-  Facts

1.     Professional Affiliations:

Dog breeders must be affiliated with the American Kennel Club in the least and with one or two local clubs of San Antonio.

2.     Why Use a Breeder:

Breeders can produce puppies with desirable features using biological breeding techniques. Vaccination programs are already started when we get dogs from a breeder.

3.     How to Find:

You can look in the San Antonio yellow pages, or you can purchase some Texas dog magazines. They will have breeder listings in their classifieds. The internet is also a good source.

4.     What to Expect:

Breeders will have you fill a form, which will include details of your financial capacity and information about children and other pets at home. They may also inspect your home.

5.     Breeder's Surroundings:

The breeder must breed puppies in a clean and hygienic habitat. Check their litter boxes. It is better if breeds are sorted separately instead of letting them be in a single kennel rug.

San Antonio Dog Breeders - Newborn Facts

1.     Average Number of Newborns Delivered at Birth:

Dogs may produce 4 to 6 puppies at an average per litter. It depends on the breed of dog.

2.     Age To Be Sold:

No dog must be sold before it attains at least six weeks of age.

3.     What to Look For in a Newborn:

Whichever breed you are selecting, look for the disqualifications if you are intending to put it up as a show dog. The coat must be smooth and glossy and eyes must not be runny.

4.     Registry:

All dogs need to be registered with the AKC. If not, they may be mixed breeds.

5.     AKC Recognized Characteristics:

AKC has earmarked several qualifying characteristics for each breed. Visit their website to know details on the breed you are purchasing.

6.     Expense to Purchase Newborn:

In San Antonio, the normal price of a puppy would be $500 to $1500, depending on the quality of the breed.

7.     Dam and Sire Information of your Newborn:

Dogs are prone to many hereditary diseases. Ascertain whether the dam and sire hold OFA, CERF, and Penn Hip certification.

San Antonio Dog Breeders - Breeder Concerns

1.     Breeder Reputation:

Breeders must be listed on any major dog club of San Antonio and preferably on the AKC. Locals must hold the breeder in good esteem. Consult your vet regarding the breeder's reputation.

2.     Pet Health:

Dogs may suffer from diseases like ear and eye ailments, skin infections, liver problems and elbow and hip dysplasia.

3.     Assurances:

Get a thirty day median guarantee from the breeder on the dog. This is a minimum guarantee breeders give in San Antonio.