i have seen some lovely puppies but they do not have the mother viewable but the mother and the breeder sound very nice. Can you help me please?

It is NOT normal to see a litter of puppies without the mother unless there is a VERY good reason. Puppies by themselves are usually the product of a 'puppy farm' and have just been shipped in for sale. The normal advise is not to buy :)

I'm sure that someone more experienced will be replying soon to confirm this :)

Daisy

If the mother isn't viewable walk away immediately.

It's vital that you meet her, with the pups, to see what temperament the pups are likely to have inherited.

Don't buy unless the mother is visible.  I recomend you contact the breed club and get their advice about this breeder also. Buy from a breed club member or one they can verify is above board.