Choosing a dog breeder is slightly tricky. Before choosing a dog breeder, it is necessary to understand that appearances can be deceiving at times. More than the dog breeder it is important that you research on the breed you want to purchase and clearly study the genetic problems of the breed and the health issues related to that particular dog breed. Therefore it is always advisable that you analyse and judge before making a final decision.

Above all the first thing to keep in mind that you should know what questions you are going to ask before you reach a centre that keeps pets for sale. Here are ten tips that would help you to choose a dog breeder.

1. Conversation is very important because it will help you know each other. You should never feel uncomfortable speaking to a breeder, and should cooperate the breeder by answering his questions. , Because the breeders are concerned with the well-being of the puppy, he might interrogate you and ensure whether you are the right home without being short or harsh. Therefore a good breeder is never harsh.

2. Enquire everything before meeting the puppies. Some breeders may not allow you into her home, in such cases ask the breeder that if the puppy doesn't work out, what is your recourse? Good breeders will offer you another puppy.

3. Good breeders will not advertise much for the litter available.

4. Good breeders breed for quality and not quantity, so there are small litters maintained. However the case may be different for big kennels. They also breeds only one breed and not multiple dog breeds.

5. A good breeder will answer your questions readily and efficiently. He has good knowledge about the breeds and assures to address future concern.

6. Ask whether the breeder offer health guarantee or not.

7. Check whether he allows you to choose the vet or not.

8. Releases the puppy at the right age (9-12 weeks).

9. Always take reference from friends and acquaintances before going to a dog breeder.

10. A good breeder keeps some other dog breeds which they can't sell along with the pets for sale. The standards of these puppies are deliberately kept low.

Though it is not very easy to identify a good dog breeder among all the Dog Breeders, these tips will ease your efforts. Above everything you should be prepared and well aware what to look for in your pet. This will help you to find the best breed to fit your lifestyle.