Why do I need a Puppy Selection Process--because I know the difference
between a good Shiloh and a not-so-good Shiloh. I know how difficult it
can be to live with a dog that does not meet my criteria. I also know
how difficult it can be to rehome a dog with a problem. In addition, I
believe a dog is a lifetime commitment although I feel there are
exceptions such as hobby breeders who need to rehome breeding stock,
people whose life situation has changed due to unforeseeable factors, or
a bad match that could lead to harm if not resolved. When I plunk down
my money for a Shiloh puppy, I want to know that I have done everything
possible to ensure a good match which I define as a happy, healthy, and
stable puppy that meets my temperament criteria.
I
share this process with those who are interested in learning how to
minimize risk when selecting a puppy. I do not believe it is the only
process to use nor do I say it is the best process to use. I readily
admit I am not an expert in puppy testing, temperament, or canine
behavior. What I have developed comes from my personal experiences over
the course of my lifetime as well as years of research on the
subject—nothing more and nothing less. Although
the process is tailored for
Shiloh
puppy buyers, the concepts presented are universal to puppies of all
breeds.
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each section of the Puppy Selection Process
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