31/08/2019
As pedigree dog breeders, our first and foremost priority is to the puppies we helped bring into this world.
I've had people ask, "Why can't I pick my puppy?"
The simple answer is:
One, we breed for ourselves first and those puppies are not evaluated until 8 weeks of age. Second, we will always prioritize the needs of the puppy over the wants of a potential owner.
If we feel that a puppy from a particular litter won't suit a family, then that puppy stays until the right home is found.
That's not to say that the family will be discounted from future litters as all litters and all puppies are different but, as breeders of registered pedigree dogs (and I'm talking about all responsible breeders here), we want to make sure that the puppy you get is the right one for you, not the one you think is the cutest, because let's face it, all puppies are adorable. 😊
The puppy with the right personality will be a valued and loved member of the family. The puppy with the wrong personality will be a nightmare to live with.
We spend countless hours, days and weeks watching these young ones grow and develop and their personalities unfold and can therefore be pretty confident where each puppy should be placed.
So, to the future owners of puppies we breed, if we say we don't think a puppy will fit you, please don't think you've been struck off our list... the right one just hasn't been born yet. 😉
Also, potential puppy people, remember, we are there for the life of your dog. If circumstances prevent you from keeping your beloved friend, your first point of contact should always be the breeder of your puppy.
Thanks Helen Simpson for these words of wisdom when it comes to finding your lifelong companion!
A picture of us, the faces of Showioz Australian Shepherds. this is our hobby, we are passionate and protective of our dogs and especially of our young pups looking for their forever homes. Here Stella and Sochi as pups at their first shows.