Minnesota Purebred Dog Breeders Association<\/a>. In order to obtain membership, a breeder must apply as well as be sponsored by two current members.<\/li>\nIt is important to see where the puppies are raised and kept, so don\u2019t agree to meet a breeder anywhere but where they keep their dogs. Good breeders often live with their dogs in their home. In contrast, puppy mill operators may offer to either bring the puppy to you or meet you in another location, like a parking lot. Along the same lines, never buy a puppy over the internet or on a corner out of a box, even if the seller says they are \u201chome-raised.\u201d<\/li>\nAsk to see the mother of the puppy and if possible, the father too. The more access the breeder grants you, the more trustworthy the operation.<\/li>\nAsk what happens if the puppy becomes sick. Good breeders will want to resolve health issues to the benefit of the puppy and often express a desire to provide support (other than financial) for their puppy owners for the life of the dog.<\/li>\nGood breeders will be as picky about placing their puppy in a home as you are about selecting one. Don\u2019t be offended if the adoption contract asks about your house, yard, or family members. Breeders who love their puppies will want them raised by a caring family.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n![\"puppies,](\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Untitled-design-2023-01-03T144506.316.png\")
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The process of adding a puppy to your family can be time-consuming, but rest assured, the work that you put into finding the right dog will pay off in the long-term!<\/p>\n
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