I've been searching for a new puppy and finally found one at Deja Vu Kennels. I'm so scared though of getting a sick puppy; my last dog came from a seemingly reputable breeder and was sick her whole life.
Does anyone have any knowledge of this breeder?
Can anyone who is more of an expert on breeders check out their web site for me?
Thanks a bunch to any replies.
2007-01-22 05:57:51 · 4 answers · asked by yoyoyoyoyoyoyoyoyoyo 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Are you talking about Deja Vu Kennels that raises Briards? if so here is their link. They look very reputable and have several top show winners. They are in Ohio and if you live near there then take the time to visit their kennels.
I hope this helps you since you didn't give us a breed or anything. If the dogs are AKC check them out by contacting AKC and asking for a breeder confirmation and see if they have ever been faulted. Most kennel names are exclusive through AKC so no other kennel can use the name.
If the breed is not AKC and not a Briard then I would be wary of buying a dog unless you could tour the kennels, see the dogs, ask questions.
2007-01-22 18:32:24 · answer #1 · answered by dazedreamr 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A reputable breeder will guarantee your money back if your dog has serious health problems within the first year or so.
I don't know about this breeder but you can look it up by googling the AKC, and contacting the breed club and asking them.
I had to put down three shelter dogs in a row, over a course of 5 years, and it broke my heart. I went to a breeder for each of my last four dogs and have never been disappointed.
Good luck with your new puppy.
I just looked at their website. Those are cartoon drawings of the dogs. What's that about?
Pass on this place. My opinion is just that but, two females can not breed, if this breeder thinks otherwise then I don't know what to say. Is this a real breeder or a home breeder trying to look professional?
PASS.
2007-01-22 14:05:08 · answer #2 · answered by Liligirl 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If the kennel you're looking at is the one I saw with cartoon drawings, keep on looking.
Whatever breed you're looking for, try to find a breeder close enough to you that you can actually visit them, meet the breeders and ask a lot of questions, and see their dogs, get references from people who've bought from them. Don't buy from someone who sells dogs through the internet, don't even have a decent questionnaire. Think about it - would you sell your puppies to someone without an exhaustive and thorough interview and references?
2007-01-22 14:26:08 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont see their website linked so couldnt check them out.
A good breeder will OFA health test their dogs (this can be confirmed on www.offa.org,) give a guarantee on pups, pups will be socialized on a daily basis not caged all the time. They will ask you questions before selling you a puppy. They will welcome you for a visit (they will WANT to meet you). They will offer photos, info, pedigree, etc on their puppies and parents of puppies. They will not have tons of puppies for sale. They will not have tons of different breeds. They will try to temperament match you to the right puppy. They will welcome all your questions and not get offended. Meet them and their dogs if you can, if not get lots of references.
Here is a website with info on finding a good breeder. There are many others out there as well. Just google "good breeders".
2007-01-22 14:38:33 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋