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Some of you would absolutely love to own a puppy that could aspire to becoming show ring material. If this is the case, it is important to realize that the breeder has no way of knowing how well an 8-week old puppy will turn out as a top-notch show dog. In fact, no reputable breeder will ever guarantee a tiny puppy as a “show dog”. If a breeder does make this claim, then be adamant about making your skepticism known. What the breeder can say, which is perfectly acceptable, is “from all appearances at this time, the puppy seems to be of show quality and if no major faults develop, he could be a great show prospect.” Then it is up to you to ask what the faults are (major and minor), and keep your eyes open for them.

It may happen that a lost puppy or dog comes to your doorstep. You can't find the owner, and later decide you want to keep it with you. Make sure you follow these simple guidelines so it will be a positive experience for you.

Puppies start learning immediately. Reputable breeders are aware of this and are very involved in doing early training prior to you taking the pup into your home. They do constructive socialization, introduce the pup to the home environment and may even