How to find the Right Breeder....

First , you should never buy a puppy from a breeder who doesn't health test . A Responsible breeder knows the standard of their breed , the pedigree behind their dogs and Health test's before breeding (at least an Echo , Holter and Thyroid) . A Responsible breeder will not veer off the standard to suite there own ideals . The standard is in place for a reason .

The best place to start looking for a Responsible breeder is your local kennel club . Next , look up breeder's web sites email them and 'Ask Question's . There are no dumb questions , the only dumb question is the one that was not asked .

Make sure they know what they are talking about. Ask if they are New to breeding Boxers .

Note : This doesn't make them a bad Breeder, as long as they do health testing and are working to " Better the Breed" then I wouldn't check them off the list for being new at breeding . Everybody has to start somewhere . :0)

Ask if they show their dogs , Do they health test ? How about temperament testing ? You at least want the Thyroid , Holter and Echo done on both parents . Ask if you can see their kennel / where the dog lives. After all you want to know where your new family member might be coming from, and Above all you want to feel comfortable with the Breeder . If you get any bad vibes then Thank them for their time and don't look back LOL .

Another Great place to look for a breeder, is at an AKC
(American Kennel Club ) , CKC ( Canadian Kennel Club) and or UKC ( United Kennel Club ) dog show's . Most of the time the breeders are glad to help point you in the right direction . Just be sure they are done showing for the day , that way they can answer any questions that you may have .

Please , do not refer to the newspaper . Most likely these pups are from un-health tested parents ,poor health and maybe bad temperaments that can cost you money/lawsuits down the road .

Note: Also even if they do health test still does not mean they are "Responsible Breeders" . I have found out that the BYB"s are getting smarter . Sure health testing is a great start , but are they really breeding to better the breed . No , they are still breeding to make money . They don't care what the puppy looks like as long as they have the cash in hand . Also a Responsible Breeder will never sell a puppy as a Gift no matter what .

And I can't say this enough , Please study the breed ( I'm not saying you have to know the breed inside and out ) Know what makes them tick , Health issues ,and how to take care of a Boxer .

Also , don't buy the first puppy you see . I know they are so cute and oh the puppy breath ....... But you need to put health before the looks . You want that cute face to be with you for a long time , don't ya ?