Hi everyone
I am in the beginner stage of researching breeders in the NE. I am from Long Island NY and am looking for a breeder that is with in 5-6 hour drive.
A little back story, In 2015 I lost my 12 yo female GSD and thought I had found a good breeder on LI for a new pup. I ended up getting a male all black puppy that was perfect temperament and personality. Unfortunately he had to be put down at 7 months due to a congenital kidney disease. The breeder was a complete nightmare and even after the lab results confirmed that it was 100% congenital she refused to do anything. She accused me of feeding the dog toxic food or exposing him to toxins on my lawn. She refused to replace the dog or give me my money back. this experience has made me very untrustworthy of breeders. I would love another GSD in my family so I would love some help or recommendations from anyone that is willing to give them.
I am looking for a companion family pet. I live in a suburban neighbourhood with my wife and 3 yo daughter. I want a very well tempered dog that is sociable with other animals and people. I have no issue with a high drive dog. My previous female was a super active dog but had a great off switch at the end of the day. I work nights so I want a dog that is loyal and protective for my family.
I am drawn to European working line dogs. I really do not have a preference in coat colour. I am more interested in the quality of the breeder at this point. My preference would be to have a breeder that picks the puppies based on the needs of the family as oppose to a wait list and when it is your turn you get to pick the puppy that looks that coolest. I also would like a breeder that stands behind their dogs.
I appreciate any help that anyone is willing to offer. There are a couple older post about NE breeders and a lot of the websites are out of date or not active so I apologize if this is a topic that has been covered but I would love current info.
I am in the beginner stage of researching breeders in the NE. I am from Long Island NY and am looking for a breeder that is with in 5-6 hour drive.
A little back story, In 2015 I lost my 12 yo female GSD and thought I had found a good breeder on LI for a new pup. I ended up getting a male all black puppy that was perfect temperament and personality. Unfortunately he had to be put down at 7 months due to a congenital kidney disease. The breeder was a complete nightmare and even after the lab results confirmed that it was 100% congenital she refused to do anything. She accused me of feeding the dog toxic food or exposing him to toxins on my lawn. She refused to replace the dog or give me my money back. this experience has made me very untrustworthy of breeders. I would love another GSD in my family so I would love some help or recommendations from anyone that is willing to give them.
I am looking for a companion family pet. I live in a suburban neighbourhood with my wife and 3 yo daughter. I want a very well tempered dog that is sociable with other animals and people. I have no issue with a high drive dog. My previous female was a super active dog but had a great off switch at the end of the day. I work nights so I want a dog that is loyal and protective for my family.
I am drawn to European working line dogs. I really do not have a preference in coat colour. I am more interested in the quality of the breeder at this point. My preference would be to have a breeder that picks the puppies based on the needs of the family as oppose to a wait list and when it is your turn you get to pick the puppy that looks that coolest. I also would like a breeder that stands behind their dogs.
I appreciate any help that anyone is willing to offer. There are a couple older post about NE breeders and a lot of the websites are out of date or not active so I apologize if this is a topic that has been covered but I would love current info.