Dog from the breeder: five signs that tell you a bad breeder

Created: 09/23/2022, 09:45 am

Again and again there are reports about dodgy dog ​​breeders who only care about money.

So be careful when buying a dog.

He is a great friend and loyal companion in all situations — the dog.

For many people, having a dog as a pet is an absolute dream, but anyone who decides to take in a four-legged friend must first clarify a few important questions.

First of all, adopting from a shelter should definitely be up for debate.

Countless dogs wait there, often in vain for years, to finally find a real home.

Because they are long past puppyhood or potential owners fear a completely traumatized animal, these dogs often spend their entire lives in the kennel.

Despite the compelling case for adoption from a shelter, many people choose to adopt their dog for a variety of reasons.

But a breeder is not the same as a breeder.

Dog from the breeder: five signs how to recognize a bad breeder

If you want a puppy from the breeder, you should pay attention to a few things (symbol image) © Cavan Images/Imago

1. The puppies are in poor condition

This point sounds obvious at first, but it also sometimes requires a certain amount of dog knowledge to recognize a puppy in poor condition.

The small dog must not be weak or very thin, smudged and sticky eyes or dull fur are also an indication of an unhealthy animal.

If the four-legged friend does not show any typical puppy behavior (playing, biting, chewing, discovering) it is also somewhat lazy.

Dogs should also be handed over to their new owner after eight weeks at the earliest, at best even after ten or twelve weeks.

If the animal is too young or looks younger than claimed, this indicates an unprofessional breeder.

2. The breeding facility is not adequately equipped

Before you take the dog with you, you should take a close look at his previous home.

The breeding facility must be large enough for the number of dogs and appear clean and well-groomed.

In the case of a pure kennel attitude, the alarm bells should ring immediately.

Because puppies need enough space to explore and in the best case they have a secure outdoor area at their disposal.

Under no circumstances should young animals be housed alone.

Breeders who present the puppies without their mother or even bring the little ones from another room are very likely to be untrustworthy.

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3. The dog's documents are incomplete or contain errors

A reputable breeder would never give one of their puppies to a new owner without a valid purchase agreement.

In order to meet the legal requirements, a number of other documents must also be available.

The papers should clearly state that the dog has been dewormed and microchipped.

A strict look at the vaccination card - which must not be missing under any circumstances - can quickly unmask a bad breeder.

Because if the vaccinations were carried out too early or not in the alleged country of birth of the puppies, there is a high probability that it is a fake.

4. Communication with the breeder is difficult

A good breeder has nothing to hide.

That's why it shouldn't be a problem to visit your puppy before picking it up - possibly several times.

If the breeder is inconsistent or does not want to show certain parts of the facility, this is a cause for concern.

Noticeable disinterest is also considered a bad sign.

Because a reputable breeder makes sure before handing over the puppy that it is really in good hands.

This includes putting the prospective new family through its paces with numerous — sometimes awkward — questions.

5. A conspicuous warning signal can be seen

There are some clear red flags that point directly to a bad breeder.

However, anyone who has never bred a dog before can often not recognize it immediately.

Conspicuous warning signs are, for example, that the purebred litter is dismissed as a one-time mistake or that the price of the puppy seems surprisingly low in comparison.

The breeding of more than two dog breeds is also an absolute exception for reputable suppliers.

You should also be skeptical if the breeder has several litters at the same time.

A more obvious warning sign, on the other hand, is encouraging pity, for example when puppies are sold at motorway service stations.