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How do I find a reputable dog breeder in PA?
The AKC’s breeder listings can be an excellent starting point for finding a breeder. The AKC also offers other ways to find out what standing a specific breeder is in. -Facebook groups are your friends. There are a large number of Facebook groups that can help you find a breeder for a specific type of dog.
How much does a cavachon puppy cost?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels often cost over $1,000, and Bichon Frise will be equally expensive. You might come across some breeders selling Cavachon puppies for as low as $700-$800. However, if you want your Cavachon to come from a top breed line, you can expect to pay anything from $2,000 to $6,000 and more.
Are backyard breeders the same as puppy mills?
Unlike puppy mills and other animal mill operations, backyard breeders breed on a small scale, usually at home with their own pets (hence the “backyard” description), and may be motivated by things such as monetary profit, curiosity, to gain new pets, or to show children “the miracle of birth”.
How much does a Maltipoo cost?
The cost of a Maltipoo can range anywhere from $600 – $4,000 depending on whether you adopt from a shelter or purchase from a reputable breeder. There are also other factors to consider in price as well such as health guarantees, microchipping, and more.
Are Cavachons good dogs?
Cavachons are gentle, friendly dogs who make great family pets. They have loving personalities and get on well with children. They are intelligent dogs and even a first-time owner will find it easy to train them because they tend to be eager to please.
What is considered a reputable breeder?
Reputable breeders have one goal in mind: To produce healthy, and physically and behaviorally stable dogs that meet the standard – the written description of the breed. Most would rather gnaw broken glass than purposefully breed for any trait that defies the requirements of the standard.
What kind of dog is a havachon?
They are a cross between a Havanese and a Bichon Frise. Although a mixed-breed dog can take on any combination of traits from one or both of the parent breeds, a Havachon tends to be a fantastic family companion.
What kind of dog is a cavachon?
The Cavachon is a designer dog breed that is a cross between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Bichon Frise. This cross often results in a small, cuddly, and friendly companion dog that also usually has a low-shedding coat.
How big does a full grown cavachon get?
A fully-grown Cavachon usually stands 12-13 inches tall at the shoulder and weighs between 10-20 pounds. This dog breed generally lives for 10-15 years. Although it is possible that Cavachons have been around longer, it is thought that they were developed as a designer breed and named in the late 1990s.
What kind of health problems does a havachon have?
A Havachon could inherit potential health concerns common to either the Havanese or the Bichon Frise, or both. Potential health concerns to be aware of include allergies, progressive retinal atrophy, cataracts, Legg-Calve Perthes Disease, patellar luxation, and Mitral Valve Disease.