Introduction

Buying a puppy is a big investment. It’s important to be prepared and know what you’re getting into. Here are some things you should consider before buying your new best friend:

Choose the Right Breed

• Consider the breed. Before you even start looking at puppies, take some time to think about what type of dog will best suit your lifestyle, personality and home environment.
• Get to know the different breeds so that you can decide if they are a good match for you. A local or national club for each dog breed is an excellent place to start (see below). You can also find information online and in books.
• Talk with other people who have owned similar breeds of dogs before making your final decision on which one to buy. The more information and advice you get from those who know more than yourself, the better prepared you’ll be when it comes down to making an informed choice about getting a puppy in general

Be Prepared to Travel

When you’re considering buying an animal, it’s important to consider how much time and effort you’ll have to put into care. This is especially true when purchasing a puppy. If you go with a breeder, they may require that you travel to their home. They might also ask that you agree to pick up your puppy at a certain time and place—which means even more travel on top of what’s already involved in taking care of him or her! This is normal for breeders; if they don’t want potential buyers flying across the country for no reason other than wanting an exotic breed of dog, then these precautions are necessary.

The same goes for shelters: some shelters do not accept applications unless people are willing to go through all the steps required before adopting (including submitting proof of finances and references), while others just need someone who wants their animals enough that they won’t mind getting them there themselves! But regardless of whether or not other people get him/her ready first…

Understand the Health Issues

If you’re going to buy a dog, it’s important to know what health issues are common to your breed so you can determine if the potential for costly treatment is worth it.

For example, Great Dane puppies are prone to hip dysplasia, which causes lameness and arthritis later in life. In addition, some breeds have a shortened lifespan (like Jack Russell Terriers) or require extensive exercise and supervision (like Weimaraners). These factors can make an otherwise healthy puppy difficult or impossible to care for long term.

Before you bring home your puppy from the breeder or shelter, make sure that they’ve been tested for common diseases like heartworm and Lyme disease; many shelters will do this testing before adoption without charging any extra fee!

Make Sure You Can Afford It

• How much does a dog cost?
• What are the hidden costs of owning a dog?

Know Your Breeder

When researching breeders, it’s important to know what to look for. A good breeder will be happy to show you the premises where their puppies are raised and will be proud of their dogs’ care. Good breeders will also provide information about health testing and temperament testing that was done on the parents of their puppies.

There are a lot of things to consider when buying a puppy.

There are a lot of things to consider when buying a puppy. The first thing is the breed. It’s important to know your dog’s history and how it came into being, such as whether or not they have been bred responsibly. There are many good breeds out there but there are also some that have health problems you should be aware of before getting one.

Also consider if you can afford the puppy. You’ll need to get it vaccinated and neutered (if applicable) so make sure those costs are included in your budgeting plan!

Next up is understanding what kind of travel requirements your new furry friend may have—will they be able to sit in a carrier for long periods of time on planes? Or do they refuse to leave their backyard? Knowing these things will help narrow down which type of dog might best fit with your lifestyle! And finally: find out who bred your potential pup! Good breeders will give more information about their breeding practices than bad ones so make sure you ask questions before adopting from them!

Conclusion

Remember, the best way to make sure your puppy is healthy and happy is to buy from a reputable breeder who has gone through all of these steps. A good breeder will be able to answer any questions you have about their dogs’ health or temperament. They should also be willing to show you the facilities where they keep their animals so that you can see what goes into raising them.