Finding a Responsible Bulldog Breeder
Finding the right bulldog for your family is just as important as finding a responsible breeder for your bulldog. Before you buy a pet, you need to communicate with the breeder to make sure the puppy is healthy and well maintained. There are a few indications of what should go on when dealing with a breeder before buying a bulldog.
A responsible breeder will only sell puppies that were born at that location or a local veterinary clinic, in case of a Cesarean birth. A breeder should never try to sell you a puppy that was shipped in from another location, and puppies, no matter what breed, should not be sold if they are less than seven weeks old under any circumstances. This allows the mother to socialize the puppies with its siblings in order to help it learn social skills and a calm temperament.
If you are interested in buying a bulldog as a show animal, the breeder should be able to inform the potential owner about the health and personality of the dog, as well as the standard requirements for a show dog. They should never guarantee that any particular animal is sure to win, which can be misleading to the buyer.
The breeder should be open to all questions, and even make sure the buyer knows all the information about the bulldog he's buying, and be able to offer sources of printed information that the new owner can refer to when necessary. If a breeder is ever reluctant to answer a question, it may be an indication that they did not breed the dog themselves, but had it imported from another breeder. A responsible breeder should also ask the buyer about the lifestyle and family into which the bulldog will be entering. As well, they should ask about previous dog ownership or other animal care, and even may want to know why a buyer is looking for a dog, as well as why they think a bulldog is right for them.
A responsible breeder is not quick to make a sale, but rather makes sure that he or she is entrusting their bulldog puppy to a responsible and attentive owner. Responsible bulldog breeders should be honest in explaining birth or genetic defects of any puppy, and let you know what medical attention will likely be required.
Breeders should always offer support and advice when a buyer takes a puppy home. They sometimes also keep up to date with the new owners and the puppy to ensure that the development and health of the animal is normal. A good indication of a responsible breeder is that they are well known or active in the local dog breed club or enjoy good relationships with other breeders. They are very knowledgeable of the bulldog breed, and have a good sense of the development skills within the animal. The most important value in a breeder is that they mate the animals with benefits for the breed lines, and not for their own financial profits.
The best way to find a responsible breeder is to ask around in dog communities or veterinary offices. The ideal breeder will find a perfect match for the bulldog, as well as for the owner and the family. Be sure to ask lots of questions to make sure the breed is the right one for you.
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ARTICLES
Bulldogs: Description of A Breed Apart
Buying a Bulldog Puppy? Tips on Finding the Perfect Dog
Finding a Responsible Bulldog Breeder
Personality and Temperament: Getting to Know Your Bulldog's Character