What does it take to find a good dog breeder? What should you be looking for? What are some red flags in the process? On this episode of The Dog Show, you’ll hear from Nick and Joe as they go over the important topic of finding a good dog breeder. The guys also cover some recent news stories about dogs and cold weather, how to find the “Right Dog” for your needs, the three primary components of a high performing dog, how to use the Puppy Aptitude Test, and so much more! You don’t want to miss a minute of this exciting episode! Finding the “Right Dog” for you. When it comes to finding the “Right dog,” you’ve got to take into consideration what your needs are. It’s also important to factor in what you can afford to spend on your dog in terms of time and money. On this episode of The Dog Show, you’ll hear from Nick and Joe as they reveal some important tips when it comes to finding the right dog for you and your family. If you aren’t an active person, you may want to do your research into dog breeds that are low maintenance and won’t expect you to keep them active and entertained. On the reverse, you don’t want a low energy dog, if you plan to take it on adventures and outings. To hear more tips on finding the right dog, make sure to listen to this episode! What to look for in a good dog breeder. It may sound daunting but finding the right breeder to get your dog from is very important. While you may get lucky and find a good dog from a backyard breeder, it’s the exception, not the rule. On this episode of The Dog Show, you’ll hear from Nick and Joe as they give you their insight into what it takes to find a good dog breeder. According to Nick, a good breeder won’t just let you pick any dog they have available, they’ll take their time to make sure the dog is the right fit for you and your family. Get more helpful insights from Nick and Joe when it comes to finding a good dog breeder by listening to this episode! What is the Puppy Aptitude Test? Have you ever been in the situation where you were visiting a dog breeder and you had to choose the dog you wanted from a whole group of puppies? How do you choose? Are you just looking for the cutest one possible? Is there a way you can assess the puppies right there before you take them home to determine which ones will make the best pet for you and your family? On this episode of The Dog Show, the guys discuss their use of the Puppy Aptitude Test and how it can help you determine which puppy to choose from and even asses the do you have now! Nick is convinced that going through this assessment is vital to long-term happiness with your pet. To hear more about the assessment and where to find it, make sure to listen to this episode. The top three components for a high performing dog. Have you ever wondered what the professionals look for when they are training and developing high performing dogs? What are the most important components that these professionals hone in on? According to world-renowned dog trainer George Hickox, it all comes down to these three key components; Genetics Nutrition Training If you eliminate any one of those three components, it’s going to have a negative effect on a high performing dog. Learn more about what makes a top-notch dog tick and how that relates to general dog training and behavior by listening to this episode of The Dog Show! You don’t want to miss it!