All the advice about reputable breeders is great - but is not valid in Qatar where there are no animal laws or regulations and the majority (not all) of breeders do it purely for money and will constantly interbreed their animals. There are so many problems with the health and personality of these 'purebreds' that you are probably better off getting a mixed breed from QAWS.
Whatever you do - please do not be tempted to buy from a pet shop - the puppies there may look cute but all have health problems, some of which can be serious or transerable to humans.
If you are seriously looking for a family pet then please come dowm to the QAWS shelter. We currently have 2 GSD mixes (Both 95% pure!!) who are fantastic dogs and are ready to find new families. All our dogs are vaccinated and come with a clean bill of health!!
* And for the record - no breed is standardized. I have a purebred husky and he is quite possibly the laziest dog I have EVER come across and doesn't even bother to play with the other 5 at home! *
All the advice about reputable breeders is great - but is not valid in Qatar where there are no animal laws or regulations and the majority (not all) of breeders do it purely for money and will constantly interbreed their animals. There are so many problems with the health and personality of these 'purebreds' that you are probably better off getting a mixed breed from QAWS.
Whatever you do - please do not be tempted to buy from a pet shop - the puppies there may look cute but all have health problems, some of which can be serious or transerable to humans.
If you are seriously looking for a family pet then please come dowm to the QAWS shelter. We currently have 2 GSD mixes (Both 95% pure!!) who are fantastic dogs and are ready to find new families. All our dogs are vaccinated and come with a clean bill of health!!
* And for the record - no breed is standardized. I have a purebred husky and he is quite possibly the laziest dog I have EVER come across and doesn't even bother to play with the other 5 at home! *