...would you take their word for it & look for a more fitting breed, or go to another breeder till you found one willing to take your money & let you take your chances?
2006-12-31 11:32:55 · 23 answers · asked by mustanglynnie 5 in Pets ➔ Dogs
If you have ever done this, did you find out the breeder was right? Did you keep the dog it's whole life, or get rid of it?
2006-12-31 11:40:43 · update #1
As a breeder that has done that, I can tell you it is SOOOO funny when other breeders call and tell you that the SAME person called them for a puppy!!! They say maybe the should do more research....but they run right off to another breeder. One MORON who wanted to pay for a PET, but wanted to breed it ( and I told him to take a HIKE), he mailed me a few weeks later and gloated about how he got a dog. LMAO!! It was from the paper, and had a ton of health problems...but they would never admit you were right!!!
MANY people seem to theink it is a RIGHT for them to buy a puppy, and you cannot tell them to get lost!!! They really think that!! I had a guy tell me he was going to sue me because I refused to sell him a pup!!! Like there is a LAW that was violated!!!!
2006-12-31 11:52:13 · answer #1 · answered by ARE YOUR NEWFS GELLIN'? 7 · 7⤊ 2⤋
I've never bought a dog from a breeder, but if I approached one and was turned down, I would most definitely ask why. I would want to know if it was my lifestyle that didn't fit with the needs of the breed, or if the rejection was more personal. I would then do more research and yes contact another breeder for another opinion. If that one says the same thing, then I will reassess whether that's the breed for me.
For example, lets say that I wanted a Tibetan Terrier, and a breeder says no because they can't be left alone for more than four hours, and so they wouldn't suit my lifestyle (I have no idea if this is true, it's just an example).
Well, because I've had dogs that are just fine being alone for more than four hours, I would do more research about this, and I would contact another breeder. Basically, I would try to find out if THAT breeder didn't want her Tibetan Terriers to be in a household where they were alone for four hours, or if the breed as a whole really doesn't do well in such a lifestyle.
If it turns out that the breed is not right for my lifestyle, I would have no problems reassessing that breed. But I wouldn't base the decision to NOT get a particular breed based on what one person tells me.
2007-01-02 16:49:54 · answer #2 · answered by Pink Denial 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Assuming the breeder had an excellent reputation, I would ask what it was about me that didn't work for the breed. Then I would ask for suggestions for another breed and ask for a recommended breeder.
Trying other reputable local breeders might not get you a pup.
Here's a true story for you:
A fellow tried to buy a pup from a breeder I know . When she turned him down and told him why, he went to a breeder about 35 miles away. Then he called my breeder to tell her he had found a pup and "so there" kind of thing.
He didn't have a contact on the dog and had misled the other breeder about the things which made his home inappropriate for a hunting dog. Breeder #2 called breeder #1 and said he had an inquiry about a pup and asked why had she turned the guy down.
Breeder #1 explained why she said no, breeder #2 agreed and the guy was (again) without a pup. He tried a third breeder a week later and was turned down----all of the breeders are in the same breed club! LOL They had talked about this guy over coffee at a club outing.
My advice: ask why you were rejected and see if it makes sense. If it does, research another breed.
Best wishes
2006-12-31 20:42:42 · answer #3 · answered by bookmom 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Only if I knew they were absolutely wrong would I have wanted to know exactly why they thought i was not a good candidate for their puppy.Regardless of whether I bought a dog from them or not.I have asked too many questions before and been turned down by a person it turned out I would have never bought from them after all.The people were not what they claimed to be and their puppies were definitely "NOT" what I ever wanted in a puppy.Turns out the Breeder had a lot to hide and I was a threat to them and their practices.They could not produce Pedigree,Both parents,and they were brokering puppies they didn't even raise in the first place.Needless to say I was their worst night mareThey were false advertising,selling puppies they did not raise.God knows what else.Oh well research your pups and be sure the Breeder is on the up and up.This one could or not had your best interest at heart.Be well informed about what you want and can take care of and the kind of Breeder you would prefer.Know the right questions to ask etc shots,wormed,vet checked all with writen proof .Written simple warranty and a good start in life ,weaned at least 8-10 weeks.Take a good look at the parents and siblings if possible,that will be a good indication of how your pup will look and behave.Good Luck and God Bless.
2006-12-31 20:29:04 · answer #4 · answered by mcnatt c 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would listen to the breeder. A responsible breeder knows their breed and knows what is a good fit and what isn't. I would however ask them why they felt you wouldn't be a good fit for the breed at this time..it may be something that could change down the road or it may be a permanent something.
It is a sign of responsability and true care about the breed and the puppies produced for a breeder to be honest instead of just taking your money and giving you a puppy.
When buying a puppy the customer is NOT always right. Puppies are living, breathing creatures with feelings and specific needs. It is a breeders responsability to place all puppies produced in the best possible, most suitable home . Puppies aren't furniture or cars.
2006-12-31 19:42:06 · answer #5 · answered by Great Dane Lover 7 · 6⤊ 1⤋
Well, *I* would go someplace else, but then I would already know the breed, and probably some breeders, and if it were a good fit before I went looking for a pup. Probably never be a problem, I get offered pups of other breeds regularily, I just don't want them. Someone tried to pawn off a show Bouvier pup recently. UGH!!! NO THANK YOU!
I wouldn't want a pup from a breeder who ISN"T grilling potential owners. If they will hand one over to anyone with a checkbook, I would move on!
I have no doubt that most pet buyers will just go someplace else as well, even if it really is a wrong choice for them and they have not researched the breed.
Vino - Buying one of my puppies isn't a RIGHT! I don't have to sell a pup to anyone I don't want to, and I do turn people down. My breed is not easy to place (nor popular, thank God!)
2006-12-31 20:38:14 · answer #6 · answered by whpptwmn 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Find another breed. If the breeder told you that you were not right for the breed, then they are probably reputable and you should trust their opinion. Any breeder that will just sell a puppy because you had the money is not a breeder that you would want to buy from, unless you like sickly dogs with high vet bills.
2006-12-31 19:38:02 · answer #7 · answered by iluvmyfrenchbulldogs 6 · 5⤊ 1⤋
That would depend on if I did the research on the breed. If I did and felt like the breed was a good match for me, my family and lifestyle then I would go to another breeder. If not I would do the research and find a breed that was appropriate for me. It is important to research breeds before buying. There are more than enough unwanted pets.
2006-12-31 19:52:05 · answer #8 · answered by muttsrbest 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would ask the breeder why he/she thought that, and take what they said into consideration. They must have had a reason. But if their reason is wrong, you can explain to them why they're wrong. For example - if you're a young couple and they assumed you'd have a baby soon, and they don't think this breed would be good with babies -- but if you know you won't have any kids, then the breeder was wrong about you --- you know what I mean? Find out why they didn't think you were a good fit and take it into consideration.
2006-12-31 19:39:55 · answer #9 · answered by Laura C 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I would listen to the breeder. My dog had puppies about 3 monthes ago and I was very particular as to who they went to. The breeder typically knows the breed. For instance I have a golden retriever. I would never have sold one of the puppies to someone who lived in an apartment.
2006-12-31 22:10:16 · answer #10 · answered by beth l 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋