At a minimum, your puppy should come home with their first set of vaccinations, vet records and a unique identifier such as a microchip.
One of a breeder’s primary goals should be to breed healthy, balanced and sound puppies. One of the ways to achieve this is through health and genetic testing.
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.
Many accountable breeders use sires and dams from outside of Canada to help strengthen and improve the genetic diversity in their breed. Find out if your breeder used a dam or sire from outside of Canada, or if the puppies are being imported to Canada. Also, learn more about Canada’s dog import regulations and CFIA’s role in regulating imports and more.
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.
