It may not reside at another website without the Author's permission. Please use links. One hard or paper copies containing this copyright notice may be made for personal usage. Additional copies require the Author's permission. Where do puppies come from or Improving your chances of finding a good pet Introduction When looking for a dog, remember that NO ONE is out there trying to breed YOU an ideal pet.
People breed for lots of reasons, but they all have their own agendas.
To find an 'ideal' pet YOU have to do some work beyond checking the newspaper adds. You should think about what you want in a pet, which means personality, care required, and life style. You are going to have to live with the dog. This means if you are looking for a pet, that a 'show quality' dog has no special advantage over a 'pet quality' dog, or even a mutt. To increase your chances of finding the right dog, you have to find the right source.