While mixed breed puppies make extremely good pets, many people prefer the predictability and specific characteristics of a particular dog breed. So the next question is, where do you find a purebred dog? The best answer is to locate a quality dog breeder.

There are many sources to help locate a breeder:

(1)Local Veterinarian
(2)Groomer
(3)Local Breed Club
(4)Dog Magazine
(5)Local Dog Show
(6)Dog Breeder Directories

One of the most important steps for finding the right breeder is being informed. Bringing a new puppy or dog into your home is a big commitment, no matter which breed you have selected. Before you begin your search for the perfect dog breeder, you should have identified the right breed of dog for your lifestyle. Find out what a good representative of the breed looks like, the typical characteristics of the breed, what type of family situation is best for this breed, whether the breed is good with small children, the elderly, etc

If possible you should be able to visit the breeder