At a minimum, your puppy should come home with their first set of vaccinations, vet records and a unique identifier such as a microchip.
Breeders have extensive knowledge about their breeds and their wisdom can be extremely helpful to their puppy families.
Most accountable breeders have waiting lists so you may be required to wait several months or a year or more to bring home a puppy.
Adding a new member to your family can be an exciting and patience-trying experience, but don’t let your anticipation of your new arrival let you forget that not all individuals selling dogs or puppies are accountable, reputable breeders.
An accountable breeder welcomes prospective puppy owners to visit them and their kennels, and will want to get to know you, your family, and your lifestyle.