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How to Purchase a Puppy Online Safely and Responsibly

// As a lifetime dog owner and a breeder for several years myself, I've found a great need for educating people in the process of purchasing a puppy on-line. There are so many breeders with so many options, it can all become overwhelming in a sh...

Dog Breeding

Dog breeding is the key to getting the perfect dog. Choosing a dog should never be something that is taken lightly. When you select a dog, it should be a decision based on research and knowledge and not one based on impulse. You should never allow yourself to be taken in by a pair of sad pleading eyes in the local pet store.

Read any book, talk to any experienced dog trainer or contact any kennel club or association, and they will all tell you the same thing - you have to get an animal from a good breeder. There is far more to quality dog breeding than just permitting two purebred dogs to have a litter of puppies.

Newborn Pups At Home

// Nearly everyone has experienced caring for a puppy. But what if your own dog has pups of her own? This article is concerned primarily with the proper feeding and care of newborn puppies and the mother dog. Below is an average time-line that y...

Buying a Pedigree Puppy

// Buying a puppy should be a joyous event but it can be marred with pitfalls and difficulties. This article is intended to help those people who not only want to add a pedigree puppy to their family but who also need or want help in finding a p...

Distinguish a Breeder From a Puppy Mill

// Searching for that perfect family companion? Be sure to do extensive research on the quest for your future furry family member or you could get more than you bargained for. When choosing a kennel be sure to know the difference between a good ...

10 Tips To Find A Good Breeder

// 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 ...

Three Tips To Avoiding Puppy Mills (or Puppy Farms)

// Avoiding puppy mills is the number one way to put them out of business. If you are looking for a puppy, read on to learn avoidance strategies. First we will cover what a puppy mill is, and then we will move on to the THREE TIPS YOU NEED TO KN...

How to Choose a Dog Breeder

// After you have exhausted all your research concerning the breed of dog you are going to adopt the next step is finding a reputable dog breeder. Please do not visit your local mall to adopt! It is extremely difficult to be able to go through t...

How Long Is a Dog's Gestation Period?

// Gestation, or the term of a pregnancy in dogs starts from the first time they are bred, or fertilised, and lasts until the puppies are born. This period can vary based on the breed or size of the dog, but usually is about 9 weeks. Unlike huma...

Questions To Ask Yourself Before Breeding Your Dog

// There's no doubt that owning a dog is hugely satisfying. Of course, there is a huge amount of responsibility - exercising him, food bills, visits to the vet and poop scooping are just some of the aspects involved. It's a labour of love but, ...

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