Looking For An Old English Sheepdog Breeder

By Christine King


A lot of people have one or more dogs and when you plan to purchase a puppy there are some important things to think about. It is advisable to do some detailed research before buying a dog as they need a lot of attention and care. When you are trying to locate an Old English Sheepdog Breeder there are a few options available to you.

An Old English sheepdog is a fairly large breed that is long haired and they are in the working dog group. They were first used in the United Kingdom where farm hands would use them to herd their livestock. The dogs have a high level of intelligence which makes them obedient after training and you should be mindful that they will need weekly grooming and daily exercise to keep them fit.

Before you start your search for a breeder there are various things that you can do to learn more about the breed. There are a large number of books and informative web sites dedicated to dogs. When you have done your research you can then look for a reputable and ethical breeder.

There are different ways to get in touch with a breeder and your local telephone directory will have the contact numbers for them. You also have the option to speak to someone at the American kennel club and they will give you a list of reputable breeders. If you have a vet in your local area you can visit them and they will advise you and may know of a breeder that you can get in touch with.

The majority of dog breeders can also be found by browsing the web and their web pages are a good place to do a little research. You can look at the puppies that are available and look at their breeding lines as well as reading about the kennels. Most web sites will have a gallery featuring photos of dogs they have bred and you can get in touch with the breeder for more details.

The price you pay for a puppy will vary and depend on its parents and its show potential. Many owners will just want to keep the dog as a family pet and others will want to enter it into shows and maybe breed from it in the future. Many breeders will have puppies that have champions as parents and these dogs will be more expensive than non champions.

When you have found a breeding kennel you can contact them to discuss things. If they have got puppies for sale you can make arrangements to meet them or you will be advised when the next litter is due. Some breeders will also advise you to meet the parents of the puppies which can be a good idea.

When you have chosen your puppy you will usually have to wait until it is at least eight weeks old before you can take it home. When you go to pick up your new family member you are given some documents and some information about caring for the puppy. You will also be given the dog's pedigree and a card detailing the vaccinations that the puppy has had. Many breeders will also micro chip any puppies that they sell so that they can be easily identified with a special scanner.




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