Is this a bad time of year to buy a dog?

Question

a little puppy 4 pounds?

i dont want it to like freze when it has to go out to the bathroom cause its so tiny!

Answer 1

I don't think there is really a "bad" time of year to buy a dog. However, around the holidays a lot of litters are born, so you may be feeding the "quantity" versus "quality" breeding by supporting holiday time sales.

Keep in mind that colder winter weather may make house training more difficult, as many puppies (even grown dogs) do not like the cold/wet weather.

Personally, I suggest going to http://www.petfinder.com and adopting, rather than buy, your canine companion. Make sure you fully research the breed (if you are wanting a purebred) to be sure you can handle the exercise, grooming, training, and feeding requirements, as well as the general breed temperment.

I can give you some advice on choosing a breed/puppy to best fit your life style, if you would like to email me [e-mail]

Hope I have helped!

Answer 2

Well, if you're thinking a specific puppy that's already born, go ahead and get it. As long as you're not leaving the puppy alone outside and bringing it in as soon as it does its business, it'll be fine.

If you're just thinking you want a puppy in general, then it's better to wait after the holidays and check out the animal shelters. A lot of people do not realize that puppies, kittens, birds, etc, are NOT good gifts. So often a pet that was given with good intentions will end up at the pound or rescue center because the recipient couldn't care for the poor thing.

Answer 3

There isn't a bad time of the year to buy a dog, but you want to make sure your routine is normal when you bring your new friend home. Trying to introduce a puppy during a busy time of the year, such as the holidays, can be overwhelming to the dog. so other then that, any time of the year where you are available to train and care for it is good.

I had a cocker spaniel who when groomed would be shaved on the top of her back and sides. During the cold months, I would put a sweater on her to keep her warm and then just monitored how long she was outside.

Good luck with you new pup!

Answer 4

There is not a bad time of year to get a puppy, just make sure you have the time to care and train it properly. Sometimes for busy people an older dog (shelter dog) is a choice.

Answer 5

Be sure you buy from a small breeder and NOT a pet store/puppy mill.

I prefer shelter dogs myself. It's fairly easy to find one about ten months old who is already potty-trained and ready for obedience training. They're also eager to please because they want out of that place!

If you buy a purebred with the intention of breeding it, get it checked out by a vet and be absolutely positive the dog is registered and comes from a small breeder. It makes no sense to pay $300 for a substandard dog.

Of course, the problem with breeding quality dogs is you must also show them so people know their quality. Expensive hobby.

Answer 6

no time is a bad time to buy a puppy. Why dont you get one from the animal shelter or a rescue group?

Answer 7

i wouldnt think so. just make sure you take the pup to the vet and get it's shots done. if it is that small of a dog and you live in a cold area then i would suggest getting a sweater for it to go out on potty breaks.

Answer 8

I say wait till spring to buy because the puppy will freeze if outside

Answer 9

Don't buy one. Go to a shelter. They usually have purebreds if that's what you want. There is no bad "time".

Answer 10

it is never a bad time of year to buy a pet