We love them and tell us every little detail about our dogs. But one of the most important moments is rarely discussed: buying a dog. There are many different ways that dogs find their owners. The dog market is huge and some stumbling blocks can delay or even prevent the purchase of a dog. Here you can find out how you can prepare perfectly for buying a dog and what you need to consider.
Do you want to buy a dog? If you have had a dog before, you may already have had some experience with it.
However, if you received your dog as a gift and did not make the purchase yourself, our tips may be useful for you.
If you have never had a dog before but would like to find out everything you need to know about buying a dog, then you have come to the right place.
- What should you consider when buying a dog?
- Buying dogs: What types of dogs are there?
- Where can you buy dogs?
- Fraud when buying a dog
- Conclusion
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What should you consider when buying a dog?
In order not to regret buying a dog, you should really be clear about what it means to have a dog. It involves a lot of work and unpleasant walks in the cold rain, picking up dog poop and cleaning up vomit. Are you really ready for a dog? Will it fit into your life alongside work and leisure activities? The latter in particular can be limited, because not everything is possible with dogs. Also remember that travelling with a dog , especially outside the EU, can sometimes be associated with high costs and restrictions.
The Corona period in particular has shown us that many people see pets as just a stopgap measure and give them away as soon as they are no longer needed. This is a huge problem for animal shelters and a disgrace for those who treat an animal's life so carelessly. Of course, this does not only affect dogs, but all animal species.
So before you decide to buy a dog, you should be 100% sure that you can devote the time necessary to looking after and caring for the four-legged friend. Be honest with yourself - even if that isn't always easy.
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Buying dogs: What types of dogs are there?
If you have decided to buy a dog, you have to decide on a type of dog. In general, all dogs can be divided into the following groups:
- Mini dogs
- Small dogs
- Medium-sized dogs
- Big dogs
- Hunting dogs
The bigger the four-legged friend, the more effort is required to care for it and keep it in a species-appropriate manner. To ensure that the new family member suits you and your needs - and vice versa - it is useful to know the different dog breeds. There are huge differences between dog breeds. If you invest a little time here, you won't be disappointed later when false expectations and reality collide.
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Where can you buy dogs?
There are many different ways to buy a dog these days. Unfortunately, there are also sellers who are not so careful about the health of their puppies. Dog breeders from Eastern Europe have come under particular criticism, as puppies are often offered at markets for bargain prices. When they return home, many new dog owners realize how sick their little dog is. The little dogs often have to be treated at great expense.
Many of these dogs are separated from their mothers far too early or are given fake vaccination certificates. This has gone so far that it is considered organized crime. Young dogs are brought to Germany from Eastern Europe and sold on the street for cash.
Not only are disease control laws being broken, but also all animal protection laws, not to mention moral laws.
When buying a dog, however, it is important to know about the direct ancestors in order to rule out possible hereditary diseases or allergies.
Ultimately, buying from such dubious sources only increases the suffering of the dogs. Therefore, a reputable breeder or animal shelter should be the first port of call. Some people are also lucky enough to get a dog offspring from a friend.
The Internet of course offers an incredible selection and various dog marketplaces such as edogs.de, quoka.de or markt.de and also eBay. But this is exactly where the risk of falling victim to fraudsters is very high, because this is where private sellers in particular can offer their puppies.
Another option, and probably the best, is the appropriate breeders. Breeders in Germany are not allowed to use breeding as their main source of income. All breeders must have another income, which means the risk of abuse is significantly lower. Breeders are also regularly checked and in order not to lose their license, they usually adhere to the applicable rules and laws on animal welfare. They can also give you the best advice on the specific dog breed and give you tips on care or the right dog food. However, there are no mixed-breed dogs here.
Fraud when buying a dog
However, buying a dog on the Internet should also be approached with great caution, as there are a number of opportunities for fraud.
Since you can't always meet the dog directly, alleged fraudsters have the opportunity to provide false and untrue information about the dog in question. However, you should never buy a dog blindly. If it is not possible to get to know the four-legged friend before buying it, all alarm bells should ring.
So make sure that it is a credible and verified site. For example, it is always a good idea to take a closer look at the imprint of a website and possibly find out more information about the website operators on the Internet.
Conclusion
Although buying a dog is a very emotional matter, you should not rush into anything and always do your best to find out as much information as possible about the seller before making the purchase. This will increase your chances of making the right choice and getting the dog you have always wanted.
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