[Carol Burke]

Once you determine what you want to do with the dog then do some research. If you want a SchH dog then you need to look at strong working pedigrees, confirmation you want titled parents hopefully with working titles also. The contract you get from the breeder will spell out any claims they might want later down the road. Sometimes a breeder selling a male or bitch that they feel is showable may want a stud service or a puppy at a later date. All of this needs to be in your contract. You also want to be sure to see health clearances on the parents. Price can be all over the place. I sold my last litter for $1500 each. CH parents, working titles on the dam, health clearences on the parents and grandparents.