Backyard breeder didn't care the pup was sick. I did not sign a contract. Told her I would send the money for the hundred that was not eaten by the vet bills. She said no. What should I do? Don't want to give the dog back. She will not take care of it and he is already part of the family.
2007-05-21 09:30:26 · 11 answers · asked by Lele 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
you did nothing wrong ...do not give her any money!!!! just keep documentation from vet in case she is stupid enough to try and take you to court...good luck with the puppy....!!! i adopted a 5 year old cairn terrier from a animal shelter 2 years ago ...that was most certainly abused in many ways and then the abusers asked for her back!!!! How rude and crazy is that!
2007-05-21 09:43:08 · answer #1 · answered by Girl with Kaleidoscope Eyes 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, this is a BYB or puppy mill pup. This is a normal procedure for them. This pup most likey had parvo. You need to know what it died from because if parvo, you can not have another puppy until the house and anything this pup was in contact with is bleached or burned as it will spread the parvo virus. And don't forget about the earth...it also has to be disinfected. All money should be refunded. This puppy was sick BEFOE you picked it up. No way could it have contracted an illness in 2 days then doe from your home....and NO it WAS NOT SHOCK. This byb has an imagination. She is just trying to keep your money. Contact your local Department of Aghriculture as they are the ones that issue licenses. Contact the local animal control authoritues as they must investigate EVERY complaint. Also turn her into whatever breed registry she uses...AKC, etc. Did you meet her off her property or were you allowed on property? You shouldn't get in trouble for stopping the check....what is this lady going to say? That you wouldn't pay her for a dead puppy??? These low lives irritate the heck out of me!!!! Do not let her get away with this or doing this to someone else. She is selling unhealthy puppies!!!!
2016-05-19 01:03:06 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is actually a law that says any animal sold has to be in perfect shape. If the seller told you it was, you can actually take her to civil court for your full amount of the vet bills from her, regardless of contract, you need the vet bills and thats all, and a statement from vet what was wrong etc. This may sound funny, but I learned of this law on The Peoples Court haha. The couple were in the exact position you are in...exactly. Go to any free legal advice page, even JudgeJoeBrown.com, Like I said may sound funny...but the laws the law....and you did nothing illegal by stopping payment
Leonard Kaye
2007-05-21 11:41:56 · answer #3 · answered by Leonard K 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Send them a certified letter.
Include copies of the invoices for the vet bills. State clearly that you have not included the value of your time, or the anguish caused by having a brand new puppy get (whatever it was), but tell them they have two choices. One is to sign the enclosed release in exchange for $100 as payment of all claims regarding this dog, or they can sue you. Inform them that if they do choose to sue, you intend to counterclaim for not only the vet bills, but your time with the vet, nursing the dog, and the emotional anguish of being saddled with a puppy with (whatever it was). DO NOT ENCLOSE THE CHECK. They get paid when you have the release, not before.
I really doubt you'll ever hear from them again at all.
2007-05-21 09:38:50 · answer #4 · answered by open4one 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When making a substantial purchase, it is best to get the details in writing. Has the dog had all its shots, any family history of illness, etc. Now the person you bought the dog from is in possession of a check that you are responsible for. I don't know100% for sure, but I am willing to bet that a small claims court judge will tell you the same thing about getting it in writing. Chalk this one up to 'lesson learned' and pay the money.
2007-05-21 09:36:46 · answer #5 · answered by mikehunt29 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
this is a good question to contact your district attorney about..they can sometimes help you answer your question or tell you someone that can..there are some lawyers that you can call and they will answer questions over the phone on small matters like this one...most breeders offer 2 months health guarantee...you should have made sure that this was the case with your puppy..you never know what you are getting when you are dealing with strangers..where did you find the breeder..if on a website see if it stats a guarantee on there for their puppies cause if it does it doesnt matter if you didnt get it is writting for yourself...like i said however it is your best bet to see if you cant get some free legal advice from someone with legal training.good luck though!
2007-05-21 09:45:27 · answer #6 · answered by noseyroseysillywillie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Send her the $100 and tell her to take you to court. She dosent have a leg to stand on. Keep your new puppy inside for a while though because the breeder may look for revenge.
Good luck.
2007-05-21 09:37:24 · answer #7 · answered by Rod 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the fact is you have no health guaranty and you didn't sign anything stating she was responsible for the puppies health. you are screwed. if you don't pay her she can take you to court and say that you stole the puppy because technically that's what you are doing if you don't pay her. if there was no health guarantee and she doesn't want to take care of the dog than you have to and you have to pay her. this is basically a life lesson. most good breeders will offer a health guarantee with their puppies.
2007-05-21 09:36:40 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Morally, I don't think you owe this woman a dime. Let her sue you (which she won't) and see how far she gets. You have written proof from the vet that the puppy was not well.
2007-05-21 09:38:21 · answer #9 · answered by beez 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most of the people are giving you great advice.
Pay the b*ch -0- until you know the puppie's healthy. If she sues you, she sold a defective produce.
2007-05-21 12:13:15 · answer #10 · answered by Querious 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋