Boxer Breeders – The Best Way To Buy A Boxer

Bringing home any new puppy is a big responsibility and it’s no different when you decide to bring a Boxer puppy into your life. Before you ever bring the puppy home there are a lot of things to consider. One of the most important things to think about is where you’re going to get your puppy.

Finding A Breeder

Just about everyone agrees that the ideal way for a puppy to begin life is in a home situation, with a loving and devoted breeder attending to all of his wants and needs. The breeder will keep things clean and tidy, take care of the mother, see to it that the puppies are wormed and vaccinated at appropriate times, and begin some early socialization with the pups. Puppies raised by show and hobby breeders have a good chance of starting life this way so they are usually highly recommended if you are looking for a Boxer puppy.

Of course, it’s not always easy to find a Boxer puppy exactly when you want one, particularly if you have any special requests, such as gender or color. If you have to have a brindle female and she has to come home with you in June after you come home from vacation, well, that may make things a little tougher.

When you start looking for Boxer breeders the best thing to do is to check with the local and national kennel clubs. They usually keep lists of people who breed or who may have upcoming litters. Check with the national Boxer clubs, such as the American Boxer Club in the U.S., the National Boxer Council in Australia, or The Boxer Club in New Zealand. These clubs can point you toward people to chat with about Boxers in general and about puppies which may be available. If you’re at all interested in becoming involved in dog activities then the people with these clubs can also fill you in on how to get active with your new puppy. Most people are happy to be of help.

Contacting A Breeder

Once you’ve identified a few breeders who may have upcoming litters you should contact them and talk to them about their puppies. Do be honest with them. Breeders are suspicious of anyone who sounds like they’re lying or trying to cover up something. After all, they love their dogs and their puppies and they do not want a puppy to go to a bad home or to someone with bad intentions. So, be upfront and honest when talking to a breeder. Tell them about yourself and your family. Tell them why you want a puppy.

You can expect the breeder to interview you and ask you questions. But you should also ask the breeder questions about their dogs. Ask them about their dogs’ health and health clearances, such as hip dysplasia. Ask about heart problems, bloat and thyroid issues.

Things To Consider

Of course, you will also want to know about the breeder’s contract and how much the puppy costs. Ask if the breeder requires a deposit and if it’s refundable if something happens before you bring the puppy home. Ask what kind of health guarantee the breeder provides. Although you are discussing buying a puppy you need to be very sensible about what you’re doing. You may be spending a lot of money and you are making a purchase, so think with your head, not your heart at this point.

After you’ve spoken with several breeders you should be in a position to decide which breeder sounds the best to you. Who sounds like they might have the best puppy for you? It’s okay to check around on the Internet or talk to people who have dogs that belong to these breeders. Remember that anyone can have a beautiful web site with pictures of gorgeous dogs. It’s always good to either see the dogs in person or talk to people who have dogs from the breeder. You can also usually check health clearances online.

However, once you have chosen a breeder and paid your deposit, it’s a good idea to stick with one breeder. If you hop from breeder to breeder and string people along saying you want to get a puppy, word will quickly get around about you and you will soon find that no one will sell you one. Most show breeders know each other and they do share information, especially if they have a problem with a potential buyer.

After you and your breeder have reached an agreement and the puppies are born, it’s usually only a matter of waiting until your puppy is old enough to go home with you. If you live close enough you may be able to visit the puppies before that day, but that’s up to the breeder. Some breeders are sticklers when it comes to allowing people to visit puppies due to fears about spreading disease. It just takes one person with parvo germs on their shoes to possibly kill an entire litter of puppies.

Choosing A Puppy

Breeders typically decide which puppies are show quality and which puppies are “pet” quality. The difference may be something as slight as coloring or markings on the puppy’s body, so don’t let the designation bother you. Otherwise the puppies in the litter are raised exactly the same way from the time they’re born. Some breeders let the buyer choose which pet puppy they like but other breeders may try to match the buyer and the puppy based on what they know about the puppy’s temperament.

After all, the breeder has usually been carefully watching the puppies for 8-12 weeks so they know the puppies very well. They want them to go to a home that fits them. For instance, if you have children the breeder may steer you toward a gentler puppy than you initially like.

One of the great things about getting a Boxer puppy from this kind of breeder is that a show or hobby breeder with a contract is usually there for you for the rest of the dog’s life as a resource. If you’re having house training problems, or the puppy is chewing, you can call your breeder and get some advice. If you need some advice later with training, call your breeder. If you’re thinking about changing food and you want a second opinion, call your breeder. Your breeder knows your dog, knows his family, knows about his health. Your breeder is there for you.

That’s a great benefit that you don’t have when you get a puppy or dog from some other sources.

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