I sent a deposit to a breeder for a puppy of a litter that is due mid november. They returned my call when I first contacted them and were available for two other calls I made after the initial contact. They told me that they would send a puppy contract once they received my deposit. I left a message about a week in a half after sending the deposit, after I saw that the check had cleared -just to touch base and to see when I could expect the contract. I then tried again about four days later. They have not returned my calls. It has been three weeks. They appear to be a reputable breeder. Should I be concerned? -and is this normal for a breeder? They are listed on the national club website for the breed, they have an up to date website, and when I spoke with another breeder they knew who I was talking about and didn't say anything bad about them. I'm not worried about the deposit money, I just really want to know that all of my ducks are in a row to get my puppy! Any advise?
2007-11-06 05:59:31 · 18 answers · asked by blujello 5 in Pets ➔ Dogs
It does seem strange that they would have this type of policy up front. However, this could be how they do business???
FYI- All the breeders I have met have never adopted this type of policy.
If they are reputable in the community... I would threaten putting a bad name out there for them. This will catch their attention.
It sounds like you don't want to risk not getting your puppy if this company is on the up and up.
Try leaving and email from their website if that's possible and I would try a few more times with phone calls. Make sure to leave voice mails when you call so they know how concerned you are.
Best of Luck. I hope this isn't just another SCAM and you will be getting your puppy soon.
2007-11-06 06:30:02 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
reputable dog breeder cashed deposit puppy contract promised 3 weeks
2016-02-03 03:30:15 · answer #2 · answered by Dexter 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you been to the property? If not you don't know that they are reputable. Just because another breeder didn't say anything bad doesn't mean anything. Taking deposits for an unborn litter isn't a good sign for the breeder. Many things can happen between pregnancy and weaning.
2007-11-06 06:06:16 · answer #3 · answered by Scelestus Unus 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Whatever genius thinks that breeding dogs in order to cover the expense of showing them makes good business sense needs to take a class in accounting and get their head screwed on straight. What a joke. It's really quite simple - when you buy a dog you do your research, you go to shows and see them in action, you study the pedigree, and you learn as much as you can about the breeder; then you talk to the breeder and you make an educated decision as to whether you agree with their practices. A breeder can do everything right and still not give you the right vibe, they can also LOOK like a poor breeder given the rules lots of people here will give you when in fact they are stellar breeders producing excellent puppies. You weed them out by doing your homework.
2016-03-14 00:36:54 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think I would've wanted to check the contract before placing a deposit on a pup that isn't even born yet.
Any breeder I've ever dealt with, they required a signed agreement to accompany the deposit, and when we picked up our pup, we received a copy with the breeder's original signature.
Hate to say this, but it doesn't sound like very reputable breeder practice to me.
2007-11-06 06:20:31 · answer #5 · answered by Pam 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Its possible the breeder is simply busy.
I, personally, will not accept deposits for pups that are not "on the ground" yet... but I know several responsible reputable breeders who do.
Edit: I also only send a contract just before I place the puppy. I do this because I microchip my pups and until I know which pup is going where, I don't have the contract completely filled out.
2007-11-06 06:05:38 · answer #6 · answered by animal_artwork 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The way most do it is send you a deposit contract to fill out and return with the deposit this will hold the pup for you till it is 8 weeks old then when you go to pick up the pup you will sign a buyers contract I would just hold on to what ever you have showing you made the deposit Try e-mailing them this way you will have something to show you have been trying to get hold of them
2007-11-06 07:03:04 · answer #7 · answered by chihuahuamom 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I never take deposits at all. I give a date which I think the puppies will be ready and tell them to call me. Then if the puppies are ok to go they can come and get the puppy. Too many things can happen between deposit and pickup. I cannot image taking a deposit before the babies are even born.
2007-11-06 06:10:32 · answer #8 · answered by mama woof 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Did you order the dog over the internet? or did you physically meet and visit this 'reputable breeder'? So many con artists run scams this way, and I don't know of any breeder who would accept payment for a dog before the dam has the litter. I wouldn't be surprised if they never return your calls, and you never see your money or your puppy. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but a lot of people are taken advantage of this way.
2007-11-06 06:05:51 · answer #9 · answered by Rachel-Pit Police-DSMG 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
You should leave a message stating that if you don't receive a call back or a contract over the next week. you will put a stop payment on the check. The length of time doesn't matter with the bank just explain to the you paid for an item and yet to to receive the item and can't contact the merchant. They should refund the money n about 48hours.
2007-11-06 06:06:24 · answer #10 · answered by Guinevere H 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋