Newfoundland Forum:
Interviewing a Breeder

Hi! Does anyone know where to find a good form on the internet, that I can use to contact Breeders? I need something that includes all the important questions about the various health issues. I am not sure quite what to ask Breeders and find it odd, trying to ask questions about a puppy I can't even see. Anyone have a format that worked for them? Any ideas are welcome. I have already visited the Newfoundland Club of America and read their stuff but still have no idea what to say when I actually write to a breeder.

Hello, All you need to do is get a pad of paper and write down a series of questions that are important to you and leave them by the phone. I will tell you the questions I would ask and I hope it helps. I am sure other breeders will give you more hints. Questions will also differ on whether or not you are looking for a pet or a showing and breeding prospect. Here they are: 1. How long have you been breeding Newfs? 2. What are you breeding for? 3. What health clearances do you do? 4. What health guarantees do you offer? 5.What do you feed your Newfs? 6. DO I get a set of instructions on how to feed, train, and raise my Newf? 7. Would you be willing to help me when I have a problem? 8. Do you take your puppies back if something happens and I can no longer keep my dog? 9.How long do your dogs traditonally live. 10. What do you require your buyer's to do? 11. Where are you puppies raised and how are they socialized and of course 12. How much do your puppies cost? Will you ship a puppy? I hope this helps. You are welcome to email me with further questions. Marie Campbell evarista.newfoundlands@verizon.net