The Ethical Dog Buyers Guide

How to Own a Dog and Avoid Purchasing Pitfalls

Perfect for informed owners and professionals studying the commercial pet trade,The Ethical Dog Buyers Guideis a short, high-level guide for anyone who wants to make ethical, informed decisions when welcoming a dog into their life.

Buying a dog today is more complex than everand this book is your essential guide.

The Ethical Dog Buyers Guideexplores what dogs truly need, the meaning of pedigree and breed, and the health issues tied to both purebreds and trendy crossbreeds. From choosing the right size and age to understanding sourcesbreeders, shelters, pet shops, and onlinethe author offers practical advice while tackling urgent issues in the canine supply chain: puppy mills, smuggling, and the rise of unhealthy pups. With a strong UK focus and insights into U.S. law, plus real-life case studies, this book goes beyond the typical choose a dog manual.

Perfect for informed owners and professionals studying the commercial pet trade,The Ethical Dog Buyers Guideis a short, high-level guide for anyone who wants to make ethical, informed decisions when welcoming a dog into their life.