First off,
do some research on the breed you want to see if it is compatible with your lifestyle! Terriers are breed to kill small game. They never really grow up... Think of a perpetual adolescent on a caffeine high. Extremely energetic, and need constant supervision and excersise. The Wire Haired Terrier requires a firm hand to behave, and is best suited for the physically active family.
In short, they will be a handfull until they mature, and then life gets interesting.
Check the local SPCA for RESCUE dog associations. minimal fee and you do the animal world a service. Might not get papered pets, but you do get one that you have a history for.
Also do a search for Breeders... Pretty sure there is one near North Myrtle Beach area. Andif you go with a breeder, check them out. SPCA, and the AKC can inform you what to look for at breeders too, like;
Do the grounds look clean,
Are the parents healthy and friendly,
Have the puppies had their initial vetting, and to see if any breed specific problems have been checked for and certified not to have,
Referrences from past clients, and veteranarians, and most importantly,
will they let you take them to your vet for a second opinion,
Are they Pedigreed? Make sure they are AKC pedigreed only if you are interested in breeding and showing,
The litter should already be registered and papered on site. All you need to do is put in choice of name and the AKC sends you the 'official' papers on your pet...
..this is a lot like finding the right woman when I think about it.
