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There are several ways to go about buying a Poodle,
one of the most popular dogs among U.S. families.
You may decide that buying from a retail store is
the way to go, though this route often leaves new
owners with more questions than answers when it
comes to the history of their puppy. You may decide
to buy from a neighbor who has always had Poodles.
Again, there may be health and behavior problems
that you will not know about until it is too late.
You might consider working with a top-quality
breeder to ensure that the puppy you bring home is
free of the inherited health conditions that can
afflict purebred dogs. This may be the best route,
because a good breeder is careful about the adult
dogs he uses to produce litters. The reputable
breeder will also spend time with the young dogs,
making sure that they grow up in the right
atmosphere. The puppies’ diet will be chosen
carefully, to make sure that they get all the
nutrients they need. All of these things contribute
to a good start for the young do. We recommend
talking with at least three top breeders before
bringing home your new pet.
There is another way to find the Poodle that you
will add to your family as a pet. Many rescue
organizations offer excellent adult dogs that can
become great pets. However, there are special
challenges new owners should be aware of when
following this path. The adult dog that grew up in a
different home may have behavioral problems or
physical problems that you will have to address from
the beginning. This can lead to extra cost and
frustration that you may not have with a new puppy.
Remember, the rewards of giving such a Poodle a new
home can be worth all the effort. Most good rescue
organizations have a specific adoption process that
you will have to follow to get a dog. Some even have
a waiting list because people want to help by giving
these dogs a new home. You may find that the rescue
organization does not hand out Poodles on a
first-come, first-served basis. Instead, these
groups often meet with the family members and take
some extra time to make sure that the match between
people and dog is the right one. Some rescue
organizations even work through a volunteer “foster
parent” for each dog. This person makes a home visit
before a dog is placed in the home.
Here are some examples of the adult dogs and
particular situations that you may find when you
look into rescue/adoption. You may find an older dog
with some minor eyesight problems. This dog may also
have some arthritis problems that will have to be
addressed too. However, the great personality of
this mature dog might be a great fit for your
family! You may find a younger Poodle that is
perfectly healthy and well behaved, but was not able
to make the move to a new city because of the
family’s living arrangements. This young dog may be
housebroken and great with children, but was just
unfortunate that the new apartment the family moved
to would not allow pets.
You may find a six-year-old male that has been
neutered and is in excellent health. This mature dog
may have been left behind in a family move or just
brought to the rescue organization when the owner
felt he did not have the time and patience to live
with a dog anymore. If you are thinking about adding
a Poodle to your family, there are a number of ways
to find a new pet. Take your time and consider all
the possible challenges before you make any
decision.
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