Questions to consider when visiting a litter

  • Have the puppies been checked regularly for Dermoid Sinus?
  • Were any puppies in the litter affected by Dermoid Sinus?
  • Are the parents and any ancestors Hip and Elbow scored?
  • Are the parents health tested for JME and any other tests currently available?
  • Were there any umbilical hernias in the litter?
  • Are the sire and dam of good temperament? (You must meet the dam but it is not always possible to meet the sire).
  • Will the puppies be insured?
  • Will there be any written feeding and care guides when the puppies go to their new homes together with continued support from the breeder
  • Are the puppies registered with the Kennel Club and are there any restrictions on them?
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