Health Problem with Dog just purchased from Breeder
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I said "just a transaction". Get it? Buying a dog is not JUST a transaction to some. It's a LIFE choice.
When I found out that my puppy was blind in one eye and probably needed to have it removed should I have returned her? Even though her parents are free of any health issues and not one other pup from the litter was affected as she was?
Maybe in your ways, but NOT mine.
When I found out that my puppy was blind in one eye and probably needed to have it removed should I have returned her? Even though her parents are free of any health issues and not one other pup from the litter was affected as she was?
Maybe in your ways, but NOT mine.
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Sorry if I don't undested this thread, but what diseases and posible infections need to be in a breeder guaranty? 
For example if a puppy results with distemper or a stomash infection in a few days before you get, the breeder has to be responsible right?
But you have to talk with the breeder before you take it to the vet? and what if is an emergency and the breeder is not home??
For example if a puppy results with distemper or a stomash infection in a few days before you get, the breeder has to be responsible right?
But you have to talk with the breeder before you take it to the vet? and what if is an emergency and the breeder is not home??
Toscas Mom, I appreciate all the information you are providing regarding small claims. It is one option I am considering.
I emailed my question to the AKC and the response was " I would think that the breeder would be responsible if the vet can certify it is a pre-existing condition and if you are on good terms with the breeder, I think that one half of the vet bills would be a good amount to ask for. If the breeder does not want to do this, then it is your responsibility."
I emailed my question to the AKC and the response was " I would think that the breeder would be responsible if the vet can certify it is a pre-existing condition and if you are on good terms with the breeder, I think that one half of the vet bills would be a good amount to ask for. If the breeder does not want to do this, then it is your responsibility."
I originally went to look at a younger female the breeder had, but she was not the right temperment for my older female. As I was about to leave the breeder said there was another female that would be a better fit, though hadn't thought of selling her desiring to finish her first. And asked if I would be willing to leave ownership in the breeder's name and bring her to some shows occurring in my town until she finished. I didn't have a problem with this and agreed to it.
This was an unintentional and unfortunate situation that occurred for all of us-breeder, dog, and myself. The breeder admitted not giving me the information to bring the dog back if a health issue should arise. Based on the information I acted in the best interest of the dog and now there is $700 in vet expenses. All I want is to identify reasonable and fair compensation.
Sorry, but just because a breeder is listed on their breed club's website as a contact/member/ whatever does NOT guarantee the breeder's credibility. That is merely one step. To be a member of some breed clubs all you have to do is fill out an application, have a sponsor (who may or may not have ever dealt w/ that person), and pay your dues. There are members in my national breed club that have never bred a litter, and other members who have been breeding 30+ years. On the other end of the spectrum there are people in my local all breed club who have never shown a dog, there are also members who don't currently own dogs.
My point is, this may NOT be a responsible breeder. Who's to say this person didn't have 20 dogs in kennels and therefore wasn't aware of the ear infection? IMO, if this breeder was informed that the dog had a problem and then started in with the excuses, she may not be as honest as you think. Most breeders WANT you to get any new puppy/dog vet checked within 72 hours of purchase anyway.
Having top winning dogs does not make you an ethical person.
My point is, this may NOT be a responsible breeder. Who's to say this person didn't have 20 dogs in kennels and therefore wasn't aware of the ear infection? IMO, if this breeder was informed that the dog had a problem and then started in with the excuses, she may not be as honest as you think. Most breeders WANT you to get any new puppy/dog vet checked within 72 hours of purchase anyway.
Having top winning dogs does not make you an ethical person.
Sorry if I don't undested this thread, but what diseases and posible infections need to be in a breeder guaranty?
For example if a puppy results with distemper or a stomash infection in a few days before you get, the breeder has to be responsible right?
But you have to talk with the breeder before you take it to the vet? and what if is an emergency and the breeder is not home??
For example if a puppy results with distemper or a stomash infection in a few days before you get, the breeder has to be responsible right?
But you have to talk with the breeder before you take it to the vet? and what if is an emergency and the breeder is not home??
I also agree with the above,,,You have phsyical possession of the dog, yet the "ownership" of the dog is in the breeders name. Legally that dog is still hers no matter what.
In fact, you could have paid her a million bucks and if the papers are still in her name, I'd think she still legally owns that dog.
Who would be paying for dog show entries? You or the breeder?
I think your best bet is to get a hold of that contract pronto and read it,,did you sign a contract?
diane
In fact, you could have paid her a million bucks and if the papers are still in her name, I'd think she still legally owns that dog.
Who would be paying for dog show entries? You or the breeder?
I think your best bet is to get a hold of that contract pronto and read it,,did you sign a contract?
diane
I was wondering if "ownership" still being in the breeder's name would make a difference in regards to obtaining financial compensation. The breeder is going to be paying for the dog show entries. Yes, I did sign a contract but she was in a hurry and wanted to get a copy and then would mail it to me.
sbfish, try not to split hairs. The dog is in your home. You didn't steal the dog. You paid for the dog. The dog got sick. You called the breeder. The breeder thought it was an ear cleaning issue over the phone. It wasn't. You required vet visits. You paid the vet bills and believe you are entitled to recompense. I am sure the breeder isn't going to accuse you of stealing the dog regardless of your disagreement here. Besides, that contract does not supercede the dog law in your state anyhow, so no need to worry that much about it, especially since you didn't have a copy in your hand when the problem began to begin with. And even if you did or the breeder wanted to say you did, it does not supercede the law no matter what it says. That's why the law it there. To protect people who purchase dogs.
So really,the best thing to do if you want recovery is to submit your form to the Court of Claims and go through the process. Nobody here can make a determination on this issue that can stick. Only the court and/or its arbitrator can do that. It most certainly does appear that you are within the law that Boemy posted in your request. Submitting the form is not really complex to do at all. When you see the form you will see that instead it's rather simple with plenty of leeway for you to have the complaint heard. This thread has been exponentially more work for you that that form will ever be, honest.
When you get the form, I would be happy to help you complete it. So now you really have to decide whether you want to do that.
So really,the best thing to do if you want recovery is to submit your form to the Court of Claims and go through the process. Nobody here can make a determination on this issue that can stick. Only the court and/or its arbitrator can do that. It most certainly does appear that you are within the law that Boemy posted in your request. Submitting the form is not really complex to do at all. When you see the form you will see that instead it's rather simple with plenty of leeway for you to have the complaint heard. This thread has been exponentially more work for you that that form will ever be, honest.
When you get the form, I would be happy to help you complete it. So now you really have to decide whether you want to do that.