What to look for when buying a puppy: When it comes time to buy a puppy, remember the old saying, “you get what you pay for.” Get a quality bred dog with a good pedigree, look for past champions, hunt test qualifiers etc. Be sure to ask breeders if eyes and hips are certified and ask about any other guarantees that may come with the dog. Nothing is ever certain in life but you will eliminate many potential problems by getting a quality bred dog. Though you will pay more for a dog like this, it will pay you dividends down the road in trainability and desire to work (this is one of those life experiences I learned the hard way).