| Looking to purchase a Doberman puppy, but don't | | | | maybe inquire earlier about his reputation. Be aware |
| know what characteristics to look for? Read the tips | | | | of the ones who are most eager to sell you a puppy |
| below to help you make a smart decision. | | | | without asking you any questions, this shows an |
| First. Be careful with the environment where the | | | | appalling indifference in the fate of the puppy to be |
| puppies are kept in. It shouldn't be clean as a hospital | | | | sold. |
| but it shouldn't be as extremely dirty as well. If the | | | | A good breeder will be most eager to know about |
| place is dirty the puppies may have internal disease | | | | the condition of life you offer to his animal. He may |
| and this is definitely not what you are looking for. | | | | even refuse to sell you if he finds out that you |
| The ideal house for a puppy should be clean, with a | | | | cannot protect the dog from being hurt or treated |
| warm dry pen, clean papers on the floor and a clean | | | | improperly. Another good breeder is the one that will |
| bedding area. Also look if the food and the water | | | | give you permission to take the puppy to the vet to |
| dishes are kept clean. | | | | check their health before purchase. |
| Second. Look closely at the Doberman. It should be | | | | Beware the breeder who wants to sell you a puppy |
| approximately 9 weeks old, weight between 17 | | | | at five weeks and before the ears are trimmed. |
| pounds for a female and 20 pounds for a male, have | | | | Most likely, he is doing this in order to save money |
| shiny coat, some loose skin, smell clean, his ears | | | | by passing the added expense on to you. Also, it can |
| trimmed and his eyes bright. A dog that accomplishes | | | | be very upsetting for a novice owner to go through |
| all these conditions is the best deal for a buyer. | | | | an ear trimming experience with his puppy. |
| Third. Look at the owner. Study his personality and | | | | |