Answering questions and distributing important information is one of the jobs of a Shih Tzu breeder. So you are not bothering them, or doing anything they haven’t already dealt with a hundred times before when you start asking questions. But there are some very important questions that you should always remember to ask the breeder and keep it professional. Personal information isn’t necessary and you can find out all you will need to know about their personality while you are talking with them.
Ask your breeder about them. Ask how and why they got into being a Shih Tzu breeder. Ask them how long they have been doing it and why they keep doing it. You should also ask them how they feel about the dogs they sell every day. You want to know how your breeder feels about their profession so you can get a feel for how they may treat your dog. Also ask what national breeder registry they belong to and maybe ask them why they chose that particular registry.
When it is time to take your new Shih Tzu puppy home your Shih Tzu breeder should be offering you free pet insurance. This pet insurance will extend for six weeks after you take your Shih Tzu home and many pet owners have never had pet insurance before so be sure you ask a lot of questions and understand how it all works before you leave. Pet insurance can really help out at that first vet appointment. If you do not get the free pet insurance offer then ask your breeder why. They get it for free so they should be offering it to you.
Your Shih Tzu breeder will bury you in care and feeding instructions for your new Shih Tzu puppy and they expect you to ask a lot of questions before you go home. So go ahead and ask anything you can think of. It is important to the breeder, you, and your dog that you understand all of the care and feeding information you are given so that you know what to do for your dog when you get it home. Do not leave your breeder’s property without completely understanding your responsibilities.
Just about any reputable
Shih Tzu breeder offers a service that they always hope they never have to use yet they know they have to offer it for the good of your pet. Your breeder should have a policy about taking the Shih Tzu back if you cannot care for it anymore or simply do not want it. They will not refund your money but they would rather see you give it back to them so it has a chance at a new home rather than abandoning it.
A new dog always means a lot of questions so don’t be afraid to ask, because your Shih Tzu breeder is fully ready to answer them. You want to always be learning about the care and raising of your Shih Tzu and the breeder is the best place to get any of these questions answered. Take notes or don’t be surprised if they already have printed information that answers all of your questions for you.
This article will help you communicate better with
Shih Tzu breeders. You can find very important
Shih Tzu information in this article in regards to questions to ask breeders.