For any dog lover, having a healthy pup means the world. But what happens when your pup comes from a puppy broker who is unconcerned with the health issues that can plague a certain breed? Havanese puppies are quickly gaining in popularity around the world for both dog lovers and competitors alike. Havanese breeders are hard pressed to keep up with the demand for these loveable dogs, as the strict testing that pups must undergo to ensure they are healthy often leads to a wait of several months to a year or more for a healthy pup.
Due to the fact that the original genetic pool that the Havanese we now see was limited to a very small number of dogs (about eleven), there are a great many genetic health problems that a Havanese breeder must test their puppies for prior to making them available for sale. This often leads to a wait of several months or years to be able to fill just a single order for a healthy Havanese pup. Brokers bypass this step, and so often the dogs found in pet stores will not meet the exacting requirements for a healthy Havanese.
One of the most important questions you should ask of any Havanese breeder you are considering buying a pup from, is whether or not you will be allowed to verify that all of the necessary medical testing has been done before you pay the balance in full.
A dishonest puppy broker will generally not offer this information, as they don't want people to look into their dishonest business practices. But an honest Havanese breeder will be more than happy to provide you with all of the documentation you need to ensure you are getting the pup you paid for.
This includes any registration papers and medical testing certificate pertaining to the pup in question. If you have never had any dealings with the Havanese breeder you have chosen in the past, it is vital that you research any documentation you are given. Call the association that your breeder says the pup is registered with and be sure to call the veterinarian listed on the paperwork to verify that proper testing has been performed.
When you consider the fact that a single Havanese puppy can cost you well over $1000, it seems only obvious that most people would want to make certain that they were getting their money's worth in the pup they chose. Sadly, many people are simply in too much of a hurry to have their highly coveted dog right away to ensure that the practices of the Havanese breeder they have chosen are respectable and honest.
If you are unsure of how to choose a quality Havanese breeder, you should talk to your veterinarian, or to your local kennel club, and ask for a recommendation as to which Havanese breeder they hold in the highest regard.
Remember, these adorable little pups are going to provide you with a lifetime of love and affection and it is worth the wait to ensure that you have a properly tested, and properly registered dog.
