There are plenty of dog breeders throughout the U.S. and Canada. However, most people will consider going to their local pet store before contacting a breeder. This can cause two problems. First of all, your options will be limited when you visit a pet store. Second of all, you're likely to pay much more. When a breeder sells a dog to a pet store, the pet store must then mark up the price in order to make a profit. Buying directly from the breeder is typically a much more cost effective option. However, the question remains – how do you find breeders?

The best option for finding dog breeders is to check online. Visit a convenient site like www.puppiesandthings.com that lists many breeders and their dogs. If you have a particular breed in mind, it's easy to find them on their search page. Take a look at the dogs that are available in that breed and see which one interests you or makes you excited. You'll then be able to get instant access to information not just about the puppy and their shot history, but on the breeders as well.