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2006-09-13 10:05:13 · 13 answers · asked by szasza73 1 in Pets Dogs

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Yes you can. Depending on what you are looking for, if you are looking for a specific breed, or if you are looking to adopt a dog. Petfinder is a nice site for people looking to adopt. If you are looking for a specific breed, you can google the breed and make sure that the breeder you find does the proper testing on breeding animals. Ask about a guarantee from the breeder as well.

2006-09-13 11:27:03 · answer #1 · answered by bear 2 zealand © 6 · 0 0

Yes, you can but why would you want to. You should adopt a animal that needs your help from a shelter or a rescue group. If you are hell bent on getting a puppy then you should get one from a reputable breeder not a puppy mill where the make the mothers breed for there entire lives, the puppies usually have health problems from poor living conditions, and the puppies are not socilized and tend to have behavioral problems. You need to meet the breeder and the sire and ***** before you buy any dogs. Be careful you don't end up with a sick puppy because nothing sucks more then having to deal with the loss of a dog.

2006-09-13 10:11:00 · answer #2 · answered by lunitari601 3 · 0 0

Yes!
www.petfinder.com is great for adopting a dog
www.puppyfind.com is a place to find breed specific breeders.

Use caution with over the internet purchases because some of the puppies may not be as healthy, or the breeders might be a little shady. I suggest if you find a dog you go check him/her out before making your decision to make sure they are completely compatible with your family.
Good luck

Also if you do find a breeder online that you like, make sure to ask a lot of questions about the history of the breeder, references, health guarentee, etc.... Showing puppies online does not always mean the puppys are of lesser quality, but it's something you want to rreally look into.

2006-09-13 10:07:47 · answer #3 · answered by K C 2 · 1 0

The best place to get puppies is a shelter. Most of them have website with a list of current dogs that are available.

Most anything that you buy on the internet will have to be shipped, it costs $200 and up. If you still want to buy on the internet, amke sure you are getting your money's worth and do some research about the average cost of the breed you are looking for. You can try:

puppyfind.com

Good luck

2006-09-13 10:11:43 · answer #4 · answered by andicohoon707 2 · 0 0

There are alot of bad breeders out there, so please be careful. Most reputable breeders do not need to advertise on the web.

Your local humane society should have a website, ans as other suggested, if you are in the statesm petfinder is a great site.

Here's a good article for you
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So, you've decided to get a dog. You're prepared to feed, exercise, train, clean up after, work through problems with, and love a dog every day for the next 10 to 20 years. You've evaluated your lifestyle and know exactly what sort of dog you're looking for (e.g., a high energy dog to go running with, or a more sedate dog to lounge on the couch with), and you know that you need to seek out your desired characteristics in individual dogs, not breeds, because breed is no guarantee of temperament or likes and dislikes.
Because you know that about one in every four dogs in U.S. animal shelters is a purebred, you start there, because you want to do the right thing and help a homeless dog. You know that most dogs lose their homes because of "people reasons" like cost, lack of time, lifestyle changes (new baby, divorce, moving, or marriage), or allergies, and not because of something the dog has done. You've checked out the purebred rescue group for your breed, but still haven't found "The One." And you're way too smart to buy a puppy from a pet store because you know that most of those puppies come from mass breeding facilities better known as puppy mills.

So, you've decided to buy a dog from a breeder—but you don't want to support someone who doesn't have their dogs' best interest at heart.

How do you identify and find a reputable breeder? First, know that good breeders breed not just to make money—they don't sell their puppies to the first person who shows up with cash in hand. Too often, unsuspecting people buy puppies from breeders (or neighbors) who breed their dog to make a little money or simply because they have a dog "with papers." Too often, the result is puppies in poor health or with temperament problems that may not be discovered until years later. Unfortunately, these new-pet families often end up heartbroken, with a dog who has genetic health problems or develops significant behavior problems due to a lack of early socialization. In some cases, these problems can cost thousands of dollars to treat.

To avoid these pitfalls, download our "How to Identify a Good Dog Breeder" checklist and take it with you as you visit different breeders. If the breeder you're working with doesn't meet all of the minimum criteria listed, The Humane Society of the United States advises you to walk away. Remember, your dog will likely live 12 to 20 years, so it's well worth investing some time now to be sure you're working with a reputable breeder who breeds healthy, happy dogs.

You can find reputable breeders by asking for referrals from your veterinarian or trusted friends, by contacting local breed clubs, or visiting dog shows. Remember, a reputable breeder will never sell her dogs through a pet store or in any other way that does not allow her to thoroughly meet with and interview you to ensure that the puppy is a good match for your family and that you will provide a responsible lifelong home.

Please don't ever buy a dog without personally visiting where he or she was born and raised. Take the time now to find the right breeder and you'll thank yourself for the rest of your dog's life

2006-09-13 10:17:19 · answer #5 · answered by Nikki T 4 · 1 0

yes! go to www.petfinder.com!!
DO NOT go thru internet puppy stores.. you're just ASKING for trouble if you buy one and then have it shipped to you! The dogs could have diseases, they could have hip dysphalia (however you spell it) and the people selling the pups just are in it for the money! there are hundreds of THOUSANDS of puppies in shelters that you can choose from!!!!! save a life!!!!!!

2006-09-13 10:28:17 · answer #6 · answered by keep it real 4 · 0 0

Yes you can. just type in breeders and the breed and any other information you may need to reduce the search criteria. into your computer search menu. Good luck finding what your looking for. I hope you have done your prepurchase research.

2006-09-13 10:12:05 · answer #7 · answered by reispinscher 4 · 0 0

http://www.petfinder.com

Petfinder is a website that many (most) animal shelters and rescues use to advertise their adoptable animals. You can specify your zip code, what kind of animal you want and what breed and let your computer do the walking.

2006-09-13 10:07:44 · answer #8 · answered by tenzo0 3 · 1 0

try looking up your local humane society or just searching for puppies.

2006-09-13 10:06:17 · answer #9 · answered by lady_reed_03 2 · 0 0

go to www.petfinder.com they are a great website that has alot of rescue groups participating

2006-09-13 10:07:13 · answer #10 · answered by kmisa 2 · 1 0

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