How to locate a dog breeder

[ClassicBlue]

There’s two breeds of dogs my wife and I are considering. One being the Airedale and the other a Basset Hound. What is the best way to locate reputable breeders? Online searches seem to bring up generic results. I’d like to avoid the Craigslist breeders of at all possible. Advice much appreciated.

 

[joshe74]

I would recommend rescue. 2 of the best basset hounds we have had came from bhrg.org

 

[Bulldog Man]

Clubs there are dog breed clubs

 

[Dundee]

If you see someone with a nice example of what you're after ask them about it. How I ended up with my current dog.

 

[MRH]

My brother got his Bassett from a breeder in Villa Rica. I'll see if I can find out who they are, their contact info, etc...My brother's hound is such a good dog.

 

[BME013]

Check AKC website for breeders.

 

[ClassicBlue]

Check AKC website for breeders.

I looked at akc.org and you can find a ton of breeders for sure. I’m trying to figure out if this is the way to go or if there’s a better way to vet a breeder. No pun intended.

 

[Ruger34]

Most breeders these days have Facebook/ Instagram pages, search there and reed comments a reviews and or just call and talk to them in person

 

[gh1950]

I looked at akc.org and you can find a ton of breeders for sure. I’m trying to figure out if this is the way to go or if there’s a better way to vet a breeder. No pun intended.

We went through the AKC Breed club. You will pay more than a backyard breeder, but reputable breeders will guarantee the health of the dog, and the hips of susceptible breeds, and agree to take the dog back if it doesn't work out.

That said, if you just want a pet, nearly all the breed clubs have affiliated breed specific rescue operations, where you can get a purebred dog at a discount. It will probably be neutered. People give up dogs for the most ridiculous reasons. True story - one dog at our rescue org, was given up because the owners redecorated the house, and the dog didn't match the new decor. Some of the surrendered dogs have impressive pedigrees or training.

This is the way we went with our last dog, and he was great. If you don't want to be a serious breeder, I strongly urge you to contact the national breed club for breed specific rescues.

 

[Russ-T]

I looked at akc.org and you can find a ton of breeders for sure. I’m trying to figure out if this is the way to go or if there’s a better way to vet a breeder. No pun intended.

We just got a GSD from a breeder on the AKC site. Super easy experience.