August 2023
How to Find a Reputable Veldtspitz Breeder in the UK
The rarity of the Veldtspitz means that finding a puppy is not a matter of searching local listings. It requires patience, research, and contact with the breed's small but dedicated community of UK owners and breeders.
Start With the Club Register
The Veldtspitz Club UK maintains a breeder register of members who meet the Club's welfare and breeding standards. This is your best starting point. Registered breeders are committed to health testing, appropriate dietary education for new owners, and lifetime support.
Health Tests to Expect
Reputable breeders will have conducted the following on breeding stock:
- Hip and elbow scoring
- Eye examination by a BVA panellist
- DNA testing for the fructo-amylase deficiency variant (to confirm carrier status — all Veldtspitz carry this variant)
Questions to Ask a Breeder
- Can you visit the litter and meet the mother before committing?
- What dietary guidance will they provide? (Any breeder unfamiliar with the fructo-amylase deficiency is a concern.)
- Are they a Club member?
- Will they offer lifetime support and take the dog back if circumstances change?
Expected Waiting Times
Given the small number of litters born annually in the UK (typically 3–5 per year total), waiting lists of 12–18 months are common. This is not a dog you can impulse-buy — and the community is small enough that breeders are selective about placements.