More Than 100 Dogs Rescued, Four Dogs Died – Jonathan Riffe Discusses Maryland Fire

More than 100 dogs were rescued after a fire in Maryland. Four dogs died of the 600 animals on the property

State voters to decide Proposition B issue Nov. 2

Proposition B is a ballot measure that would increase regulation on Missouri’s dog breeders and seek to increase enforcement of these standards.  

Choosing a Good Dog Breeder

Have you ever purchased a car that was a lemon? Facing problem after problem robs you of the pleasure of enjoying your new car. Unfortunately, there are dogs that are lemons, too. A dog with health problems can lead to heartache and empty checkbooks. A good dog breeder will stand behind health guarantees and do [...]

Dog Breeding – Breeding, Things to Think About

Breeding dogs is a serious responsibility and entails risks and surprises for even experienced breeders. But, even in a world too crowded with unwanted dogs, there are positive aspects. Here are a few things to consider…

Dog Training – Tips for Selecting Game Dogs

Proper training begins even before the pup is born. While it’s not always possible to buy a pup from champions, selecting the proper breed and temperament is essential.

Shopping From A Breeder (8): Buying A Show Quality Dog From A Professional Breeder

Some of you would absolutely love to own a puppy that could aspire to becoming show ring material. If this is the case, it is important to realize that the breeder has no way of knowing how well an 8-week old puppy will turn out as a top-notch show dog. In fact, no reputable breeder [...]

Shopping From A Breeder (7): Purebred Puppies Are Worth Every Penny!

What you pay for your new dog depends to a large extent on the particular breed you want, how popular it is when you want it, what part of the country you live in, and the time of year you decide to buy the dog. And if you are shopping for a new dog during [...]

Shopping From A Breeder (6): The Backyard Breeder

The third type of breeder that offers puppies for sale is known as the “backyard breeder”. These people should never be confused with the “small professional breeder”. The backyard breeder can be considered the “bad apple” in the barrel.

Shopping From A Breeder (5): The Small Professional Breeder (Part 2)

Shopping for a new puppy through a small professional breeder is one of the best choices you could make. These breeders offer much more personal help with questions and interests than larger breeder organizations do, and with more respected care for their puppies than you could possibly imagine.

Shopping From A Breeder (4): The Small Professional Breeder (Part 1)

If your new puppy hasn’t eaten as much as you think he should, if he sneezes once too often for your liking, if he howls all night when you think he should be adjusted to his new surroundings – then you can thank your lucky stars that you purchased the little guy from a small [...]