For people thinking about buying a puppy

thorsoak

Might I suggest that you read this http://www.champdogs.co.uk/info/puppybuyer

It really is useful - gives really sensible advice!

Sagz_2

It's also worth bearing in mind that Rescues often have pups too, not just adult dogs.

Darlyd

We got our puppy today.

I wanted a rescue Dog but Hubby was weary, and because the new dog would be hubbies as we had to have Sam put to sleep last month, I had no say
. But When my dog passes away that is exactly where I will be going, to a rescue.

Fire_Fox

Sagz wrote: »

It's also worth bearing in mind that Rescues often have pups too, not just adult dogs.

And many of those puppies are born in rescue or taken there soon afterwards, so socialised properly from the start, checked by a vet and expect you to return to them if there are any problems. My last cat was a rescue and was in a foster home (i.e. not a cattery) for over six months, so they were spot on about his temperament, likes and dislikes. If you have children or other pets I would argue it's safer to get a dog or cat that has been fostered for a while than to buy a puppy. All my (adult) rescue cats have been darlings, no behaviour problems whatsoever.