When going out to buy a golden retriever, remember
that virtually all puppies are cute. What you really should be shopping fit is
the perfect fit for you and your family. Make a concise list of everything you
want your dog to be and relay this to the person you are buying from; a quality
breeder will be able to help you select the very best golden retriever puppy for
you.
What The Breeder Will Want To Discuss
Once you decide a golden
retriever puppy is compatible with your wants, the breeder will likely want to
discuss the terms of purchasing the golden retriever puppy and may require you
to leave a deposit. The terms are likely to include a contract signed upon final
adoption, an additional agreement concerning pedigree and registration papers,
and the full price of the puppy.
A Contract
The contract can include
anything the breeder sees as important, such as promising to bring the puppy to
the veterinarian within 48 hours of leaving their residence, agreeing to spay/neuter
within the first year, or anything about obedience training. The pedigree should
be able to verify at least four generations on both the mother’s and father’s
side of the line; and should be given to you when you pick up you golden retriever
puppy.
Registration Papers
The registration papers should be given
to you at the time that you pick your puppy up and after you’ve paid in full;
sometimes, this is not possible for various reasons, but the date or the condition
under which you will receive your registration papers for your golden retriever
puppy should be indicated on your mutually signed receipt. These papers are free
so do not pay for them. If a breeder tries to charge you for them, report them
to the ACK.
The Price
The price of the golden retriever puppy may
seem high to you, however, quality costs money, and you are likely to pay more
for a lesser quality dog through a kennel or veterinarian’s office. Besides the
initial cost of the puppy, a lesser quality dog will have a predisposition towards
health problems due to inferior breeding; and visits to the vet’s office aren’t
exactly cheap. Frequent trips to the vet for health problems will not save you
any money.
Making A Final Decision
Buying a puppy should not be
an impulse purchase. This is a member of your family that should live at least
15 years; many well bred and cared for dogs live even longer. Take your time to
decide if you are willing to go through all it takes to raise a golden retriever
puppy. Puppies are a lot of work no matter the breed and raising a well mannered,
highly trained, and exceptional representation of the breed are all your responsibility
as an owner. Make certain that you know the things
to consider before buying a golden retriever puppy before you rush to purchase
one.
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