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Maltese – Young

Only 3 purebred Maltese puppies left, 8 weeks old. 1 boy , 2 girls Mum and Dad are purebred Maltese.. Pups are vaccinated, microchipped and wormed and are ready to move to their forever home . Born in a loving family environment, handled daily, socialised with and around larger dogs and kids. Transport across Australia at buyers expense

Wendywendy163@outlook.com


Chihuahua – Goulburn

Two male chihuahuas one majority brown with white on legs and chest he is full of energy playing with the other pups and cat. The other is the runt he has white legs white on his chest and around his neck and grey everywhere else. He loves to play with toys and was the first to open his eyes, walk and bark. They are eating solids and lapping milk and water. They have been wormed twice so far, next is at 8 weeks. At 6 weeks they will be chipped vaccinated and vet checked.

Sherrie doyle


Dogs – Goolwa

1x Black Female 1x White Female 2 x White Males All puppies are microchipped and fully vaccinated. They are healthy, playful, and well socialised, raised in a loving home environment. They are great with children, adults and other dogs, making them the perfect family pet or companion dog. Message for more details or to arrange a visit. 📍Goolwa, South Australia 📞 0432 221 341

Allison Halliday


Dogs – Natasha Ball

🐾 Gorgeous JR Puppies 🐾 Our puppies were born on 08/03/26 and are now 4 weeks old, growing bigger and cheekier every day. They are eating Optimum puppy food with milk and have been wormed from 2 weeks of age. Raised around, interacted and handled by children/teenagers/adults & elderly people, older dogs and cats. ✨ 4 puppies available: 2 boys & 2 girls ✨ (They have names but only for ID purposes and can be changed by new owners) They will be ready to go to their new homes from 3rd May 2026. Each puppy will come: ✔️ Fully Wormed (2,4,6,8 weeks) ✔️ Vaccinated ✔️ Microchipped ✔️ Vet checked (have been to vet once already, straight after birth for checking)

Natasha Ball


Cavoodle – Austral

Beautiful Cavoodle Puppies – Family Raised 🐶 Our lovely tiny Cavoodle litter is ready for their forever homes. 1 Apricot male - $3000 2 midnight black female $2000 4 tuxedo rare male $ 2500 ✨ 6 healthy puppies ✨ Vaccinated, microchipped, vet checked & wormed ✨ Raised in a loving family environment Parents: 🐾 Toy Chocolate Cavoodle mum 🐾 Apricot Cavoodle dad

Devi Nair


Pomsky – Goulburn

Only 3 Pomsky puppies left, 8 weeks old. 2 boys , 1 girl Mum is a purebred Siberian Husky and Dad is a Pomeranian.. Pups are vaccinated, microchipped and wormed and are ready to move to their forever home . Born in a loving family environment, handled daily, socialised with and around larger dogs and kids. Transport across Australia at buyers expense

CherrySnow1@outlook.com


Staffordshire Bull Terrier – Barbara Calderwood

Six gorgeous and playful Staffy pups. Three females and three males ready to be rehomed. They are up to date with Vaccinations, worming and microchipping. Parents - Mum is full English Staffy and Dad is English x American Staffy. Price is negotiable for genuinely interested new family.

Barbara Calderwood


Beaglier – Doonan

Meet our 6 Beautiful, Beaglier back to Blenheim King Charles cavalier. Boys- Dumpling, Patrick, Cookie and Pudding. Girls- Maple and Mereni From Mandy Louise: These little sweeties are holistically bred and homeopathically treated. Mum and dad are unashamedly house dogs. Indoor companions who love walks and playing in the gardens, Beautiful intelligent, loving, sweet Beaglier Mum and cute, cuddly and loveable purebred King Charles Cavalier Dad. These beautiful medium sized dogs are easy to maintain. Dad is not a woolly Cav so NO clipping needed. We kept 2 pups in the family from previous litters and know that they are marvellous dogs. They are companion dogs and will suit a retired couple or family in a stable home with time to spoil them or a homeschool family. Both parents are good when left alone. Well adjusted around people, cats, birds and children. From the pups- Our Nan would prefer we go to people who have researched natural pet keeping as our mum and dad have never been healthier than when Nan went wholefood and natural. Vet checks and microchipping are pre-booked and our homeopathic vaccination started at 4 weeks. Homeopathies and herbs train the immune system, they don't suppress or bypass it, making for healthy dogs. We are 2 girls and 4 boys. Our date of birth is 2.3.26. We need a good diet, lots of cuddles and sleep time. Nanny is a holistic pet owner with lots of experience with loved pets and was training to be a vet before going holistic. She is a wildlife carer. Yes, our mum and dad can bark, we are dogs, but Nan says they are mostly quiet. Mum and dad are playful. Dad can run faster than mum, but love snuggling up with Nan all day too. Nan has a house camera and she says that mum and dad are good even when she goes out, just ask her. We won't need much grooming but we do need a regular brush, occasional detangle and bath. From mum, Lily: Mum says my pups will only go to the right family. We are not outdoor dogs but do love to zoom around while we are outside or on a walk, love the beach! But we come back when we are called. We live on 1/2 acre of fun gardens and things to climb on and explore, as well as a lovely screened outdoor courtyard. All in all we wish our pups could stay here, but Mum says our joy must be shared. Mum can tell you lots more. From Mandy Louise: If you are looking for gorgeous medium sized companions and are willing for a slow handover to get to know us and make sure we are right for each other at about 9 weeks. No, I won't freight our grandpups. They would hate it. Yes, I would love updates on our grandpups' new lives too, if possible. From the pups: Nan says our two older brothers who are now over a year old and kept by family are beautiful intelligent family orientated dogs. Both of our older brothers have the cavalier conversational cuddly personalities. Lots of photos available. We will come with a quality comprehensive puppycare pack. Basket, Lyka food, goat milk, supps, homeopathies. Certifites-birth, health, QMRA report. From Louise: Puppies are gorgeous and will be well adjusted around people, cats, birds, chooks and children. For the details only peeps. Fun, cuddly, friendly, loyal natures. Adopter screening is friendly and meaningful. I work on ensuring well-adjusted pups and have been a conscientious furbaby mum my whole life.( over 50) Pups will be ready at 9 weeks old. Parents are fed a nutrient dense diet suitable to their breed. We are constantly stopped on walks with comments regarding the health, vitality, look of our dogs. Both mum and dad are our adored indoor fur babies. Soft Crate training in progress. Dad is always there outside my room My grandpups are handled and weighed from birth. Exposed to a healthy variety of stimuli, including toys, textures, noises, puppy games, cats/ birds, children and toddlers and family from 3 weeks. Basic training is ongoing from 2 weeks, including recall at 4 weeks, toilet training, outdoor play at weeks and car travel. •Girls and boys have a range of tan and white coats. • Regular updates, including puppy and parents meet and greet (once pups are older). Pups are meeting and exceeding milestones. • Herbal wormers from 2 weeks. Homeopathic heartworm and puppy food additives at 4 weeks. Puppies are prebooked be vet checked, and Naturopath/ homeopath checked, microchipped at 8 weeks. Mum beautiful natured F2B Beaglier. Dad sweet toy loving pure Cavalier King Charles spaniel. Grandmother on mum's side F2 Beaglier. Met her. Beautiful dog. Grandsire pure Cavalier King Charles spaniel. Grandmother and Grandsire on dad's side pure Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. RPBA NO: 17350 BIN0017871506708

Louise


Moodle – Goulburn

Teddy is a lovely 7 month old puppy who loves cuddles, walks around the block, and playing tug of war. He is fully house trained (crated at night to sleep), and hasn't destroyed anything inside (he is a socks thief though!). He is desexed, fully vaccinated, monthly worm and flea chew, groomed regularly. He is only being rehomed due to our daughter not taking responsibility for him.

Lisa T


Cavoodle – Parklea

Adorable 9-Week-Old Cavoodle Puppies – Ready for Loving Forever Homes 🐾 They are already full of personality, affectionate, and full of that irresistible puppy charm that makes them such a wonderful addition to any family. Each puppy has been Vet health checked:
✔️ Wormed
✔️ Vaccinated
✔️ Microchipped About the Puppies
They have stunning soft brown coats with unique smoky tones through their fur, giving them a truly special and eye-catching look. Each puppy has its own little personality, so it’s important to us that they are matched with the right home. Our Adoption Process
Finding the right home is our top priority: * Please view the photos and choose the puppy you are most interested in (if still available). * We will then arrange a meet and play ,ideally, this will be at your home. * If distance makes this difficult, we are happy to organise an alternative arrangement (such as a neutral meeting location). * We ask that potential owners provide a brief description of the home they can offer (lifestyle, yard, other pets, experience, etc.). We are very committed to ensuring our puppies go to loving, responsible, and permanent homes where they will be treated as part of the family. 🐶 Serious enquiries only, please. These puppies mean the world to us, and we are dedicated to finding them the best possible homes. If you believe you can provide a safe, happy, and loving environment, we would love to hear from you, Thank you Connie

Connie Marie


Cavoodle – Penrith

Hi, This is really hard for me to write. but we're looking for a loving new home for our dog Lucy Lucy is a Cavoodle with a gentle, friendly personality. She's great with people and loves attention and being around others. She deserves a home where someone has the time to be with her and aive her the love she needs. The reason we're rehoming her is because my dad is being posted away on deployment for two years and with school and moving into a unit, we won't be able to give her the time and space she deserves. We are not rushing this-we want to find the right home for Lucy. Ideally, a family or person who: • Has time to spend with her • Will treat her like part of the family Can give her a stable, loving environment If you or someone you know might be a good fit please message me. We'd love to make sure she goes somewhere safe and happy. Thank you

BHUPINDER SINGH


Dogs – Loxton North

Male 20 months old. Up to date with vaccinations. Not desexed. Has full paperwork. Great with other dogs. Has not been around little children or cats. Knows basic commands. Crate trained. Happy go lucky boy.

Ange


Dogs – Prospect

- How many animals are you selling and what are the age, sex and colour of each? 1, Age: 3 years old, female, black/white - What kind of lifestyle are they used to? Food, exercise, sleeping area, routines, etc.? Home-made chicken with rice at 6pm, dog dry biscuits in the morning, treat with the strapz either flavour beef,liver, chicken & pet biscuits packets ( kmart) at 9pm at night. She love walking daily for 30 mins to burn her out, fast asleep after walk. She will sleep on her own bed beside your bed at night, she will scratches your arm or leg let you know that she wants go to the toliet, she's well trained toliet. She can read the sign languages since she was pup. - What is their medical history and details of past vaccinations, microchipping, flea and worming treatment? Microchipped, desexed, vaccinations, advocate for dog 4-10kg. - What is their personality like and how do they get along with new people, other animals, kids and new things? Very friendly, affectionate, sat lap, playful, very protective the family that she love and want to sleep with the kids or sat lap. She will stratch your arm or leg to let you that she want to the loo, sat lap or playful. She must walking daily for 30 mins & burn her out, fast asleep after walk. She will sleep on her own bed be side your bed at night.

Melaney Bell


Poodle Mini – Jacqui Padgett

Jasper is a 3 year-old male Miniature Poodle. He is intelligent, affectionate, and a great companion dog. He loves playing ball and would suit a home that understands the breed and can give him attention, structure, and companionship. Serious enquiries only.

Jacqui Padgett


Labrador Retriever – Glenmore Park

Beautiful 14 week old girl labrador. Unfortunately way to playful for my 18 month old child and upsetting her would suit a family with older kids. Mostly inside dog and toilet trained with only a few accidents still happening. Fully vaxed and ready for new home

Luke


Dogs – Raymond Terrace

Purebred Cavalier King Charles We are a small ethical Breeder of ANKC pedigree Cavaliers. We have currently 2 gorgeous healthy puppies available 1 Blenheim boy 1 Ruby boys Puppies are vet checked (free of heartmurmur), wormed, vaccinated, microchiped and comes with a written Health Certificate from our vet. Both parents are Orivet DNA tested, results can be viewed on request. The little happy chaps are well socialized and on their way with toilet training. Puppy pack will also be provided as well as life time support and we have a rehoming policy in place. The boys will go to approved homes only with Dogs NSW Main Registration. Genuine enquiries welcome

Barbara Quinn


Labrador Retriever – Bowen

💛 Purebred Labrador Puppies 💛 *No papers All golden in colour, soon to be looking for their forever homes!! They are being raised with lots of love and attention, on small acreage in a family environment with children, making them well socialised, confident, and used to everyday household activity. Labradors make wonderful family companions and are known for being loyal, intelligent, and great with children. 🏡 Ready for new homes: 17 May onward. 🐕 Puppy updates will be available to buyers. ✨ Puppy Details • 3 females & 4 males. 💛 Yellow - Girl 💜 Purple - Girl 🩷 Pink - Girl 🧡 Orange - Boy 💚 Green - Boy 💙 Blue - Boy ❤️ Red - Boy 🩺 All puppies will come with: • First vaccinations • Wormed • Microchipped • Full vet health check • Puppy pack included: Blanket from with Mothers/litter smell, Microchip information, Puppy Health Record (Vaccinations, Worming etc), Parents and generations information available, Feeding Guide, Puppy Care Guide. 🐕 Parents: • Mum: American Labrador – calm, playful, loyal and fantastic with kids. Raised on small acreage. • Dad: American Labrador – Playful, healthy and raised with kids on small acreage. Requirements for Buyers: • Committed to a lifelong loving home. • Willing to provide information on living arrangements and where the puppy will be. ✈️🚗 Can deliver to Mackay, Collinsville, Townsville and Whitsundays. 💳 A deposit is required to secure your chosen puppy. These puppies will make fantastic family pets and companions. 📩 Serious enquiries welcome – happy to answer questions and arrange viewings from 6 weeks onwards. Email - drysdalelabs@gmail.com

Drysdale Labs


Cavoodle – Kara

🐾 F1B Cavoodle Puppies – Ready for Loving Homes Soon 🐾 We have a beautiful litter of F1B Cavoodle puppies looking for their forever families 4 Boys 1 Girl. These puppies are being raised in our family home and are well handled daily, making them affectionate, confident, and well socialised with people and household noises. Breed: F1B Cavoodle DOB: 1st March 2026 Ready to go: From 8 weeks of age 26th April 2016 Location: Shellharbour NSW ✨ About the puppies • Low-shedding, allergy-friendly coats • Beautiful temperaments — affectionate and intelligent • Raised indoors with lots of love and interaction • Started early socialisation and routine handling 🐶 Parents • Mum: Cavoodle (lovely calm temperament) • Dad: Poodle • Both parents healthy with beautiful natures ✅ Puppies will go home with: • First vaccination • Microchipped • Vet health check • Wormed every 2 weeks • Puppy care information pack • Starter food pack We are looking for caring, committed homes only. 📩 Please message with a little information about yourself and the home you can offer. Deposits welcome to secure your chosen puppy.

Kara


Jack Russell – Australind

Alice is a lovely, friendly, female Jack Russell, 14 months old. We are older folk and thought a small dog would be lovely, maybe have 1 litter of pups with her. We have found our yard is too small, her energy is higher than ours. The kindest thing we can do for us and her, is to let her go to an active family, maybe with children, who will love her. Maybe let her have pups, which we can't do, unfortunately.

Tony Ferg


Dogs – Halls Creek

We have 3 Fluffy Frenchies looking for their loving family homes. All have their first vaccination, microchip registration and health checked. All our puppies are raised in a family home environment and have been socialized with adult dogs and children. We are the owners of both their Mum and Dad and all are registered with MDBA and our prefis is Lookingatyou.

RONICE PUGLIA


Staffordshire Bull Terrier – Lancefield

This lovely and beautifully affectionate pup is called ‘Nugget’ as he was the only brown boy in the litter and is the Golden Nugget🫶 of the bunch. He's the the one who loves a wee cuddle and is super fun to be with. He gets on well with all the others, people, dogs, loves children, and is on well with the others in the pack and his love language is he loves to play. Has been raised around small children so used to being picked up and petted. 2 vaccinations and microchipped. Contract to neuter at 14 months old. Ready to go to new home Friday 10.04.2026.

DiamondsInTheRuff


Cavalier King Charles Spaniel – Grattai

We have 2 very handsome male CAVALIER KCS puppies for sale. Born 7/2/26, they are ready for their forever homes NOW. Boy 1 is Blenheim and boy 2 is Ruby with white markings. Both boys have been vet checked, microchipped, 1st vaccinations, wormed every 2 weeks since birth, exposed to children, household noises and other dogs. They will both make loving, loyal and fun family members. Price has reduced in line with current financial environment. Please phone 0419440058 and speak to Julie

Julie Healy


American Staffordshire Bull Terrier – Claudia

We are moving where unfortunately where we moving to we are not allowed to have pets that are not small only one small dog or cat allowed This pupp has just turned 7 months old and she is fully vaccinated, microchipped, monthly deworming and against parasites aswell. She is a Staffordshire Bull Terrier cross Tossa cross StaffordshireBullTerrier. She is such a beautiful dog 🥹 Extremely affectionate, well behaved and listens to all commands. She is still a pupp who likes to explore and play. She does need her exercise though, needs a yard or a farm. I searched everywhere to be able to have her but after months and with a VERY heavy heart; yet we unfortunately have to say goodbye to her and rehome her where she will receive the same love we have given her 💔 She is extremely shy until she sees that she is under no threat. I do have pictures of both parents, her mother and her father.

Claudia


American Staffordshire Bull Terrier – Claudia

We are moving where unfortunately where we moving to we are not allowed to have pets that are not small only one small dog or cat allowed This pupp has just turned 7 months old and she is fully vaccinated, microchipped, monthly deworming and against parasites aswell. She is a Staffordshire Bull Terrier cross Tossa. She is such a beautiful dog 🥹 Extremely affectionate, well behaved and listens to all commands. She is still a pupp who likes to explore and play. She does need her exercise though, needs a yard or a farm. I searched everywhere to be able to have her but after months and with a VERY heavy heart; yet we unfortunately have to say goodbye to her and rehome her where she will receive the same love we have given her 💔 She is extremely shy until she sees that she is under no threat. I do have pictures of both parents, her mother and her father.

Claudia


Labradoodle – Wingello

Only 4 labradoodle puppies left, 8 weeks old. 2 girls , 2 boys Mum is a red F1B labradoodle and Dad is a miniature red poodle. Pups are vaccinated, microchipped and wormed and are ready to move to their forever home . Born in a loving family environment, handled daily, socialised with and around larger dogs and kids. Transport across Australia at buyers expense

Liz


German Shepherd – Bundaberg Central

Purebred German Shepherd Puppies – Ready Now 📍 Bundaberg, QLD 📅 DOB: 11/02/2026 🏡 Ready for their new homes now 🐶 Available: 2 males and 1 female We are proud registered RPBA breeders (Member #16674) and currently have 3 beautiful purebred German Shepherd puppies available to loving homes. Raised on our family farm alongside children, chickens, sheep, and older dogs, these puppies have been well socialised from an early age and are growing into confident, affectionate, and well-adjusted companions. About Mum and Dad • Mum is a long-haired German Shepherd • Dad is a short-haired German Shepherd • Both are purebred • Both parents have undergone full health checks and comprehensive DNA testing through Orivet • Both have beautiful temperaments and loving natures Raised With Care Our puppies have been given the very best start, raised on premium food blends including fresh chicken, eggs, and milk. Each puppy comes with: ✨ RPBA Registered Breeder documentation ✨ Health check records ✨ Full DNA lineage report ✨ A beautiful photo portfolio of the puppy and parents Important Information • Puppies are not desexed, giving their new families the freedom to make that decision • With their strong lineage and health background, they may also be suitable as future breeding prospects • Vaccination records, flea and worm treatments, and microchip details will be provided at 8 weeks of age (08/04/2026) If you are looking for a happy, healthy, well-raised German Shepherd puppy, we would love to hear from you and help find the right match for your family. Australia-wide transport can be arranged at an additional cost. 📞 Jenny 📱 0447 115 771 🆔 BIN: BIN0016401859457 RPBA Member #: 16674

Jenny Cooper


American Bulldog – Blakeview

Lilly is a very vocal and active 10 month old female pocket bully. She's seeking a home who has time to sort her sassy attitude and give her all the love she has desires. Injections and microship up to date. Pick up Blakeview

Joshua


Dogs – Penrith

We have a beautiful litter of Border Collie x Australian Shepherd puppies looking for their new family’s 🐾 These pups are currently 5 weeks old and already showing incredible personalities — confident, playful, and very intelligent. This mix is known for being highly trainable, loyal, and perfect for active households. We have a range of colours available including Blue Merles (high demand) and tri-colours. Each puppy is being raised with care and regular handling, helping them develop into well-socialised companions. 🐾 What to expect: • Friendly, confident temperaments • Raised around people and daily activity • Ideal for active individuals or families 🩺 They will come with: • First vaccinations • Microchipped • Wormed regularly 📅 Ready to go at 8 weeks 👀 Viewings available from April 4th 📍 Sydney 💰 Price: $2500–$3500 depending on pup If you’re interested, send me a message with: • Which pup you like • A bit about your home/lifestyle Happy to answer any questions 👍

Riley


Dachshund – Oxley

BIN number 0271006 Breeders No. 17277 These 5 Dachshund mini pure bred puppies were born on 6/1/2026 at Lockrose Old. 4342. Can meet for viewing in Oxley Brisbane. Two girls & 2 boys. Their parents are pure bred Daschund mini. Their identity: 1. Girl visual red piebald. $2100 2. Boy Isabella piebald dapple dilute of chocolate. $2300 SOLD 3. Boy visual piebald.'$1800 4. Boy red $1800 5. Girl visual red piebald. $2100 The puppies are all strong and healthy and have been very well socialised so are used to people and places.They are vaccinated for the first and second time and also micro- chipped. They are children friendly, toilet and crate trained. We feed our puppies on a mixture of food to enhance their digestion and immunity. This includes raw from Pet Direct, eggs from our chooks, Taste of the wild also from Pets direct. Well travelled by car. These Dachshund mini puppies are unique and special. You won't be dissappointed. Phone contact 0499981005

Peter Wohling


Maremma Sheepdog – Adelaide

Shepherd - Pure Bred White Maremma Sheepdog 2 years old Male - Vaccinated and Microchipped - not desexed - knows quite a number of tricks (sit, stand, lay down, crawl, paw, come, go, etc.) - toilet trained - can be an indoor or outdoor dog - grew up with kids - great with chooks Also for sale: Princess - Golden Retriever - 9 months old Female - Vaccinated and Microchipped - both parents Golden Retrievers (mother is short legged) - Extremely docile - will sit quietly while you put her leash on - quiet and respectful - grew up with kids - would catch when a ball or food is thrown - amazing personality Duchess - Golden Retriever (Rare Short Legged breed) 3 years old Female - Vaccinated and Microchipped - last litter had 11 pups, including Princess - 3/4 golden retriever 1/4 labrador - not desexed - great with kids - extremely friendly - loves people We are relocating interstate and our new circumstances would not allow for us to have dogs, as we will be living on a shared property with cats. Please check out my other ads.

Anna


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Common Questions To Ask Your Dog Breeder

Once you've figured out what type of dog breed you'd like to get, it's time to find yourself a responsible breeder. That way, you can bring home a puppy that is healthy, has a good temperament, and is properly socialised.

If you don't know where to begin looking for an ethical breeder, consider asking a licensed veterinarian. You can also look for a recommendation from someone who has adopted a happy and healthy dog, or check out reviews.

Bear in mind that even when you have found yourself a breeder, they may not be the right one for you. To find out if you are doing business with a trustworthy seller, you need to ask them a lot of questions. Here are six important ones to ask:

A responsible breeder should be able to show you at least one of your desired dog’s parents. Often, you won’t get to meet the father, as most sellers do not own it. What’s important is that you get to meet the mother so that you can assess her temperament and general health.

Although most potential buyers overlook this step, it is a crucial part of the dog-selection process. Meeting the parents and interacting with them will give you a better idea as to what your canine will look like and how it will behave when it becomes an adult.

If the litter is around, do not hesitate to ask your seller to meet it as well. Get to know each puppy by playing with it and holding it. If it shows fear, aggression, or other behavioural issues, take it as a sign to walk away and find another breeder.

Most dogs are socialised as early as six weeks of age to prepare them to live in a new home. When they are not properly socialised by the time they reach the age of adoption, which is between eight and 12 weeks old, chances are, they will become difficult to handle.

It is, therefore, important that you ask your breeder if they socialise their canines before selling them. Find out if your desired dog has already been exposed to different people, animals, sights, scents, and sounds. This way, it won’t have difficulty adjusting to a new living environment.

Some canines, whether purebred or crossbreed, are predisposed to genetic defects. This is why you should ask your breeder if the parents of the dog you wish to adopt have been tested for all health issues common to their breed.

Additionally, find out from your seller if they provide the parent dogs with any preventative care such as annual vet examinations, vaccinations and boosters, and routine prevention for fleas and ticks.

Finally, question your breeder if any of the parent dogs have experienced a health issue in the previous weeks. If the answer is yes, ask what the vet’s evaluation was and how the problem was treated. This way, you know what preventative measures to take for your canine.

Once you have taken your new dog home, do not introduce it to an entirely different diet right away. This can take a toll on its health. It is recommended that you continue feeding it what it has been used to eating for at least a couple more days.

When introducing new foods to your canine, do it slowly. You can start by mixing a few of the new kibbles with the old ones.

Before you adopt a dog for sale, you will want to confirm that it has been taken to a vet for screening and vaccination. A good breeder should be aware of how far their dog has come on its shots and be able to tell you when the next schedule is.

Ideally, all dogs should have received their first series of vaccinations between six and nine weeks of age. The second series should have been administered at 10 to 12 weeks old. If your breeder has failed to have their canine vaccinated, make it your responsibility.

Although not mandatory, a health guarantee is customary in dog breeding and buying. Do not worry if your seller does not offer one, as this doesn’t mean they are untrustworthy or that their canine is not well-bred.

What you can do is ask your breeder the following questions:

  • Can I give the dog back if I can no longer care for it due to health reasons, old age, or any other unfortunate circumstance? If not, can you help me find another suitable home for it?
  • Can I return the dog if it is found to have a severe illness a few weeks after I bring it home?
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