The main quest of searching a responsible breeder starts after deciding that you really want to own a puppy from breeder.
Use your network in finding the best breeder.
Send out emails to your acquaintances and friends, or call them to find out about different breeders.
Of course, it goes without saying that these contacts should be dog owners who have purchased dogs from breeders.
Prepare a list of breeders suggested by your acquaintances.
Call and ask them all the questions which come to your mind.
Also, be ready to answer questions asked by the breeders.
It may include some personal questions such as people living with you, your working hours, kind of guests, about your home, how much time you can spend with dog and the likes.
These questions show that breeder is a responsible one and wants the best for the puppy or dog.
If you do not find breeders asking such questions, then think of another breeder.
Other questions you need to ask from the breeder are about lifetime or yearly warranty and guarantee of the life of the puppy.
If they can take back the dog or puppy from their breeding lines.
Also, find out whether the breeder is associated with any rescue centers.
Take the answer in good way if they say yes to this question.
If you want to own a dog, then find whether the breed you are interested has any health problems.
There are some breeds that suffer from hip or vision problems.
If the breeder is responsible, he will have all the necessary certificates to prove that there is nothing wrong with the dog.
When you think you have selected the best breeder and fully satisfied with his answers, then you know that the breeder is really worried about the dog's well being rather than the money.
This is a sure sign of a responsible breeder.
Chose the best puppy from the breed he has.
The puppy should not have any genetic disorder and also have a loving personality and demeanor.