Before committing to purchase off a breeder make sure you see the following: A minium 5 generation pedigree, a decent breeder will know his/her lines so can easily email you a copy. All Health Certificates for Sire & Dam, if they have not had a minium hip scoring for both and heamophilia testing for the male go elsewhere, preferably elbow scores aswell. Check scores of sire & dams sibblings and previous progeny.Make sure the pup will be registered on the Breed registry, not the Activity or Dog lovers Registration. See the pups and Dam, if possible see the sire, although not all will have the sire in their kennels. If possible see other relatives, go off recomendation if you can. Please make sure you research the breed to many end up in rescue kennels due to the owners not having a proper understanding of the breed. What do you want the dog for is it a companion or do you want it for a particular sport, if so what happens if it doesnt make the grade or you willing to keep it? Will the dog fit in with your lifestyle?, if the answer is no dont buy one. Be prepared for necessary veterinary bills, vacination costs, preventative treatment, health screening. Be prepared to be asked questions by the breeder and ask questions you need to know. Once you have committed, find out what the breeder uses for food and buy some before you bring the pup home, dont change diet in the first few weeks as it only adds to the stress, when/if you change do it gradualy. Buy other essentials collar/lead/bed or crate etc. Research dog clubs in your area, visit some before getting the pup, that way if you like the way they train you can put your name down on their waiting list.
