decrease the number of unwanted dogs by spaying & neutering puppies as early as possible.
However, I do not believe it is healthy for a puppy to be spayed or neutered at such a young age. You can read about that here. A dog’s balls are there for numerous reasons. recreating is just one. same goes for a female’s ovaries.
See my post: Is spaying and neutering the healthiest choice for my dog?
2. There was no “home visit” or reference check.
And young boy was that nice!
I did apply through several rescue groups and all but one rejected me for various reasons. Those reasons included not having a fenced yard, not giving out my landlord’s phone number for a reference and not vaccinating my senior, indoor cats for rabies. So I never even got to the “home visit” stage.
With our breeder, I did have to go through an comprehensive application process, show that I am a “true runner” and of course pay a deposit and wait several months on a waiting list. but no one inspected my home (such an invasion of privacy!) and no one called my vet or landlord.
3. We have time to plan for our puppy.
Going with a breeder has taken away the tension of rapidly choosing “the right” rescue dog.
One of the challenges with adoption is you really have to make a decision about the canine within a few days or even that day or someone else will adopt her. At least that is the case in San Diego. There is a HIGH demand for rescued dogs, especially puppies. The puppies are scooped up instantly and there are waiting lists.
Some people don’t mind making fast decisions about adoption. They “just know” the one and it works out great. That kind of fast decision making about a canine is incredibly stressful for me. I spend a lot of time deciding on the best dog, even when I’m just fostering.
4. I know I’m getting an athletic dog.
One of the benefits of getting a puppy through a breeder is I know our weimaraner will be capable of distance running, hiking and agility. There are no guarantees, but I know this with as much certainty as possible.
Yes, there are tons of rescue and shelter dogs that could make good running buddies and shelters like to market them as such. BUT, I’ve been running with dogs for 8 years as my job and I can tell you it’s actually hard to find a canine capable of distance running. As in, a canine who’s able to maintain my pace for much more than 10 minutes – and I’m slow as far as “runners” go!
I run at about a 10-minute per mile pace, and many dogs start to slow down after the first mile even if they’re in good shape. Most dogs just not built for long-distance running. walking or a slow jog is better for them.
Curious which breeds make the best distance runners in my experience? Pointing-type breeds! Dogs such as English pointers, vizslas, weims and pudelpointers. They can typically maintain my slow pace for over an hour and then sprint around the yard afterwards!
5. I’ve removed my emotional need to “rescue.”
I have this deep need to “rescue” dogs and cats in need. This is a fantastic thing, but I am also aware that this is also about me and not just about the animals. Fostering is a way for me to have a purpose and to feel good about myself, and I will certainly be fostering and adopting in the future.
However, there is something to be said about a puppy that will be loved every single day of his life. The fact that we are not “rescuing” him practically gives me a sense of relief. It allows me to just let him be who he is. Our puppynon è una “buona azione”. È un cane.
Non so se qualcuno può relazionarsi o se lo sto discutendo bene. Chiunque?
6. Screening sanitario e pedigree
I buoni allevatori testano diverse condizioni di salute genetica come la displasia dell’anca. Allezzeranno solo animali sani e che non probabilmente trasmetteranno problemi di salute genetica ai loro cuccioli. Ti offriranno anche un pedigree di ogni genitore che torna indietro di diverse generazioni.
Quali sono alcuni altri vantaggi di ottenere un cucciolo da un allevatore?
Oppure, quali sono alcuni vantaggi di ottenere un cane altrove, come attraverso un rifugio? Fatemi sapere i vostri pensieri!
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