Im looking for a female miniature sheltie puppy in the ohio area?
I own a female miniature Sheltie a year old and Im looking for another one please contact me via email if you know any breeders or any for sale in the ohio area please contact me :] k thanks
The breed standard is 13 to 16 inches. Granted, some go under or over size. That doens’t make them a "mini" or a "giant" or any other disreputable breeder’s term used to market misfits as something special. I know a reputable breeder that has a litter right now in the Pittsburgh area who has a pup that probably won’t be big enough to show. They are of champion parentage. The parents are OFA’d, CERF’d and tested VWD free. Google ‘Shetland sheepdog clubs" and contact their breeder referral rep.
Remember to ALWAYS buy from a responsible breeder. A responsible breeder will:
1) be breeding to the breed’s standard..no teacup, micro, mini, imperial,
king, or other goofy term for runts or oversized dogs. No intentional
"rare", meaning unaccepted by the breed standard, colors either.
2) will be actively showing or working the parents.
3) will have genetic health testing done, such as OFA or PennHip, CERF,
VonWillebrand’s, etc.
4) will give you the results of that testing in writing
5) insists on spay/neuter for pet pups.
6) has a contract citing the spay/neuter clause and also offering to take
back the pup at any time for any reason for the rest of its life.
7) is open, honest, and available to the new owner, and can talk aobut their
breed for hours.
does a home check before placing a pup, and will turn down homes that
might not be suitable for a pup of their breed.
9) does not put money above the well-being of their animals.
If the breeder you are considering doesn’t fit these guidelines, find a
better breeder. You are more likely to get a mentally and physically
healthier pup from a responsible breeder.
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there’s no such thing as a "mini" sheltie.. they only come in ONE size.
The Sheltie club can refer you to a reputable breeder..
http://www.assa.org/
or you can try shelter or rescue http://www.petfinder.com
References :
Wherer in Ohio?
akron / canton
athens
cincinnati
cleveland
columbus
dayton / springfield
huntington-ashland
lima / findlay
mansfield
northern panhandle
parkersburg-marietta
sandusky
toledo
youngstown
References :
Try petfinder at the link below
http://www.petfinder.com/
Or check the shelters in your state
References :
The breed standard is 13 to 16 inches. Granted, some go under or over size. That doens’t make them a "mini" or a "giant" or any other disreputable breeder’s term used to market misfits as something special. I know a reputable breeder that has a litter right now in the Pittsburgh area who has a pup that probably won’t be big enough to show. They are of champion parentage. The parents are OFA’d, CERF’d and tested VWD free. Google ‘Shetland sheepdog clubs" and contact their breeder referral rep.
Remember to ALWAYS buy from a responsible breeder. A responsible breeder will:
1) be breeding to the breed’s standard..no teacup, micro, mini, imperial,
king, or other goofy term for runts or oversized dogs. No intentional
"rare", meaning unaccepted by the breed standard, colors either.
2) will be actively showing or working the parents.
3) will have genetic health testing done, such as OFA or PennHip, CERF,
VonWillebrand’s, etc.
4) will give you the results of that testing in writing
5) insists on spay/neuter for pet pups.
6) has a contract citing the spay/neuter clause and also offering to take
back the pup at any time for any reason for the rest of its life.
7) is open, honest, and available to the new owner, and can talk aobut their
breed for hours.
might not be suitable for a pup of their breed.
9) does not put money above the well-being of their animals.
If the breeder you are considering doesn’t fit these guidelines, find a
better breeder. You are more likely to get a mentally and physically
healthier pup from a responsible breeder.
References :
Rescuer, vet tech, groomer, and show exhibitor of Shetland sheepdogs for 20+ years.
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