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Regis Regal German Shepherds
Cindy Kelly is the president, owner, and head of operations at Regis Regal German Shepherds headquartered in Spring Grove, Illinois. Cindy is one of the most knowledgeable and passionate breeders of any dog breeds I have consulted with. Cindy takes passion for her champion bloodline German Shepherd dogs and will not sell her German Shepherd pups to anyone. There is no doubt there are many imitation German Shepherd breeders. Just because you have female and male German Shepherd dog and have puppies does not mean that you are now a professional German Shepherd breeder.
A great dog breeder, like Cindy Kelly of Regis Regal German Shepherds is characterized by several key attributes and practices:
<strong style=”background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; color: var(–bb-body-text-color);”>Commitment to Health and Welfare of the parent German Shepherds as well as the pups: The top priority for any reputable breeder is the health and well-being of their dogs. This includes ensuring that breeding dogs are healthy, genetically tested for hereditary diseases common in their breed, and well cared for in terms of nutrition, exercise, and veterinary care.
<strong style=”background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; color: var(–bb-body-text-color);”>Breed Knowledge and Expertise: A great breeder is knowledgeable about their chosen breed(s), including breed standards, temperament, behavior, and specific health concerns. They should be able to provide guidance and information to potential buyers about the breed’s characteristics and needs.
<strong style=”background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; color: var(–bb-body-text-color);”>Selective Breeding Practices: Responsible breeders carefully select breeding pairs based on genetic health, temperament, and conformation to breed standards. They aim to improve the breed with each generation and avoid breeding dogs with known health issues or undesirable traits.
<strong style=”background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; color: var(–bb-body-text-color);”>Ethical and Transparent Practices: Transparency is essential in all aspects of breeding, including providing accurate information about the lineage, health records, and any potential risks associated with the breed. Ethical breeders are open to questions and concerns from prospective buyers and are willing to provide ongoing support and advice after the sale.
<strong style=”background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; color: var(–bb-body-text-color);”>Proper Socialization and Environmental Exposure: Puppies raised by reputable breeders are typically well-socialized from a young age, exposed to different environments, people, and experiences to help them develop into well-adjusted adults.
<strong style=”background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; color: var(–bb-body-text-color);”>Responsible Placement of Puppies: Great breeders carefully screen potential buyers to ensure that their puppies are going to suitable homes where they will receive proper care and attention. They may require potential buyers to fill out questionnaires, conduct interviews, or even visit their facilities before agreeing to sell a puppy.
<strong style=”background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; color: var(–bb-body-text-color);”>Continued Involvement and Support: A good breeder doesn’t wash their hands of the puppies once they are sold. They are available to provide ongoing support, advice, and guidance to new puppy owners throughout the dog’s life.
<strong style=”background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; color: var(–bb-body-text-color);”>Involvement in the Dog Community: Many reputable breeders are actively involved in dog shows, competitions, or breed clubs. This involvement helps them stay informed about the latest developments in their breed and allows them to network with other knowledgeable individuals in the dog community.
<strong style=”background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; color: var(–bb-body-text-color);”>Adherence to Legal and Ethical Standards: Great breeders adhere to all applicable laws and regulations related to breeding, licensing, and animal welfare. They also follow ethical guidelines set forth by reputable breeding organizations and breed clubs.
<strong style=”background-color: transparent; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; color: var(–bb-body-text-color);”>Lifetime Responsibility for Their Dogs: A responsible breeder takes responsibility for every dog they breed, regardless of age or circumstances. They should be willing to take back any dog they have bred if the owner can no longer care for it, to ensure the dog’s well-being and prevent it from ending up in a shelter or rescue.
Cindy Kelly of Regis Regal German Shepherds in Spring Grove, Illinois knows her dogs and knows German Shepherd. I like to add more to this review but am running late for my appointment. Please feel free to contact me or write to me if you need a reference and one of the most kindest, knowledgeable, experienced, and humble breeders I met and now I am a fan of Cindy Kelly, Owner and founder of Regis Regal German Shepherds headquartered in Spring Grove, Illinois.