so im spending 450 on her and the contract states once the puppy leaves thier house any health conditions that happen is not thier fault? and she's cheaper because she has a herniated belly button, she took them to the vet and they checked out fine! the pups health is fine she has to be fixed because of her blly button. but is it normal for the contract not to have a year or 6mnth agrreement of health? thanks for you knowlagable answers!
2007-02-04 14:36:38 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
what is ofa?
2007-02-04 16:53:24 · update #1
DO NOT BUY THE PUP! YOu are signing a disclaimer that basically means if your pup dies the next day from a problem they didn't tell you about you dont get your money back. Go to puppyfind.com and research breeders. Youll know its a good breeder if they A. Have a year health guarentee or B. Spay/Neuter contract or a Return only contract. There are a lot more questions to ask them and you can email me if you need help
2007-02-04 15:03:45 · answer #1 · answered by charlie2182 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
The answer you'll probably be getting it "There is no responsible BYB." Of course, I know that isn't what you're asking.. but my answer would still probably be no. Even if they tried to be as responsible as they could about it, it would be very difficult to justify to myself.. And I know it's not the fault of the pups, but I also know that they're more likely to get homes than any dogs in a shelter. People love fresh new puppies, and there are so many people who just don't think about the amount of dogs euthanized every year. That means that those puppies have a MUCH better chance of getting a good home with or without me, so I might as well give a home to a dog who has a worse situation. I only say probably because I can't determine what I'll do in the future. If I fall in love with some puppy and it was the result of some accidental pregnancy, I can't definitely say I wouldn't. However.. not if the person intentionally bred them..
2016-05-24 10:25:29 · answer #2 · answered by Tamisha 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
$450 for a pup that already has a health problem? That right there sends a flag up to me unless the breeder actually spent that much to get her fixed, shots and to have the vet do something to help with the hernia. Reputable breeders/Good breeders alway do health checks on their dogs before they breed and to my knowledge they also have a health guarentee in the contract for I believe it is 6 months, they just usually put in there (or my dad did) that it would only cover things that could be genetically wrong. Like he wouldn't cover Parvo just because it would be the owners responsibility to make sure shots were complete, stuff like that. But genetic problems should be covered but since the pup already has a problem they probably expect possibly more problems with her and don't want to be held liable. I have had AKC registered Pugs before (then realized I am allergic) they came with guarentees and I paid $400 for them and they were healthy. You might want to ask about the health of mom and dad.
2007-02-04 14:45:10 · answer #3 · answered by momof3boys 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would be VERY, VERY LEARY OF THIS SITUTION!!!!!!
While I have German Shepherds myself, all the good breeders (these are almost always the top kennels) ALMOST ALWAYS HAVE AT LEAST A 2 YEAR GUARANTEE ON ANY PUPPY THEY SELL!!!
The other thing that I would check out on the AKC web site, is the pug breed itself. The web page can tell you the kinds of problems that affect that particular breed. Do LOTS OF RESEARCH ON ALLTHE PARTICULAR PROBLEMS of this breed and see if there are any tests that might fortell the existance of these particular problems and what can be done to alieviate these problems beforehand.
I think you are smart to listen to your gut instinct and do't spend your hard earned money on a puppy that might, in the future, have health prolems.
Another thing that I personally like to see are the parents. Then you get to see their personality. Also, I wold want to see the area where the puppies are raised. I would be VERY, VERY SUSPICIOUS if they didn't let you see where the puppies are raised.
Also ask to see the AKC paperwork on the parents. You need to see the actual paperwork. See if there are any complaints against these particular people. I would talk to area vets and the local dog pound. l woul also ask for references from current owners and phone numbers to see what they have to say about this person and any problems they have had with their particular puppy/dog.
Also the people that you are getting this puppy from should have already taken the puppy to the vet for the first set of shots and had them dewormed ( if necessary) Mkae sur that any paperwork is current and up to date. You also need to know when the puppies next dates for his/her shots are due.
Hope this is some help.
2007-02-04 15:29:34 · answer #4 · answered by Su-Nami 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A breeder who wishes to be entirely free of responsibilities of a puppy as soon as you take it is NOT a reputable breeder.
I would ask more questions before buying from this breeder. Research this breed and find out what kind of genetic issues may be common and ask if this breeder tests for these. All breeding dogs should at least have OFA clearances as well. If not, find a breeder who actually invests the money in their litter to ensure healthy pups. Anything less is a backyard breeder, looking to make a fast buck.
2007-02-04 16:09:32 · answer #5 · answered by Shadow's Melon 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A good breeder will let you return a dog at ANY time. I would stay away from this, or at least have the pup seen by a vet before purchasing it. It is not really normal for a contract to say they arent responsible for the health of the dog after it leaves the house. It would normally at least provide for if the dog had a pre-existing condition.
2007-02-04 14:51:05 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Sounds hinky to me.
Maybe pass on the cheap pug because she might cost you a fortune in vet bills or have something wrong with her that they are not telling you. Check to see if your state has a PET LEMON LAW and don't sign any agreements about her health.
P.S.
AKC don't require the breeder to sell quality puppies just to have the dogs registered which means the AKC got their filing fees.
Nothing more nothing less.
2007-02-04 14:45:55 · answer #7 · answered by Dragonfry 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Normally a *good* breeder will give you a few days to get a pup to *your* vet to get checked out. Seeing as how the breeder you're buying your pup from won;t even give you that courtesy, I's give that breeder a wide berth and search around for someone more reputable.
2007-02-04 14:57:50 · answer #8 · answered by emcentee 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You at least need the opportunity to take the dog to the vet for a "well puppy" check up...say 24 or 48 hrs. It's like having a kid...anything can happen but you need to at least start out with a healthy animal.
2007-02-04 14:45:53 · answer #9 · answered by Jo 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i would ask why this is in the contract. i would tell them that you would be taking the puppy to your vet to be check before you will sign the contract. if you are not happy with the contract then find another breeder.
2007-02-04 14:43:32 · answer #10 · answered by Skyhoss 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋