How to Interview Your
Breeder Well
Questions to ask all breeders
1. Interview your breeder well
Ask lots of questions, we want you to be comfortable asking questions,
after all you are adopting a new baby.
New baby’s do come with LOTS of questions,
we are here to answer all of them.
We want you to know you can call us for any reason day, night or anytime,
just to inquire about your little one, or otherwise,
after all we are the ones imprinting your precious one for this time,
we know how important that is,
and take our time with your little ones very seriously.
This will mean a-lot to you in the long run as a puppy owner,
call us anytime.
Honestly, we mean it.
2. Knowledge in the breed?
History of this breed is quite interesting I have often found research takes time,
and learning, and either it is something you want to do,
and it is interesting to you, or , is just isn’t.
There is so much history in this breed ,
to create the French Bulldog, it really is quite fascinating,
it all takes time to learn .
Ask all the questions, you want to learn all you can in this area,
there is much here to be discovered.
Do they know their lineage?
Be informed.
Know your dogs history.
Knowing your lineage has everything to do with the future health of your puppy.
What were the sizes of dogs in the lines you are looking at?
What were past health issues if any?
These are all issues you want to discuss with your breeder prior to purchasing a puppy.
The most important decision you can make
is the decision about a breeder.
Puppies are adorable and cute,
however if the life expectancy of your puppy is only 5 years because of your
puppy’s lineage it would be worth knowing prior to falling in love right?
Many breeders test, and breed dogs still affected with issues that are questionable.
You as a buyer need to be INFORMED.
Do your research,
talk to your VET remember when we depended on people with an education?
There are many great breeders , know who they are.
If they sit on a Board , or have held positions on boards,
there are a few reputable breeders out there.
Puppy shopping by price is just that, you get what you pay for.
Lower price, bigger dog, and bigger problems.
Don’t make the common mistake of buying the least expensive puppy,
find a breeder you love, and that will work with you.
When working with a breeder whom sits on a board,
if you do purchase a sick puppy, or a breeder will not refund a deposit,
and your contract stipulates they should ( believe me, it happens) ,
a board will help you if the breeder sits on a Board.
For example UKCI, CKC, and AKC etc.. these are all Registries and have Board positions.
Not a club these are different running a chat room
(often referred to as a chat board) is not a board,
and does not qualify as a board position.
Board positions are positions we sit on as Registries this is where your dog’s pedigree is held.
3. Knowledge in lineage breeding goals
Our knowledge in our lineage is extensive.
Breeding at all can not be accomplished without knowledge
of where your dogs came from, who they originated out of and what those dogs may , or may not have carried for.
I have researched and scrutinized information on
every breeder who has lines related to my dogs.
Why? To gain knowledge of my lines, how large were the backgrounds,
what were the colors, patterns further back?
How did they whelp? For this reason ,
I have extensive knowledge on my lines.
My breeding goals consist of raising puppies that are of the most gentle
temperament first and foremost. And of the healthiest lineage.
Second , unique , color breeding is just is gaining popularity,
it is beautiful and can never be duplicated ,
each pattern appears different on every dog.
Third, conformation, why is this not first, well I will tell you.
Why is one person short, and another tall?
I feel conformation is opinion issue,
yes we breed for breed conformation ,
not to be confused with making sure every puppy is perfect,
I do not believe any breeder can do that,
we certainly can not, and do not love any one less than any other because
of how it looks.
All of our dogs meet breed standard,
would they win in the show ring? In whose opinion?
We do not breed for opinion of one judge or another or show ring quality,
and opinion really is up to you, not us.
We are breeding for temperament and health,
if you feel they are beautiful, then we really scored,
we already think they are beautiful, then again, it’s just an opinion, right.
4. We strive to be friendly.
And promptly return your calls / emails?
Your call/ email is very important to us.
We will usually be available to answer your call,
if not we will promptly return your call usually within a few hours.
Please feel free to call my cell as well. (303-905-7717)
You are not interrupting me.
Your call is very important to me.
We strive to put you the client first.
5. We are professional
We want you to feel comfortable asking questions.
We want you to have a good rapport with us,
and feel comfortable why do business with someone you do not?
I keep in touch with all my puppy parents after my puppies have gone home,
if you are not comfortable with me, why would you send me pictures,
I do want pictures and updates.
6. I have credentials.
I hold positions on two Boards
and have a commitment to maintaining the breed?
Breeders have to earn respect in the breeding community,
by their peers ,
gain recommendations and referrals
in order to sit or be recommended for a position on any type of Board.
Currently I hold positions on two Boards
National Rat Terrier Association / Secretary of the NRTA / District 6 NorthWest Vice President
International Dog Registry / President
