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Frequently Asked Questions

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1. What factors should we consider when choosing a dog?
2. What expenses will come with my new pet?
3. What kind of puppy should I purchase?
4. Should I purchase a dog that is Registered?
5. What about registration papers?
6. Do you provide a Health Guarantee with the puppy?
7. Does temperament vary much between breeds?
8. How do I house train my new puppy?
9. Should I have my new dog neutered?
10. Will my new dog get along well with my other pets?
11. Is a dog a good companion for the elderly?
12. If my puppy keeps shaking his head, is there something wrong?
13. What should I do if my puppy/dog has diarrhea?
14. When should I start Vaccinating my new puppy and what vaccines?
15. What about worms in my puppy?
16. How often should I bath my dog?
17. Should my dog/puppy have his teeth brushed?

What factors should we consider when choosing a dog?

  • You should make sure that whoever purchases the dog or the person for whom the dog is purchased, is responsible enough to take care of the dog.
  • A pet taxi is the perfect place for your pet to sleep
  • You will need to have a safe place for your pet to be when he is outside such as an escape-proof, fenced yard.


What Expenses will come with my new pet?

  • Food
  • Regular trips to the Vet, vaccinations, etc.
  • Feed bowls, beds, toys collars, leash, treats, etc.


What kind of puppy should I purchase?

  • Large dog? A large dog takes more space, food, and overall, more money to maintain.
  • Small dog? A small dog may not fit in with small children because of the dog's size. Children may be too rough for the small dog or the dog may be to active for the children or the children may tend to scare the small dog and cause problems. Less expensive to maintain but one must be attentive if there are small children present. The so called "Lap Dogs" are good for the elderly and the households with children especially if the family lives in an apartment or city with limited space. Top


Should I purchase a dog that is Registered?

  • The advantage to buying a dog that is registered is;
    1. You will have a pretty good idea of what the puppy will look like when he/she matures. This is do the fact of selective breeding. Being registered keeps the records straight to help improve upon the breeding and reduces the risks of inbreeding.
  • Buying a dog that is registered will give a better idea of the temperament of the individual.
  • Different breeds have different temperaments as well as the individual itself. Pre-purchase consultation with your breeder should alert you as to what to expect from your chosen breed.


What about registration papers?

  • To find out more about the various registrations and receiving your papers click here


Do you provide a Health Guarantee with the puppy?

  • To read about our Health Guarantee, click here.


Does temperament vary much between breeds?

  • Yes, temperament can vary greatly between breeds. One should study the breed or speak with knowledgeable individuals to learn the temperament of the breed that they are interested in purchasing.


How do I house train my new puppy?

  • We recommend using the crate to help house training. When purchasing a new puppy you will receive many helpful hints on how to help house train the new puppy. 
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Should I have my new dog neutered?

  • If the new puppy is going to be a pet then I would suggest that the neutering be done. There are positive health issues that are linked to neutering pets, for one, the risk of cancer in the male and female organs is reduced greatly. Overall the neutered dog makes for a more family friendly pet. For more information on this subject one should check with their local veterinarian.


Will my new dog get along well with my other pets?

  • That will depend upon