There is the perfect Havanese dog out there that is destined to become your best friend. Where can you find your soon-to-be best friend? The key is to find a high quality breeder to help the two of you make your canine connection.
First you can scan public notification sources such as the newspaper classifieds, the Internet, and the American Kennel Club. In addition, consult with any friends or colleagues that own a Havanese, dog groomers, and pet stores.
Take time to locate a breeder that has the credentials and track record that you desire.
How can you find a quality, well respected breeder? Look to the well respected resource of the American Kennel Club. The American Kennel Club has an easy-to-navigate website that is chock full of pertinent information for dog owners of all backgrounds.
Visit the “Breeder Referral” by the American Kennel Club. It is located on their website at
http://www.akc.org/breederinfo/breeder_search.cfm. You can learn more about local breeders and dog shows in your area. You can also search for information on breeders through the online breeders section. Another resource is to look in the American Kennel Club Breeder classifieds.
Also try to attend dog shows in your area to meet with qualified breeders. Watching dog shows will help you to understand the qualities of the Havanese. One major benefit of attending a dog show is that local breeder contact information is available. Many times you will have the opportunity to set up an appointment with the breeder at the dog show.
It is important to understand that the dogs you watch at the dog show will be at least six months old. This is a requirement of many dog shows as showing puppies that are under six months of age is prohibited. Therefore, you may need to schedule a different time and place to meet with the breeder so you can view younger puppies. At the very least, the dog show will demonstrate what your Havanese will look like after they are a puppy.
What if you live in an area where you don’t have dog shows? Don’t worry; you can watch dog shows on television such as the Westminster Dog Show. Check your local TV listings for the specific date and time. You can also scope out this information on the Internet.
It is common practice to visit the breeder’s kennel after you set up an appointment with them. It is crucial that you take your time when visiting these kennels and do not take home up the first Havanese you become friends with.
You want to learn everything you can about each Havanese in the kennel. You might not be sure about the sex or color markings you would like on your Havanese. Contemplating over several different Havanese choices is the best idea.
A quality breeder shouldn’t pressure you to buy a specific Havanese. A respectable breeder is devoted to all their Havanese dogs and wishes to place them in a good home. This depth of relationship with their dogs is often ascertained through the questions they ask you. The breeder wishes to ensure that you will be a quality owner and take proper care of your Havanese.
A reputable breeder should have extensive knowledge about the Havanese breed. The breeder should know the origin and history of the Havanese. They should be able to answer any of your questions regarding the breed with correct information. You want to find a breeder that is dedicated to the Havanese and not someone that is breeding Havanese dogs on a whim.
Visit as many kennels, breeders, and Havanese sources as possible. This will give you a well rounded, assorted group of Havanese dogs to choose from. There are several factors that should be considered when purchasing a Havanese including price, health, and quality of the breeder. Therefore, it is imperative that you spend time consulting different breeders to find the one that matches your needs and expectations.
