Our Responsible Breeder Guidelines:
The Dog Pages, in association with Responsible Breeders Showcase, actively screens any breeders wishing to advertise on our service in an attempt to prevent puppy mills, back yard breeders, puppy brokers and online puppy stores from advertising. We expect breeders advertising on our service to adhere to these guidelines:
1. Breeder offers no more than 3 breeds - preferably only 1 or 2.
2. Purebred puppies are registered with the appropriate breed club.
2a. Breeder DOES NOT place puppies with puppy brokers or pet stores, and takes great care in ensuring that puppies are not placed with buyers who will potentially breed them for profit.
3. Breeder cares about the well-being of their breeding dogs and the puppies they produce. Breeder puts the welfare of their dogs before profit.
4. Breeder provides a safe, happy and healthy home for their dogs and puppies. Breeder does not constantly confine their breeding dogs to cages, and treats their dogs in a humane manner at all times, realizing that dogs are pack animals and thrive on love and companionship.
5. Breeder is knowledgeable about their breed(s).
6. Breeder ensures that puppies are healthy and well-socialized prior to placement.
7. Breeder places puppies at the appropriate level of maturity for their breed - no less than 8 weeks of age.
8. Breeder screens for any hereditary health problems that are prevalent in the breed and ensures that all breeding dogs are free from these disorders prior to breeding.
9. Breeder has puppies vet checked and vaccinated.
10. Breeder recommends spay or neuter of "pet-quality" puppies.
11. Breeder offers a reasonable health guarantee.
12. Breeder ensures that puppies are being placed in responsible, forever homes.
13. Breeder is dedicated to buyer education and support while adjusting to new puppy.
14. Breeder is willing to rehome puppy or assist in finding a suitable new home in the event new owners cannot fulfill their commitment.
15. Breeder conduct should be courteous and professional in all dealings with potential buyers, as this is a reflection of our service and impacts the success of all of the members of our service.
16. Breeder must be honest and trustworthy in all financial dealings, both with buyers and with our service.
17. Breeder conduct should be courteous and professional in all correspondence and communication.