How to choose a breeder:
This relationship will last the lifetime of the dog (8-10+ yrs). You want to make sure you are connecting with someone who you can rely on for mentorship throughout the years. A swissy breeder should not look at puppy placements as a transaction but rather, a relationship. If you get the feeling of a transaction, it's in your best interest to move on. Swissy breeders are notorious for being very selective with picking the right homes for their puppies and one that just wants a deposit, may be a good indication of a breeder with less than ideal motives.
Transparency is key when learning about the litter you are inquiring about. Things you should be asking a breeder....
1) What are the OFA health clearances of the parents?
Can these results be found by searching the OFA database using the dog's AKC Registration number?
2) What are the temperaments of the Parents?
3) Health issues do happen. It's what a breeder does with that information for selective breeding practices that matters. What other health concerns are in the Pedigrees of the parents?
4) How are the puppies raised? Indoors, outdoors? How are they socialized?
What is OFA?
Learn About Breed Health Concerns Here
Transparency is key when learning about the litter you are inquiring about. Things you should be asking a breeder....
1) What are the OFA health clearances of the parents?
Can these results be found by searching the OFA database using the dog's AKC Registration number?
2) What are the temperaments of the Parents?
3) Health issues do happen. It's what a breeder does with that information for selective breeding practices that matters. What other health concerns are in the Pedigrees of the parents?
4) How are the puppies raised? Indoors, outdoors? How are they socialized?
What is OFA?
Learn About Breed Health Concerns Here
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To be considered for a future litter, Please start by filling out an application.
We are committed to the well being of the breed and every puppy we produce. Puppies are not placed with first come first serve method but instead are placed based on the best match for the puppy. In the effort to advocate for the best interest of the puppy, I do not guarantee anyone a puppy until they pass the application process.
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Dogs aren't our whole lives, but they make our lives whole
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About:
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I have been involved in the breed since 2010. Our Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are beloved members of our family. We enjoy competing with them in dog shows along with challenging their working capabilities in other working events to build our bond and provide positive training and socialization. We strive to produce structurally sound, happy, healthy puppies that will become outstanding members of your family while improving the breed as a whole. As a preservation breeder, I thoughtfully analyze pedigree, temperament and test all breeding stock according to CHIC requirements for the breed. These practices contribute to not only the longevity but the quality of this magnificent breed to ensure it's existence for years to come.
NICHOLE PROCTOR
AKC BREEDER OF MERIT nichole@hiddenhillswissies.com 262.349.2966 LOCATED IN SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN |
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