{"id":5033,"date":"2024-06-19T02:43:10","date_gmt":"2024-06-19T10:43:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/?p=5033"},"modified":"2024-08-04T05:35:19","modified_gmt":"2024-08-04T13:35:19","slug":"should-you-get-a-puppy-what-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/should-you-get-a-puppy-what-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Should You Get a Puppy? What You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"yoast-breadcrumbs\"><span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/\">Magazine<\/a><\/span> \u00bb <span><a href=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/category\/finding-a-puppy\/\">Finding Your Perfect Puppy<\/a><\/span> \u00bb <span class=\"breadcrumb_last\" aria-current=\"page\"><strong>Should You Get a Puppy? What You Need to Know<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"yoast-reading-time__wrapper\"><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-icon=\"clock\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-0.1em\" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M12 8v4l3 3m6-3a9 9 0 11-18 0 9 9 0 0118 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__spacer\" style=\"display:inline-block;width:1em\"><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__descriptive-text\">Estimated reading time:  <\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__reading-time\">3<\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__time-unit\"> minutes<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-is-a-puppy-right-for-me\" data-level=\"2\">Is a Puppy Right for Me?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-getting-a-puppy-checklist\" data-level=\"2\">Getting a Puppy Checklist<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-should-you-get-a-puppy\" data-level=\"2\">Should You Get a Puppy?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-how-to-choose-a-responsible-breeder\" data-level=\"2\">How to Choose a Responsible Breeder<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Bringing a new baby pet into shared space is a major event. However, before taking the plunge, it\u2019s essential to understand the responsibilities involved. So, this guide can help you decide, &#8220;Should you get a puppy?&#8221;.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"570\" src=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/ai-generated-animal-golden-retriever-8601608-1024x570.jpg\" alt=\"ai generated, animal, golden retriever-8601608.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-5039\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/ai-generated-animal-golden-retriever-8601608-1024x570.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/ai-generated-animal-golden-retriever-8601608-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/ai-generated-animal-golden-retriever-8601608-768x428.jpg 768w, https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/ai-generated-animal-golden-retriever-8601608.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-is-a-puppy-right-for-me\">Is a Puppy Right for Me?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Puppies are cute, but they cost you large amounts of time and effort. You need to assess your lifestyle circumstances first. Do you have time to walk the new little one every day and train it, and a circle walking it or socializing with other dogs in the vicinity as well? Puppy care is a full time job, so check to see if your home is a safe and comfortable place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-getting-a-puppy-checklist\">Getting a Puppy Checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Time Commitment<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Puppies take up a lot of time. They need to be <a href=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/puppy-feeding-schedule-how-often-and-what-to-give-a-puppy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">fed<\/a>, exercised and <a href=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/fun-puppy-training-making-learning-enjoyable\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">trained<\/a> regularly. You must prepare to spend several hours a day with your new pet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Financial Responsibility<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Keeping a puppy is expensive. Things you need to keep in mind include not just the cost of food, toys, grooming and medical attention but also such unexpected costs as veterinary bills. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Read more: <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/costs-of-owning-a-puppy-understand-your-expenses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Understanding the Costs of Owning a Puppy<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Training and Socialization<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Proper <a href=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/fun-puppy-training-making-learning-enjoyable\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">training<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/how-to-socialize-my-puppy-with-other-dogs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">socialization<\/a> are essential. Start training your pup as soon as you bring one home. Let it socialize with other dogs and people so that it will grow up well-balanced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Supplies<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Before your new puppy arrives on the scene, prepare the essential gear. This includes a kennel, <a href=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/creating-a-safe-and-comfortable-sleeping-area-for-your-puppy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bed<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/the-best-supplements-for-your-puppys-growth-and-development\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">food<\/a> and water bowls, and <a href=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/safe-chew-toys-for-a-puppy-a-guide-to-choosing-the-best-options\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">toys<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, <a href=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/puppies-for-sale-in-usa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PuppyFinder.com<\/a> provides a <a href=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog-breed-selector\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Breed Selector<\/a> tool to help you pick the right puppy for your lifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/eurasier-dog-canine-8600925-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"eurasier, dog, canine-8600925.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-5040\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/eurasier-dog-canine-8600925-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/eurasier-dog-canine-8600925-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/eurasier-dog-canine-8600925-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/eurasier-dog-canine-8600925.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-should-you-get-a-puppy\">Should You Get a Puppy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Lifestyle<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Check your daily schedule. Will it be convenient for a modest-sized puppy that sleeps in the box to set up beside you? Distracting the young dog from accidents on the owner&#8217;s coat also requires that his backyard and household training be precise and continuous both from start to finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Long-term Commitment<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Dogs live for many years. Make sure you are ready for this <a href=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/planning-for-the-future-long-term-care-and-commitment-to-your-puppys-well-being\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">long-term investment<\/a>. Consider your future plans and how a dog fits into them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-choose-a-responsible-breeder\">How to Choose a Responsible Breeder<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you decide to get a dog, finding a responsible breeder is an important beginning. <a href=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/puppies-for-sale-in-usa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PuppyFinder.com<\/a> is a perfect source for this. In their listings puppies are guaranteed by reliable breeders. They ensure that your new puppy has been properly cared for and is healthy. Another reliable source of dog-related information is <a href=\"https:\/\/dogtime.com\/puppies\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DogTime.com<\/a>. They have comprehensive guides and tips for pet care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, bringing a pet dog into the home is a happy occasion and carries great dance responsibility. If you take account of your own way of life, and get everything ready for the new puppy to come home, the transition can be very orderly and easy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-post-carousel uagb-post-grid  uagb-post__image-position-top uagb-post__image-enabled uagb-block-4b77840c     uagb-post__arrow-outside uagb-slick-carousel uagb-post__items uagb-post__columns-3 is-carousel uagb-post__columns-tablet-2 uagb-post__columns-mobile-1\" data-total=\"15\" style=\"\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<article class=\"uagb-post__inner-wrap\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='uagb-post__image'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/maltipoo-puppies-for-sale-finding-the-best-match\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"bookmark noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" src=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/maltipoo-shake-relax-1222368-1024x682.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"maltipoo, shake, relax-1222368.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/maltipoo-shake-relax-1222368-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/maltipoo-shake-relax-1222368-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/maltipoo-shake-relax-1222368-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/maltipoo-shake-relax-1222368.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"uagb-post__title uagb-post__text\">\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/maltipoo-puppies-for-sale-finding-the-best-match\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"bookmark noopener noreferrer\">Maltipoo Puppies For Sale: Finding the Best Match<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='uagb-post__text uagb-post-grid-byline'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<time datetime=\"2024-08-07T05:41:04-08:00\" class=\"uagb-post__date\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"dashicons-calendar dashicons\"><\/span>\t\t\t\t\tAugust 7, 2024\t\t\t\t<\/time>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-post__comment\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"dashicons-admin-comments dashicons\"><\/span>\t\t\t\t\tNo Comments\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='uagb-post__text uagb-post__excerpt'>\n\t\t\t\t\tThis article provides tips on finding Maltipoo puppies for sale and highlights reputable sources to&#8230;\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-post__text uagb-post__cta wp-block-button\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"wp-block-button__link uagb-text-link\" href=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/maltipoo-puppies-for-sale-finding-the-best-match\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"bookmark noopener noreferrer\">Read More<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<article class=\"uagb-post__inner-wrap\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='uagb-post__image'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/bulldog-puppies-for-sale-finding-the-best-match\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"bookmark noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" src=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/puppy-bulldog-dog-4233378-1024x682.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"puppy, bulldog, dog-4233378.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/puppy-bulldog-dog-4233378-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/puppy-bulldog-dog-4233378-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/puppy-bulldog-dog-4233378-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/puppy-bulldog-dog-4233378.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"uagb-post__title uagb-post__text\">\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/bulldog-puppies-for-sale-finding-the-best-match\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"bookmark noopener noreferrer\">Bulldog Puppies For Sale: Finding the Best Match<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='uagb-post__text uagb-post-grid-byline'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<time datetime=\"2024-08-07T05:24:16-08:00\" class=\"uagb-post__date\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"dashicons-calendar dashicons\"><\/span>\t\t\t\t\tAugust 7, 2024\t\t\t\t<\/time>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-post__comment\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"dashicons-admin-comments dashicons\"><\/span>\t\t\t\t\tNo Comments\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='uagb-post__text uagb-post__excerpt'>\n\t\t\t\t\tThis article provides tips on finding Bulldog puppies for sale and highlights reputable sources like&#8230;\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-post__text uagb-post__cta wp-block-button\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"wp-block-button__link uagb-text-link\" href=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/bulldog-puppies-for-sale-finding-the-best-match\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"bookmark noopener noreferrer\">Read More<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<article class=\"uagb-post__inner-wrap\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='uagb-post__image'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/cane-corso-puppies-for-sale-finding-the-best-match\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"bookmark noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"452\" src=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/dog-puppy-animal-428022-1024x723.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"dog, puppy, animal-428022.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/dog-puppy-animal-428022-1024x723.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/dog-puppy-animal-428022-300x212.jpg 300w, https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/dog-puppy-animal-428022-768x542.jpg 768w, https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/dog-puppy-animal-428022.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"uagb-post__title uagb-post__text\">\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/cane-corso-puppies-for-sale-finding-the-best-match\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"bookmark noopener noreferrer\">Cane Corso Puppies For Sale: Finding the Best Match<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='uagb-post__text uagb-post-grid-byline'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<time datetime=\"2024-08-07T05:14:45-08:00\" class=\"uagb-post__date\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"dashicons-calendar dashicons\"><\/span>\t\t\t\t\tAugust 7, 2024\t\t\t\t<\/time>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-post__comment\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"dashicons-admin-comments dashicons\"><\/span>\t\t\t\t\tNo 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Discover tips for buying&#8230;\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-post__text uagb-post__cta wp-block-button\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"wp-block-button__link uagb-text-link\" href=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/cane-corso-puppies-for-sale-finding-the-best-match\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"bookmark noopener noreferrer\">Read More<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<article class=\"uagb-post__inner-wrap\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='uagb-post__image'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/american-bully-puppies-for-sale-finding-the-best-match\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"bookmark noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"497\" src=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/dog-american-bully-domestic-animal-7259323-1024x795.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"dog, american bully, domestic animal-7259323.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/dog-american-bully-domestic-animal-7259323-1024x795.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/dog-american-bully-domestic-animal-7259323-300x233.jpg 300w, https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/dog-american-bully-domestic-animal-7259323-768x596.jpg 768w, https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/dog-american-bully-domestic-animal-7259323.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"uagb-post__title uagb-post__text\">\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/puppyfinder.com\/dog\/american-bully-puppies-for-sale-finding-the-best-match\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"bookmark noopener noreferrer\">American Bully Puppies For Sale: Finding the Best Match<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='uagb-post__text uagb-post-grid-byline'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<time datetime=\"2024-08-07T05:00:26-08:00\" class=\"uagb-post__date\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"dashicons-calendar dashicons\"><\/span>\t\t\t\t\tAugust 7, 2024\t\t\t\t<\/time>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-post__comment\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"dashicons-admin-comments dashicons\"><\/span>\t\t\t\t\tNo Comments\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='uagb-post__text uagb-post__excerpt'>\n\t\t\t\t\tLearn how to find the best American Bully puppies for sale. 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