I've been doing a lot of research and recently was directed to this website. I posted under the new member section and this is going to be my first of many questions.
I have 4 books from the local library and a good number of websites I've been referring to for the last month. The litter of puppies will be ready in August and currently I'm interested in a black male. I know the breeder in question well and adore the parents of the litter. They are currently 19 days old I believe maybe 20 and in the 5 pound range. The plan is to take one at 8 weeks and through my research that seems to be "A okay". The ears will also remain natural as I don't believe in ear cropping.
My parents have two Amstaffs and a Boston Terrier and after doing some research I'm not a bit worried about adopting a male. The last thing I want is a dog that isn't going to get a long with the family pets. I'm living on my own and currently in a different state but will be back in PA (Currently in Ohio finishing school) in 6-12 months.
I plan to socialize, socialize, socialize and will enroll him/her in some sort of puppy kindergarten. Right now I'm just looking for advice, opinions and whatever else anyone can throw my way.
I've research the VWD test through Vetgen I believe it is where you swab the inside of the pups mouth and send it off and am aware of the various health issues that can effect the dog. The heart condition is what worries me most and it seems to be most prevalent in males. (?)
Anyway I've got my sponge hat on and am ready to absorb as much as possible. I'm so glad i was directed to this site. If you want more info check my first post under "new members"
Thanks.
