I want to screem. I need to answer her but I think I need to take some time to think carefully what to say. Puppy is too young, she was born in June of 2006 and she will have puppies in May (end of May). I breed my female when she was 26 months old. Oh, I just don't know what to tell her. Please help. I feel responsible too.
2007-05-07 18:01:30 · 19 answers · asked by NERA 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
tell her immediately, and just tell her the facts - her dog is too young to breed and it could cause multiple complications and even death because she is not fully developed.
suggest that she might want to take it to a vet to have her spayed within the first couple of weeks of pregnancy, or at least to have a full checkup.
also, let her be aware of the multiple problems that can happen in birth and how she is risking her dogs life because she isnt aware of them.
be responsible and tell her immediately.
also, responsible breeders have their dogs spayed before selling them - why arent you?
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2007-05-07 18:28:27 · answer #1 · answered by raspberryswirrrl 6 · 2⤊ 4⤋
If you did not have a written agreement with this person when you placed the pup with her, you ARE just as responsible. Pup should've gone on Limited Reg with a spay/neuter clause (papers held until proof from a vet that she has been spayed) or with a strict agreement that she would not be used for breeding until the age of 2 and ALL health testing was done and came back with favorable results. With the clause "if any portion of this agreement is broken, breeder has the right to reclaim the dog and any paperwork pertaining to said dog, owing the initial buyer NOTHING, and buyer having no further claims to the dog or against the breeder!"
If it is a mixed breed, it should've been fixed before it was placed.
As far as what to say to her, most you can do at this point is let her know the risks, the possibility of complications, what this is doing to that poor puppy. You produced that puppy, it is your responsibility to help her through this. Responsibility doesn't end when they go out the door.
2007-05-08 00:23:48 · answer #2 · answered by Pam 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Did you have a contract with this person? How could she be so careless. Yes, the puppy is much too young. I hope at least she has been giving her prenatal care. If your dogs are registered with AKC you can sell a dog with a limited registration, meaning a dog must be spayed or neutered before they get the papers. One may have so much fun still showing in obedience & agility all kinds of things.
As far as what to say to her, take a deep breath and asked her if it was an accedent if so how did it happen and explain to her that she is still a puppy herself and if she really cares about her dog she might concider having her spayed after the pups are weaned, so this doesn't happen again. I like you got sick when I read your question. I just feel so badly for the pup having puppies. Do ask her if she has been giving her prenatal supplements this is a must. The calmer you are with her the more she'll listen to you. Good luck....
2007-05-07 18:31:49 · answer #3 · answered by SureKat 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
When I placed my toy poodles in new homes (only 2), they both understood that they were to be neutered at 6 months or they would come back to me. I put that in a contract that I had an attorney look over. I also had my momma dog spayed after that litter. I know it's hard when you think you've found the right home & then they act irresponsible but short of legally taking her back, what can you do? Do they know that to AKC register the pups, both parents have to be over 1 year? And, do they understand this could cause some serious problems for the mom & babies? I wish there were more you could do.
Unlike a lot of the responses you've gotten, I don't think it's your fault but I also understand why you think it is. I bred mine because I wanted to continue her bloodline & 2 very lonely ladies needed a buddy. I'm guessing you won't be selling any more puppies without making some changes.
2007-05-07 18:31:57 · answer #4 · answered by Deb 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I'm not sure if I see you as being responsible but I do think that next time you breed your own dog, each puppy should come with a puppy contract (that states that they may or may not be used for breeding and have to be spayed/neutered by a certain age if not being used for breeding). I think thats the way you can be responsible. Does this lady want something from you, or just to tell you? I would say to her that you're surprised she's being bred so young and that you hope the puppies are happy and healthy. I think now that its her dog, theres not much you can do about this one, just remember this for the future.
I just got my pup (3 weeks ago) and I signed a contract that I would get my pup neutered by 6 months of age (he's 9 weeks now). Now I was planning on doing it anyways but it made me feel good to know that the breeder cared so much about the breed as well as my own pup.
2007-05-07 18:19:16 · answer #5 · answered by ~Samantha~ 2 · 4⤊ 1⤋
ok....all this "your responsible" crap is getting on my nerves...especially from the so called "vet" and so called "breeders" that responded to this that should KNOW better, that many many many vets now say a PUPPY is TOO young to fix, and should wait at least until it is 6mo old to have fixed. What exactly is a "responsible" breeder supposed to do...no longer adopt out puppies under 6 months???? There is ALOT of research supporting that a puppy should not be fixed until this time. So before everyone jumps on someone they need all the facts.
As far as what to say to this person....I do agree with the others. It's too bad for the dog, and certainly too bad for the puppies...they are the loosers in this. Hopefully there was a contract involved, if there was I would remind her of it for sure. I would also be frank with her as to what having a litter so young can do to a female. I am guessing she is maybe contacting you for help placing the puppies???? Boy that would be the icing on the cake wouldn't it? Well, I really don't know what to tell you on this one either. The one that is at fault is the owner of this dog, period. Wish I could help more.
2007-05-07 18:58:41 · answer #6 · answered by Onyx Ninja 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
As the breeder, YOU are responsible for this. You should have made her sign a spay/neuter agreement promising to spay the dog by the time she is 6 months old. That is way too young. It's up to you what you want to do/say.
2007-05-07 21:28:36 · answer #7 · answered by Elena 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That is why I make people sign a contract or the dog comes back to me.
People are not always honest. I wait 18 months. My Chinese Crested first litter was at 5 1/2 years old. Champion parents
Julie
2007-05-07 19:51:56 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
That's right. You are responsible, but you should have been responsible 10 1/2 months ago to ensure that your puppy was given to a responsible owner. I only have sympathy for the puppy who is going to contribute more unnecessary litters into this already overpopulated world.
On the other hand, do you have any legal ownership over this puppy? Was there a breach of contract (did your contract require the lady to spay this puppy)? If so, find a lawyer and proceed. If not, I hope a lesson has been learned.
2007-05-07 18:08:47 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 2⤋
Im sorry but you are responsible why did you not insist on a spay and neuter contract as a breeder or are you one of those backyard breeders ? You should have insisted that this
woman sign a spay and neuter contract now you are responsible for finding homes for these pups . it is both of your faults.
2007-05-08 01:35:36 · answer #10 · answered by Kate T. 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
no they haven't develop yet a 3 month is like a 4 year old
2016-05-18 00:17:28 · answer #11 · answered by mari 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋