Many pet owners are guilty of bringing home a puppy without thorough planning and consideration. However, this can have negative implications down the line as they become overwhelmed with the responsibilities that having a pet entails. A pet means responsibility and commitment, considerations that should be given a lot of thought before making the final decision.

Some pet owners buy a puppy because it is the cheapest puppy of the breed that they particularly like. Pedigree puppies are definitely expensive. Sometimes a seller or breeder offers pedigree puppies at a price that is significantly cheaper than the usual rate of the same breed.  For some people, this can be an offer that can be hard to refuse. However, in most cases, there is an underlying reason for the offer.

Before parting with your money and signing the papers, make sure to ask about the papers and traceable bloodline so you can also do your research about the puppy’s lineage. Certain litters have a strong predisposition to certain health problems that the breeder may not be telling you about that is why puppies are sold at bargain prices. Doing some “sleuthing” is indeed very important before it’s too late.

If you want to know more about what breed of dog will best suit your lifestyle, read more and ask a Floyds Knob, IN veterinarian about your possible choices.