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How To Buy A Puppy 1. Reputable websites or breeders do not charge fees for anything including a list of breeders or input on different breeders. Reputable websites do not downgrade breeders. Don't be fooled by people that try to make up things to make you curious enough to pay a them a fee. These sites are usually not reputable and they use this as a way to make money. You can get information free by going to www.americanmaltese.org 2. Anyone who raises more than two breeds of dogs is probably NOT someone from whom you want want to buy a puppy. It is hard enough to produce nice quality puppies of one breed, and more than two breeds make it nearly impossible to do any of them properly. Reputable breeders do not use the term "teacup", "toy", "mini, or "champion bloodline" when describing their maltese. It is a name that some people use to sell more puppies and there is no such animal. Also, AKC does not recognize mixed breeds such as a maltipoos, Teddy Bear puppies, Designer Puppies, etc. Often, people make these breeds sound glamorous. Some people breed a Maltese to a Bichon to increase the size of the littler and get more income. AKC does not recognize any mixed breed. Unethical breeders may call these mixed puppies Maltese. 3. Reputable breeders do not advertise in newspapers. 5. The puppy you buy should be registered with The American Kennel Club. DO NOT purchase a puppy that is registered with any other kennel club. The AKC is the official dog registry in the USA. Other registries actually issue "papers" for mixed breed dogs! The AKC also inspects the records and housing conditions at places that breed AKC registered dogs. Other registries do not. Don't be misled! All registries are NOT the same. 6. A reputable breeder will ask questions about you, your spouse, children, and any pets you have, and many other questions before they agree to sell you a puppy, They are interested in knowing about you so that they can decide if you seem truly dedicated and able to properly care for a puppy, and whether or not they have a puppy that will have a personality that will fit into your family. Just as all people are not the same, all dogs are not the same. 7. Reputable breeders usually have deposits on the puppies they will sell as pets long before they are 12 weeks old. Do not expect to find puppies "ready to go" when you call. Usually you will place a deposit on a puppy when it is a few weeks old. The breeder should be willing to send you pictures of the puppy as it grows and discuss it's size and personality with you as it develops. Remember that purchasing a puppy is not unlike adopting a child. Your puppy should be a member of your family for 10-15 years, so it will be well worth waiting for the "right" one. Please also read the page "The RIGHT Puppy". A puppy is a lifetime comittment! 8. A reputable breeder will have a written contract that you will both sign. It will include the following : |