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For people wanting their new puppy to have an extra measure of protection in case they are lost, I recommend a microchip. I will microchip your new puppy for an additional $60.00 charge.

I use the Home Again microchips. The “Home Again Micro Chip” is recommended by the American Kennel Club. All of our adult dogs are microchipped with Home Again. We have had outstanding experiences with this microchip and highly recommend it.

You can click on the link below and get detailed information about the Home Again Micro Chip and how it works.

 Home Again Micro Chip Information

 

 

Good Breeder Checklist

(A lot of this list is courtesy of the Humane Society & their guidelines)

Here are a few things to consider about the breeder you are buying from
when purchasing your puppy.

Look for a breeder who: 
 
 Keeps their dogs in the home and as part of the family.
Best if raised with children and a variety of socialization.
 
 Has dogs who appear happy and healthy, are excited to meet new
people, and don't shy away from visitors. 
 
Is willing to let you meet the parent dogs, at minimum the mother,
and see their temperment & personality. 
 
 Allows you to see where the dogs spend most of their time--
an area that is clean and well maintained.   
 
 Breeds only one or two types of dogs, and limits the total number of
dogs they own so each dog gets proper attention and care.

Is knowledgeable about the breed standards, temperaments,
health/genetic concerns & overall characteristics.  

 Shows you the records of veterinary visits for the puppies.
Explains and writes down the the puppy's medical history,
vaccinations, wormings, etc.  Should provide you some sort of
guidelines on what future vaccinations and wormings your puppy
will need. 
 
 Gives you guidance on caring and training for your puppy and is
available for your assistance after you take your puppy home. 
 
 Provides references/testimonials from families who have
purchased puppies from her. 
 
 Feeds high quality brand-name food. 
 
 Does NOT always have puppies available but rather will keep a list
of interested people for the next available litter. Limits the
number of litters of puppies each mother has in a row and total.
 
  Encourages your entire family to meet the puppy before
you take your puppy home.

 Does not allow puppies to leave until they've had their vet check, are weaned & eating puppy food well, and are AT LEAST 6 weeks old. 7 weeks is optimal; there is more information on this below in the "What Age to Take Puppy Home" section.

Has any contracts/terms/guarantees clearly written out for
you to read and understand so there is no confusion on your part,
and you know exactly what you're getting with your puppy. 

Furthermore, it is not unreasonable for a breeder to:

Ask that you schedule your visit, rather than just drop in. 
Remember that you're visiting their home & their family & they're
allowing you to come into that.

Ask you what kind of family and home situation you are bringing
your new puppy into. Or even possibly ask for references before
you purchase your puppy.
The puppy's welfare is the breeders concern.

Sign a contract or receipt upon reserving and/or purchasing a puppy.
This protects both of you from misunderstandings.

Ask for updates on the puppy  and how it's working out for you &
your family. A happy life for all of you is very important!