i want to buy a puppy where is the best place to go beside a shelter?

Question

i hear that the puppies in the pet store come from the puppy mill and the charge so much money.

Answer 1

Never ever buy a puppy from a pet store. They are often the result of poor breeding and all too commonly come with a host of genetic and social problems that don't become apparent until later in life. I'm a half-hearted advocate for shelter dogs -- I think it's a good thing to do, but it can be a mixed bag in terms of health and personality issues. So, where does that leave us?

You could turn to the newspapers. This is hit or miss and I would not recommend it, but you can also get a great puppy this way. Such a puppy probably comes from a hobby-breeder or someone who thought it would be fun to have a litter but hasn't really studied it or knows much about the genetics. You'll probably get a perfectly adequate puppy, but you are taking a risk. Ask how often the breeder has bred dogs. Make sure the mother wasn't bred to a relative (inbreeding can be a problem). Ask to meet both of the parents if you can.

Another option is to find a breeder. The AKC and the breed clubs do not license or inspect breeders -- all they can do is tell you if they know of any problems. They will not "endorse" a breeder. But, their lists can be a good place to start. The internet can also be a good tool for this, but the best is to get personal recommendations from people you trust. If you're really serious about a purebred, you can also subscribe to the breed magazine (usually published by the parent club, a link to which you should be able to find from the AKC website).

Prices for puppies can vary dramatically. A few rules do apply. A companion dog should be cheaper than a show dog. Newspaper puppies should be cheaper than puppies from an established kennel. More common breeds should be cheaper than rarer breeds (but be careful about this -- often the common breeds are victims of their own popularity and attract unethical breeders looking to make a quick buck, often to the detriment of the dog).

Answer 2

Puppies most definately come from puppy mills. I'll tell you why, Breeders that breed quality dogs, do the right thing, health testing, feeding quality food, vaccinations etc, they would NOT let their puppies be sold in a petstore, by some pimply faced kid, who could care less who ends up with a puppy. They don't care if you have a fenced yard, if you live in an apartment, have your parents permission or if you have been charged with animal abuse.. They want your cash.
They would not allow their puppies to live in little cages in a store that is not attended all night long, under hot lights thru the day, with no food so that they won't poop and make the cages look dirty.

The petstore gets the puppies for next to nothing from a puppymill or BYBer, and they jack the prices up to make a profit. If those puppies don't sell, they get shipped back to the puppymill... And then what happens.

If people won't help the BYBer and buy puppies from them because they feel bad for the puppies. And don't buy from a puppymill cause they feel bad for the puppies, and same thing with the petstores, then they would get out of business cause it wouldn't be profitable for them.

Petstores shouldn't even be allowed to sell pets, most employees don't have a clue about selling cats and dogs, Don't know much about food or anything else.
They are about the profit, they want your cash, so no matter what you ask them about the puppies in their store, they are going to tell you what you want to hear.

If you don't want to buy from a shelter. Then figure out which breed you want, and find breed rescue for your breed.There is breed rescue for all breeds. If the breed rescue in your area doesn't have what you are looking for, they will often work with rescue in other area and make it happen for you.
They care about the breed and they want the best for the dogs, and do what they can do to get the dogs in good homes!

If you can't find one at breed rescue, then check out the breeders.

Answer 3

As you stated, pet store puppies are often from puppy mills. For that reason, many pet stores don't sell puppies anymore. If you don't care if you get a purebred puppy, go to a shelter or a humane society. You don't state why you aren't willing to give it a try, but there are lots of wonderful dogs waiting for adoption in shelters and the cost will be much lower. You may even be able to find a purebred dog. Go to www.petfinder.com at see what's available in your area. Shelter dogs come with vaccinations and are already spayed and neutered.

If you want a purebred, you will need to find a breeder. The breeder should do all appropriate health checks on the parents and the parents should be AKC registered and preferably shown to their championship. The breeder should offer a health guarantee on the puppy. You should be able to meet at least the mother and preferably both parents. Be aware that you will pay more than in a pet store but your chances of getting a healthy well-bred puppy is higher.

Answer 4

You are right to stay away from pet stores/puppy mills. I would not purchase from a pound because I dont know the history of that dog and what it has been through in its life. I am glad there are people who will rescue these animals, but I cant put my family in danger if I dont know.

I found my pug puppy on www.puppyfind.com. You can do a search by breed or by state. That way you can meet the breeder, see your puppy's environment, and have your choice.

Answer 5

It really depends on what type of dog you want (large, medium, small breed). Also, how much do you have to spend? Sometimes if you want a purebred, for example a maltese, they range from 600-2000. If you go on craigslist. You can find in the pet section people who are selling their dogs (private breeders) but dont jump at any offer. Dogs in pet shops are underfed, malnurished and lay in their own filth for months. Its so sad which makes you inclined to rescue them. I would say once you have made a decision as to what kind of dog you want then start researching within your price range. Check your paper for local breeders. Visit the pet stores to know what they are charging and check out craglist or other search engines to find local breeders. Worse case scenario, if you go to the shelter EARLY in the morning you can pick up a cutie mixed breed. (my friend got a shitzu/lab mix, 3 months old and hes a total cutie!) Make sure if you purchase a pure bred they have papers! Every dog should comes with AKC papers and their first 3 shots. Good luck~! :P

Answer 6

Pet store puppies are very expensive. If you're not looking for a specific type you can check the local paper for puppies. A lot of times you can even get free ones.

Answer 7

What you have heard is true. Most puppies in a pet store are from puppy mills. so I would suggest you start by looking in your towns paper under pets for sale. You don't say what type of pup your looking fro but if you see someone with the type of dog you would like politely ask them where they got their dog. Most people are very willing to talk about their dogs. You can also stop into a local vets office and ask them if they know of someone who has any pups of the kind you want.
Good luck with your search.

Answer 8

I don't see anything wrong with getting free pets I got a full blooded Persian cat for free on Freecycle.org. the family that had him had 6 other cats and he was the smallest and they picked on him he is timid but not mean or sick. Sometimes you can look at the local pet stores for a bulletin board that has free space for people trying to give away their animals. but I'd look in the newspaper too. I think Mutt dogs and cats are just as smart and lovable as pure breeds too though!

Answer 9

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Answer 10

Besides a shelter, there are also rescues. Most rescues have their animals living in foster homes until they are adopted. The foster homes house train, crate train, start basic obedience, socialize, and are able to tell families if the dog or puppy they are interested in would be a good match for them.