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Pet breeders will typically specialize in one area, whether it’s to sell you a horse, puppy, kitten, rabbit, bird, snake, or other reptile. Fancy breeds have grown in popularity, giving those that sell the animal a chance to increase their profits. Farm animals, including cattle, can also be bought so you will know the background of the animal. The classifieds is a great place to start your search for your pure bred poodles or pit bulls. You may also find exotic or wild animals for sale. Stores that sell chinchillas, snakes, lizards, and other animals can be found by looking online or in a local phone book. Ask friends and family that have recently bought a puppy, kitten, horse, rabbit, or bird where they bought it from to give you another place to search. Pet breeders have sometimes gone through animal husbandry courses to give them a better idea on the industry. Agriculture companies will want high quality animals, which is why many will work with equine breeders to give them an animal that they know is healthy. Kennels will often take in lost animals and will give them up for adoption if their owners have not claimed them within a certain period of time. If you want to have a good selection to choose from, finding a pet breeder that is only beginning to sell a group of puppies or kittens will give you as many choices as possible. You will need to ask if they have had any shots, been spayed or neutered, and the proper care you will need as they grow older. They will need to be of a certain age before separating from their mother, so ensure that they’re old enough to come home with you.
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