Monday, May 26, 2014

Tips To Buy Miniature Australian Shepherd Puppies OK

By Marci Glover


The miniature Australian shepherd is a toy version of the original breed with a height averaging 40 cm and a weight of 16kg. It comes in a number of beautiful color coat varieties including red, merle, blue or black tricolor, and a long fluffy strand of hair. When it comes to purchasing miniature Australian shepherd puppies OK residents are advised to follow a few key tips to make the best possible purchase choices.

In the search for shepherds, it is necessary to take buying tips into consideration that can protect against the wrong purchase that is both expensive and emotional. There are many sellers claiming to provide the puppy that you are looking for and therefore homework and education are key to ensure that you buy a quality pup. When you are better aware about the animals that you are going to add to the home.

The first step is to learn as much as possible about the breed so that you are aware of the temperament and features of these animals. This will assist in asking the seller as many questions as possible to determine whether they are knowledgeable regarding the sale of these animals. It will further aid in determining whether you are in fact receiving the toy or miniature version of the dog.

The internet should be used with precaution in mind when looking for sellers. All breeders must be registered with a professional kennel club and possess licensing or a certificate to prove that they are able to provide healthy and well represented canines including vet care and socialization. These steps can prevent against making a poor decision that could leave your family devastated.

A good idea is to create a list of the breeders that you are interested in buying from and to meet with the seller on their property. The seller will be able to advise on the temperament of the adults and often allow the buyer to interact with the animals to ensure that the quality can be assessed. If the breeding pair is kept locked away or hidden, do not purchase the pups.

One should not buy pups from a pet store because there is a high likelihood that it has come from a puppy mill. These mills keep animals in very poor conditions and produce pups for the money that can be generated not the quality of the breed or the health of dogs. All pups should receive basic vaccinations, deworming, and socialization before being integrated into a new family.

Unfortunately any one can call themselves a breeder, but it is the time invested in rearing the pups and in maintaining well adjusted adults that it can make all the difference. The price of pure pups will be relatively more than other animals and therefore you should remain aware of cheaper advertisements. It is important to remember that you get what you pay for.

In the search for a breeder, ensure he or she is registered with the relevant kennel association. The reputable and well recognized seller will assess the buyer and ask questions before making a final sale. Education is key to ensure that the best results are achieved for individual buying needs.




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