She claims that the puppy died of Parvo. But the strain she says he had takes 14 days to show up. She had him for 20 days, then claims she took it to the vet because he was sick. She also said it had severe case of worms. Now she wants to keep the puppy, get a full refund AND pay 1/2 her vet bill!
Am I liable? I have the gaurantee in writing. Every other person who took a pup from that litter has called to tell me how perfect & Healthy their pup is. One family even said their vet was shocked that a pup under 4 months had NO worms. If no other pup or Mom has parvo and I have 5 other dogs that also don't have parvo, could that one have gotten it before leaving me? Could 1 pup have "a severe case of worms" but no others? She also said it was flea infested, no others were. So, do I owe her anything?
I'm calling her vet tomorrow & mine who examined mom & pups at 2 days old.
2006-07-24 14:26:35 · 16 answers · asked by L 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
SHE WANTS TO KEEP THE PUP SO I CAN'T HAVE AN AUTOPSY. THE "5 DAY RULE" IS THAT THEY HAVE TO GET IT EXAMINED BY THEIR VET & HAVE ALL SHOTS NEEDED WITHIN 5 DAYS OF TAKING IT HOME! IF THE VET FINDS A PROBLEM I GIVE THE REFUND OR ANOTHER PUP.
2006-07-24 16:11:22 · update #1
It appears that she didn't update the shots after she got the puppy and once it got sick & died she wants to blame it on you and guilt you into paying the bills. Don't give in!
2006-07-25 08:07:27 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
No.
She signed the five-day guarantee and was aware of it, and she would have to prove that you sold her the pup with the parvo and worms. If the pup was with the others and had parvo, the other dogs would have gotten it as well (my understanding is that parvo is highly contagious for dogs). And the worms as well - if one pup had worms, others would have come down with them as well. It only seems logical.
I would have your documentation from your vet stating that the exam at 2 days old was a clean bill of health, and inform her about the state of the other pups. If she has no other dogs and no way for the dog to get worms, and then have proof beyond a reasonable doubt that you gave her the pup with the parvo and worms, do as she says. But something smells funny in the puppy kennel. . .
2006-07-24 14:36:17 · answer #2 · answered by volleyballchick (cowards block) 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Find out if she has any other animals, or if she had the dog in contact with anyone else's. Doubtful the dog got the worms or the parvo in the time that you had it. If the dog had gotten parvo all the other puppies and the mother would have too. We had a dog die from parvo when it wasn't even in contact with other animals. Someone came over that their dog had died of parvo and they had dog feces on their shoe (without knowing it), and our dog got it just from that. Very likely the puppy got all of this while in her care. I would go see what kind of situation she's got the puppy living in, I'd fear the puppy is not in a good home with her.
2006-07-24 14:34:41 · answer #3 · answered by Laura 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with the others. You don't owe her a thing. You've got your guarantee and your vet exam to back you up. It also seems that you are selling healthy puppies to appreciative new owners who will take good care of their pups. I think that gal doesn't deserve a puppy and if you have your doubts don't be afraid to talk to the humane society. If she keeps bothering you just call the police and report her for harassment. If she threatens a lawsuit just tell her go ahead and sue. When that happens just countersue for all court costs, attorney fees, etc.. etc.. Hope this helps.
2006-07-24 14:41:50 · answer #4 · answered by celticcatamount 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Parvo and worms can be on the buyer's land. Parvo I believe stays in the ground for 7 years, and fleas carry worm eggs. There is no reason to believe that you sold her a sick dog. If she takes you to court, I think you will win. Get written statements from your other buyers, just in case.
2006-07-24 14:31:24 · answer #5 · answered by The Apple Chick 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would keep all your records for your defense and wait till she takes you to court. I would also hope that you have papers from a vet on the same dog that died of parvo dated previously to selling the pup showing the dog was in good health. If not, then waiting till you are summoned to court would force her to show documentation abou her claims. and the judge would answer you question... good luck
2006-07-24 14:33:26 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. You have in writing 5 days, so your OK. If I buy something with a 30 day money back gaurentee, but try to cash in after 3 months, Im out of luck. I seriously doubt your pup was sick before it left you, but even if it was....your covered. You don't owe her anything.
2006-07-24 14:31:15 · answer #7 · answered by cognitively_dislocated 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like the pup got Parvo while in her care. And she is just exagerating about the worms and fleas cuz she's angry.
I would say you don't owe her anything.
2006-07-24 14:31:59 · answer #8 · answered by moonbaby279 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No you're not. However, you are going to need some kind of proof (primary literature or veteranary testimony) when she takes you to court. Even if it's small claims court, written statements from the vets will not do, you'll need to bring them in to testify and be questioned.
I am confused though, she wants to keep the puppy that died?
2006-07-24 14:33:16 · answer #9 · answered by mom2babycolin 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like you have nothign to worry about. tell her if she wants all that she will have to prove it in court. and remind her that you have a paper with her signature on it stating a 5 day grace. also ask the ppl who bought your other pups if they would be willing to testify to help you out. if none of their pups have worms, or parvo, then thats all the proof you need
2006-07-24 14:31:08 · answer #10 · answered by MstrChief55 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋