Puppy Buying Guidelines 

 

Ask the breeder the following questions: 

1. If the sire and dam are SABT (or equivalent) registered? Will the pups be registered? 

2. Are both the dam and sire available to be seen? This is strongly recommended. Do not accept claims as to a dog’s temperament: meet them and decide for yourself. (If the breeder agrees to meet you away from his/her home address with the dog he/she may be trying to hide an unacceptable level of territorial aggression). 

3. Has the sire and dam been hip tested and do these meet acceptable standards?  The minimum standard set by the UK Boerboel Club is currently BVA 18 or less; Penn Hip 0.55 or less. 

4. Has the breeder had any pups identified as suffering from health issues?  

5. Has the breeder had any pups returned due to temperament issues? Has the breeder ever had a dog returned as it is too aggressive. Ask pertinent questions. Has the breeder ever had a dog bred by him disqualified at an appraisal for being too aggressive? Don't accept excuses! 

6. What guarantee does the breeder provide? Most reputable breeder will refund or replace the pup should it suffer from a congenital or hereditary health problem during its first year.  

7. Have the parents been SABT appraised and what was their score? 85% and above is considered excellent.  

8. Does the breeder give the pups their basic inoculations? This helps to indicate whether the breeder has the health of the pup, rather than profit, in mind. It also provides your pup with essential, much needed protection against various diseases such as distemper, hepatitis 

9. Is the dam certificated by a vet as free from vaginal prolaps? A hereditary condition. 

10. Are the dogs certified confirmed clear of entropion/ectotropion? Eye conditions. 

11. What price do they charge for their pups?  £1,500 is the maximum that most reputable breeders charge. If they are asking for more ask them to justify this additional cost. Then check to see if their pants are on fire. Paying more does not mean you are getting a better quality dog. It just means the breeder is greedier! We charge less. 

12. Is there a breeding clause on the contract of sale? Some breeders will demand future use of your pup should it turn out to be an exceptional quality dog/bitch. (Do you want to be subject to such a clause?) 

 

 

 

  

 

Claymore Diesel 1 & Claymore Diesel 2 

at 5 months old