Puppies that Stay Small: Exploring Dog Breeds that Don’t Seem to Grow
Have you ever looked at a puppy and just wanted it to stay that small forever? After all, many dog breeds tend to be at ...
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Buying a Dog: What You Need to Know
Before we dive into our puppy listings, we answer the most important questions about buying a dog.
Why Buy a Dog?
There are several reasons why you may prefer purchasing a dog over adopting one, including:
- You’re more likely to find rare or pure breeds
- It’s often easier to find puppies to purchase than adopt
- Finding the right breed and age is less up to chance
- You can be sure of your puppy’s lineage and family health
- A purchased puppy may not have the stress issues that can be caused by shelters
Overall, purchasing a puppy from an ethical breeder may be a better option for you if you have your heart set on a rare breed, you’re only interested in pure breeds, or you find training puppies with stress or abandonment issues challenging.
Why Buy Through Dog Academy?
Here at Dog Academy, every member of our team is passionate about dogs and has focused their lives’ work around them, including our AKC-certified dog trainers who have more than 25 years of professional training experience.
We’ve used our combined expertise to find the most ethical breeders, as well as to build out location- and breed-specific puppy purchasing guides to help make the entire process easy, safe, and enjoyable.
Plus, we offer in-person and online training options, including self-taught online programs you can complete at home and on your own schedule. You can also join Dog Academy All Access, which offers you access to unlimited online veterinary messaging and appointments, pet retailer discounts, and exclusive training materials
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For even more information on buying a puppy
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What Is the Difference Between a Breeder and a Pet Store?
While you’re looking for your perfect puppy for sale, you’ll likely come across both breeders and pet stores. Though they may seem to have a lot in common on the surface, they’re actually quite different, and whether or not you bring home a healthy puppy may rely heavily on which you choose.
Pet stores are businesses that sell puppies (and, typically, other animals as well) that are sometimes sourced from breeders. However, very often, these dogs are sourced from puppy mills that breed large amounts of puppies as quickly as possible in frequently inhumane conditions. Unfortunately, dogs from puppy mills may be more prone to health or emotional issues.
Breeders, on the other hand, are individuals who breed reasonable amounts of puppies (often only a few litters at a time, sometimes only one). While there are problematic breeders, too, there are many ethical breeders; you can choose a reliable one by ensuring the breeder answers all your questions, allows you to visit, and introduces you to their dogs.
Buying from a reputable breeder is the most important step when it comes to buying a healthy and happy puppy.
How Much Does It Cost to Buy a Dog?
How much it costs to buy a dog varies widely depending on your location and the type of breed you are looking for. On the lower end, you can often find more common breeds like beagles or Labradors for a few hundred dollars, while higher-end breeds like Siberian huskies or French bulldogs may cost you several thousand dollars. Some show quality breeds may cost up to $10,000 or more.
No matter your budget, there’s likely a breed that can work well within it.
Can You Buy a Puppy?
Absolutely; in fact, it’s easier to find puppies for sale than adult dogs for sale. Typically, breeders will put you on a waiting list while their dog is pregnant, and once the puppies are a few weeks old, you can be paired with your perfect match!
Can You Return a Dog You Buy?
While return policies can vary depending on the breeder, typically, you’re able to return your puppy if you end up not able to care for it or it doesn’t work for your lifestyle. Most breeders will have a clause in your contract saying you must return the puppy to them instead of reselling it to someone else or giving it to a shelter.
For even more information on buying a puppy
Check Out Our Full Dog Buying Guide
