Prevention
What to check in a puppy's European passport
Identification number, microchip, vaccinations, vet details: what must be there, what must not.
ReadWarning Signs in the Puppy's Passport
Erased data, illegible stamps, missing microchip: how to recognize manipulated documents.
ReadWhy the microchip is so important
Unique identification of the puppy: what to check before and during delivery.
ReadDocumented vaccinations and treatments: what is needed
Vaccination schedule, deworming, antiparasitics, rabies: what should be recorded in the booklet.
ReadWhen can a puppy enter Switzerland?
Minimum 15 weeks: rabies vaccination, 21-day waiting period, and commercial import.
ReadHow to protect yourself from puppy scams
Video call, microchip reading, environment check: the checklist before deciding.
ReadHow to spot disreputable puppy trade
Warning signs that, together, indicate a non-transparent trade.
ReadDoes a puppy's country of origin really matter?
It's not the country that makes the difference: people, structure, documents, and traceability are what count.
ReadWhy the Mother is Not Always Present
At 15 weeks it's normal: socialization, independence, and mother's recovery.
ReadResponsible puppy purchase in Switzerland · Maltipoo and Poodle: differences and traits · French Bulldog: health, breathing and responsible selection · Dachshund and Kaninchen Dachshund: what to know before choosing · Pedigrees and international registrations · Swiss regulations, AMICUS registration, Maltese dog registry and equivalent European registries · Vaccinations and health documentation · Importing and customs clearance for puppies · Common mistakes and red flags when buying · Development, nutrition and socialization