Tuesday, December 26, 2017

Searching For An Old English Sheepdog Breeder

By Christine King


Many people keep dogs as pets and if you are thinking about buying a puppy there are some very important things to consider. It is essential that you do some research before taking a dog into your home due to the fact that they require a lot of care and attention. If you are looking for an Old English Sheepdog Breeder there are various ways to find one.

An Old English sheepdog is a fairly large breed that is long haired and they are in the working dog group. They were first used in the United Kingdom where farm hands would use them to herd their livestock. The dogs have a high level of intelligence which makes them obedient after training and you should be mindful that they will need weekly grooming and daily exercise to keep them fit.

Before you start your search for a breeder there are various things that you can do to learn more about the breed. There are a large number of books and informative web sites dedicated to dogs. When you have done your research you can then look for a reputable and ethical breeder.

There are many ways to find a breeder in and the telephone book will have the contact numbers for a large number of kennels. You can also contact the American kennel club and they will give you a list of breeders that have registered with them. It is also worth asking at your local veterinary clinic and they may also have the contact details for kennels.

The majority of dog breeders can also be found by browsing the web and their web pages are a good place to do a little research. You can look at the puppies that are available and look at their breeding lines as well as reading about the kennels. Most web sites will have a gallery featuring photos of dogs they have bred and you can get in touch with the breeder for more details.

The fees you pay for your new family member are going to depend on its pedigree and its show potential. Many people will just want a pet but some owners will show and breed. If you are buying a puppy with champion parents you can expect to pay more.

When you have found a breeding kennel you can contact them to discuss things. If they have got puppies for sale you can make arrangements to meet them or you will be advised when the next litter is due. Some breeders will also advise you to meet the parents of the puppies which can be a good idea.

When you have selected a dog you will usually have to wait until the puppy is at least two months old before you can collect it. When you collect your puppy you will be given some paperwork and some information on how to look after the animal. Your dog's pedigree and a vaccination certificate will also be issued. A number of breeders will have the puppy micro chipped so that they can be scanned for identification purposes.




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