Ask Your Golden Retriever Breeder Questions
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There's no way around the issue - a Golden Retriever puppy costs a lot of money. Depending on the health assurances and reputation as a breeder, a pure bred Golden Retriever puppy can run you anywhere from three hundred to three thousand dollars. If you are going to be investing that much money in a pet, a show dog or future breeding stock, then you need to ask a lot of questions to your Golden Retriever breeder.
You should ask for references. A reputable Golden Retriever breeder will be more than happy to provide them. They will reply like a grandparent talking about their grandchildren. You might even have to ask the Golden Retriever breeder to shut up about the references.
This is a very good sign. Also ask what they look for in an ideal Golden Retriever owner. If all they talk about is the check clearing, than this is not the breeder for you.
There are still a frightening amount of puppy mills in North America, sadly. Puppy mills produce puppies in very inhumane ways, which often produces sickly and slightly demented animals. You want to avoid paying for this type of cruel dog breeding if you love dogs at all. This means you have to visit the home and kennel of every Golden Retriever breeder you are considering getting a pup from to be sure they are not puppy mill owners.
You also want to ask for a written contract, which spells out what the breeder is responsible for. A good Golden Retriever breeder will already have such a contract for you! A good breeder will also be able to not only show you the puppy's mother, but also her health certificates.
If you need to give up your dog for any reason, will the breeder be willing to take the dog back (you won't get any money back, but the dog will get a good home). You need to ask what the breeder looks for in a Golden Retriever owner.
And last but not least, if you want a good pet Golden Retriever, please consider adopting from a Golden Retriever breed rescue group or even your local animal shelter for an adult dog. Most animals are abandoned through no fault of their own and will make perfect pets.
And an excellent Golden Retriever breeder will take the dog back, no matter what age, if you find yourself in a bad way and can no longer care for a dog. Please ask about that option, too.
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About the author: Carol Matthews is an avid lover of the Golden Retriever and has a popular website where you'll discover how to have a happy, healthy and well behaved Golden Retriever. Among other topics at this website, you can also learn all about Golden Retriever Breeders plus a whole lot more.
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