Difference between Puppy Mills and Good breeders

Puppy mills care nothing about the dogs they raise. The produce puppies in a mass scale only for the profit aspects of these dogs. There is little to no socialization done with these puppies, and are often shy, frightened, neglected, abused or in poor health. Puppy mills are filthy set ups, with a huge number of dogs of all different kinds of breeds all crammed up together in small crates and runs. There is no care given to the individual dogs or even whom breeds to whom. Puppy mills often sell their puppies to pet shops or unknowing pet owners for big bucks, and most they do not care where their puppies are going. I am sure most of you out there has read about news about these sort of puppy mills.

A reputable breeder has vast knowledge on their chosen breed, and will go out of their way to learn everything they can on the breed. They dedicate most of their time to care, play, train and teach their dogs. They will thoroughly screen their new puppy owners, just to make sure that their puppies are going to the right homes. A breeder works very hard in raising the best puppies they can and care deeply about each and every individual puppy. They will teach EVERY new puppy owner everything about the breed that they can. A good breeder is always there to help out the owners whenever they need him.Good breeders back up their puppies with at least a 1 year health guarantee against genetic defects. These are the people who really care about the breed and will sacrifice almost anything to improve it.

A good breeder has nothing to hide. They will show you where their puppies are kept and the adults are proud to show them off. A good breeder will be upfront with you when asking about the size of the parents and the puppies not just trying to shove a puppy on you to make the money. A good breeder should know their dogs and what they will produce.

A good breeder is not just in it for the money. It is for the passion and love of the breed. Good breeders do not make a whole lot of money on their puppies. Most of the money made is put back into their dogs. There are vet bills, grooming costs, feeding costs, upkeep, advertising and purchasing of new breeding stock to take into consideration. It is NOT a cheap venture or a quick money making scheme.

So next time, if you decide to buy a puppy, make sure you get one from a reputable breeder.