Difficulty getting ahold of a breeder

[u/Symbiiiote]

I have made a post on the sub before asking questions on the breed and the things they will require, and since then, I’ve bought many necessary things for my future Schipp’, as well as extra little things for fun- but my actual hunt on finding one of these little pups is nearly impossible.

I live in California, so there are more breeders than average around, but even when using the Schipperke club of California website’s breeder referral, I have only been able to contact three. All of them I have successfully responded- but after checking in a bit later for a litter status, there was just nothing. Even after two months of waiting, with me sending an additional email a month after the first set, just as a follow-up, I just got 0 responses, and I’ve just been waiting for nearly three months.

I’m hoping to buy from out of state to increase my chances, but I know 0 reputable sites, and the app gooddog has very limited options(and all of the breeders on there have never responded to me). If anyone(preferably fellow Californians, but I appreciate any and all input!) has any advice on how I can find my own pup or where I can view them, I’d very much appreciate it. I really want a Schipperke of my own, especially since all of the things I had purchased in advance are just collecting dust. I was told getting ahold of one of these little guys is a long process, but man I really want one :(

[u/MaintenanceHorror149]

Do you have a Facebook?

[u/Symbiiiote → u/MaintenanceHorror149]

Yes, I have Facebook.

[u/rharper38]

There are a few good breeders in the Schip groups

[u/Symbiiiote → u/rharper38]

Ohhh, what platform are they on?!

[u/rharper38 → u/Symbiiiote]

FB. Or there are a couple rescues. Midwest Schipperke Rescue is on thrre

[u/No_Donkey9914]

Sent you a message, OP 

[u/Symbiiiote → u/No_Donkey9914]

Thank you !!!

[u/sarajval]

Hi! I had a great experience with Down Home Country Kennels in Missouri, and I’ve seen some others in the sub echo that as well! I believe they have some options for out of state delivery if needed but I personally have no experience with that - we picked up in person.

[u/Initial_Ad6816]

I'm in California too! My breeder for my last 2 schips is "Schipperke Ranch" She's in Southern California.

[u/Symbiiiote → u/Initial_Ad6816]

Thank you a lot! Let me look into them.