Thursday, December 18, 2008

The Real Deal: An Honest Havanese Breeder

By Fiona Kelly

Havanese puppies are among the most desirable of all toy breed dogs. These small, playful pups are considered to be some of the most affectionate and loyal dogs on the planet; and are highly sought after by competitors around the country. These has led to an uprising of dishonest Havanese breeders who want to capitalize on this desire, and produce as many pups as possible to meet the growing demand, without any thought to the condition in which the dogs are raised.

You can help to eliminate this rash of dishonest breeders by simply doing your research when you decide to buy a Havanese pup. Making certain that the Havanese breeder in question has a long history of happy customers, and making certain that you thoroughly research any documentation you are given is one of the surest ways to know whether your Havanese breeder is an honest one. There are many ways to do this, and we have attempted to show you the best ways to research your Havanese breeder here in this article.

There is much documentation that comes with a Havanese pup when you purchase one. There are registration papers from the organization where your new dog has had their lineage registered, as well as medical documentation to prove that the pup has undergone the necessary medical testing.

Unfortunately, registration papers are relatively simple to forge, and many would-be Havanese owners are duped every day. Fortunately for them, respected registration organizations have online databases available where you can research the registration of your pup's parents, to make certain that you are getting your dog from an honest breeder.

The first step is to check the available online database of whichever association is listed on your pup's registration papers. These databases allow you to not only be sure that your pup has been properly registered, but also to ascertain the exact registration of its parents. A check into the vet listed on any medical documentation will allow you to be certain that your pup has had all of the necessary tests done to ensure its health.

There are many other ways to tell whether or not the Havanese breederyou are considering is an honest one. The most important of which is whether or not you will be allowed to view the conditions in which the pup is to be born. A dishonest Havanese breeder will most likely come up with several different excuses as to why you cannot see their kennels. If this is the case, then you are most likely dealing with a puppy broker, and should find another Havanese breeder immediately.

A fake Havanese breeder will often try to pressure a potential buyer into a quick sale, in an attempt to take the unsuspecting dog lover's money without giving them a healthy dog. While an honest breeder will be more than happy to allow you to see the conditions in which dogs are kept; as well as to inform you that it may take months, or even years, to have a pup that is healthy enough to sell.

It is important to remember that Havanese dogs are a wonderful addition to any home, and will greatly enrich your life with their affection and fierce loyalty. Don't you think a dog like that is worth the time it takes to find an honest Havanese breeder?

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