PUPPIES

A typical Litter of Redcap puppies, this is Lola with her 9 pups by Dingo.

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New stunning litter of Redcap Puppies born 16/10/11

Ch/Ir Ch Bondlea Fable JW X Newdawn Sonnet For Redcap

5 weeks old now:

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Tips on buying a puppy

  • If you see an advertisement showing a wide variety of breed types think twice. This often shows that the advertiser is ordering the puppies in, often from a puppy farm in Eire where there is no legislation to prevent, control or monitor the breeding of dogs.
     
  • These puppies are often bred and sold with breed associated problems like hip displasia, congenital eye and heart conditions or other genetic defects. These only become apparent as the puppy grows. Veterinary treatment can be expensive and in some cases the puppy could die.
     
  • Always ask to see the puppy with its mother. If the seller cannot agree to this or if they make excuses, walk away. Often unscrupulous rackets will want to drop the puppy off at a venue of their choice, again refuse as this often signifies that the puppy is likely to have come from a puppy farm.
     
  • Legitimate breeders are usually just as keen to see the potential owners because they want to make sure their puppies are going to good homes. Always see the mother and puppies at home as this will give you a good idea of background, health, eventual size and temperament. Legitimate breeders will not mind you asking questions as it shows to them that you are as keen about the dog's welfare as they are.
     
  • Is the paperwork genuine? Puppies can be sold with breed and vaccination certificates that are forged or falsify the names of the parents so that the mother can be bred from again next season without a rest between litters. If the paperwork is photocopied on plain paper be suspicious, make a call to check out the details then and there and if in doubt walk away. Always check that the puppy you are buying is a proper pedigree. The Kennel Club will have records of all legitimate registered breeders. Check with the breed clubs or welfare to ensure they would confirm the breeder is reputable.
     
  • No matter how sweet or sad the puppy looks, make sure that you know where the litter comes from. Traders often play on potential owner's sympathies, or trick you into thinking that you are rescuing it and giving it a better home. The sad reality is that every puppy bought keeps cruel puppy farms in business and puts legitimate breeders in jeopardy. These farms would stop tomorrow if demand stopped.
     
  • Be patient. Legitimate breeders will ask you to wait until the new litter is old enough and ready to be released. Many irresponsible breeders can have any puppy of your choice ready in a week because they are brought in from Ireland weekly, many are not vaccinated and have been taken away from their mothers too early. Ask for pictures of the litter when they were tiny, caring breeders take lots of pictures of their pups.
     
  • Never buy a puppy at a car boot sale, or from the back of a truck. You are unlikely to trace the seller if problems arise. There may be reasons why the seller wishes to get rid of the dog. It could have behavioural problems or illnesses.
     
  • If you have already bought a puppy that has started to show signs of illness go straight to the vet and get it checked over. Make sure you have kept notes of names, addresses and vehicle numbers and report any concerns to your local trading standards office who will investigate, and if necessary, prosecute.
     
  • You may also wish to ask how long the mother has been owned and for evidence of this fact. It is not unkown for breeders to purchase bitches, breed from them next season and sell the pups and bitch soon afterwards. This allows them to produce one or two litters a month. The temperament of the bitch and pups may not be known in these circumstances.

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Adding a puppy to the family is a
very serious decision.
 

Do NOT get a puppy if:
 

1. You are busy running the kids to
practice and events and
appointments, or have many social
engagements, or are seldom home
for whatever reason. Beagle puppies need lots of company.
 

2. You do not have a sense of humour!

 

3. You have a very set expectation
about what a puppy should act like,
or what he should be like when
grown.
 

4. You are intolerant of messes or
destruction to a certain degree.
 

5. Anyone in the family does not
want a puppy/dog or may be allergic to animals!
 

6. You are not able to be the
leader and teach the puppy to
follow the rules of the household. It is very important to be the 'top dog' and not let puppy rule the roost.
 
 
7. You value orderliness in your
household and having muddy paws
or shedding hair or teeth marks will
bother you a great deal.
 

8. You are not willing to work
through the problems, and spend
time training and just loving your
dog.