Golden Retrievers have become one of the best types of dogs to keep as a pet. They are also used as service dogs for the disabled, as hunting dogs for avid hunters, and as drug finders for police forces. Due to its great demand, there are different types of breeders that can offer you the puppy that best suits your needs.
Some of the most common and familiar types of breeders are backyard breeders, legitimate breeders, and puppy mills. There are differences between the three, so make sure you know who you’re dealing with when shopping for your new puppy.
Backyard breeders are people who raise their dogs in their backyard and then sell them for a profit. They tend to provide less than adequate care to both pups and parents. Dogs purchased from backyard breeders are at great risk of disease when you bring them home. Due to the poor conditions in which they are kept, finding a dog that is underweight and very fearful is common. It’s not a good idea to buy your puppy from someone who practices backyard breeding.
Puppy mills are slightly different from a backyard breeder. Puppy mills will have a large number of dogs bred and delivered to one location. They normally keep puppies and adult dogs in a very poor condition. The cubs are kept in dirty cages and away from their mothers, who are kept in a small cage of their own. Many puppy mills sell their puppies to local pet stores and kennels. If you’re in the market for a Golden Retriever puppy and find one at a pet store, be sure to check where the dogs were purchased. If the puppies were trucked into your store, they probably came from a puppy mill and you should stay away from these animals. They could have health problems and mental problems.
A legitimate Golden Retriever breeder will not sell their puppies in a pet store or kennel. They are very selective about who they sell their puppies to and will deny someone the right to buy the puppy if they feel the situation in the home the dog is going to is not good. They will ensure the general health of their puppies when they are delivered and will have tested the dog for temperament issues before agreeing to sell them.
Legitimate breeders will know all about the genetics, development, socialization, and health of their Golden Retrievers. Many will even agree to take one of their pups back if the owner is unable to take care of it, no matter how long it has been since he bought it. They really care about their puppies and want them to go to good homes. This is the best way to go if you have decided to buy a Golden Retriever puppy.
