Quote Originally Posted by Muddy4paws
I would take her with me to choose. I wouldnt just get one.
fwiw, no good breeder will let you choose the puppy. They choose. They are the ones who have spent weeks with the litter, and will know which would be the best match. That is why your mom needs to be involved throughout the entire process.

Quote Originally Posted by Muddy4paws
the whole of my family including the dog went to the shelter at least 4 times both days over 2 week ends we saw the dog we wanted on the first time we went there
I'm confused. Did you fill out an adoption application?