Due to the latest "newsflash" you posted (only the dogs OFA certified, no DNA on breeder #1), I would continue my search and not purchase from either breeder. :no:
Especially if these are GSDs you are looking at you really need to have PROOF that both the sire and dam and even some other relations of the litter you are interested in have OFA certified hips AND elbows AS WELL AS have current CERF exams. Having test results for vWD and thyroid panels is also prefered. Of course, both the dog and b*tch should have been at least two years of age before breeding. With your pup you need a solid guarantee letting you know what the breeder will do should your puppy come down with something contagious when you get him or her or should something hereditary pop up even years later. Keep in mind that most responsible breeders will also take their puppies back for life and include this in their contracts.
I say keep looking and definitely avoid falling for the puppy who may catch your eye, but who will probably also break your heart one day as the product of an irresponsible breeder.
Be sure to check out http://www.gsdca.org/ if I'm correct in thinking you are looking at GSDs. If you may consider a rescued dog, always check http://www.petfinder.com
Good luck!
Especially if these are GSDs you are looking at you really need to have PROOF that both the sire and dam and even some other relations of the litter you are interested in have OFA certified hips AND elbows AS WELL AS have current CERF exams. Having test results for vWD and thyroid panels is also prefered. Of course, both the dog and b*tch should have been at least two years of age before breeding. With your pup you need a solid guarantee letting you know what the breeder will do should your puppy come down with something contagious when you get him or her or should something hereditary pop up even years later. Keep in mind that most responsible breeders will also take their puppies back for life and include this in their contracts.
I say keep looking and definitely avoid falling for the puppy who may catch your eye, but who will probably also break your heart one day as the product of an irresponsible breeder.
Be sure to check out http://www.gsdca.org/ if I'm correct in thinking you are looking at GSDs. If you may consider a rescued dog, always check http://www.petfinder.com
Good luck!