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Fendislaw · 10-31-2007, 10:04 AM

I want to share the story of Fendi with all of you. We purchased Fendi from, LeeAnn Rost, a breeder who owns Paw Patch Kennels in Venus, Texas. She also does business on the internet as toycuties.com. Beware!!This breeder sold us a puppy with a congenital spinal deformity called a hemivertebrae or butterfly vertebrae. LeeAnn is not honoring her health guarantee as stated on her contract about replacements or refunds. Fendi's little spine was actually bent at a 90 degree angle.We loved this little girl very much, whom we named Fendi Couture and did all we could to save her. She was very sick but she was sooo sweet. We starting having problems with Fendi's health just a few days after her purchase. Her shots were not up to date and she seemed to be having a lot of digestive issues. After many visits to the vet and thinking it was an upset stomach or just her being picky and trying to acclimate to her new surroundings, we never dreamed of how sick she really was. She seemed to drag her right leg around a lot and then in a matter of day lost use of both hind legs. We only had Fendi for less than 12 weeks and for seven of these weeks she was paralyzed in her hind legs and incontinent and paralyzed the last 6 weeks of her life due to her spine. We did call LeeAnn Rost the minute we found out about her spinal condition which was congenital (born with it) and she did agree to replace Fendi with a new puppy in the event of her death. So, after searching around I did find a surgeon that thought he may be able to save Fendi with a spinal decompression/stabilization surgery. It was a long shot that would cost us $3100.00 but if it gave her a chance at life we were willing to do it and we did. I called LeeAnn Rost and got her permission to go forward with the surgery. She was thrilled that we were doing this because if Fendi made it, she would not have to replace her or give a refund. However, Fendi's surgery was not successful, they were unable to stabilize her spine because she was so small (2 1/2 lbs) and her spine was very ridged. After surgery Fendi's spine continued to shift causing her ribcage to crush her lungs. It was completely heartbreaking! We loved her so much and it killed us to lose her. My 11 yr old son was absolutely devastated! This was his baby! The only way we had to console him was by reminding him that there was a new puppy waiting for him to love her, just as he had loved Fendi. However, after trying to contact LeeAnn several times about Fendi's death and the new puppy, she finally replied that she had decided not to replace Fendi or refund our money. This woman has lied and cheated an 11 yr old boy. She is in complete breech of her own health contract, but it really does not seem to bother her. These puppies that she is selling are all about the money. LeeAnn has no regard for puppy health issues, contracts, guarantees or for the families she is selling puppies to. I am suing her but her behavior should be against the law. LeeAnn Rost, toycuties.com, and Paw Patch Kennels in Venus Texas is bad news and if I can stop one family from this kind of heartbreak, then Fendi's death will not be in vain.

hartygirl · 10-31-2007, 10:57 AM

oh goodness

i'm so sorry. I am living in Texas and posibily looking for another yorkie in the next year or so and I def wont even think twice about her! Your warning is already helping!

MorkieAZ · 10-31-2007, 11:03 AM

What was her reason for not honoring the guarantee?

Anyway, I would not want another puppy from the same breeder, I would sue for a refund.

Fendislaw · 10-31-2007, 11:07 AM

I am so glad that you read our story. It was so heartbreaking to go through. We have now bought another yorkie baby girl from a wonderful breeder. Her name is Kim Wood, she is also in Texas. Please visit her website at kimberliskuties.com. Kim is so great, I think you'll really enjoy buying from her.
Thank you for your reply.

sweetr72 · 10-31-2007, 11:10 AM

Wow what a terrible breeder!! I hope when you sue her you get every dime for that surgery too!! I hope the judge see's right through her..I noticed on her website that she referred to tiny or teacup alot..when a breeder charges more for a small puppy that in itself is wrong...that same puppy that weighs the least at 10 weeks could weigh the most at a year..geeez

I am so sorry for your loss..please keep us updated on what happens.

hha · 10-31-2007, 11:11 AM

I am so sorry to hear all of this..Bless you and your family..I couldn't imagine having this happen...You go get her! I'm half tempted to write her a nasty e-mail, but then again, she would probably sue me..Just remember hon, what goes around comes around....I don't think I would want another yorkie from this woman, but, I would sure sue her for what you paid for the puppy and what all the vet bills/surgery cost..you make sure you have that health gurantee!!!

ARCHIE · 10-31-2007, 11:16 AM

What an awful person not to mention breeder if you can call her such a thing.
I hope you win your case and she is shut down somehow!
I am so sorry for your loss and heartache that this terrible person has put
your family through.
Your right it must be all about the money. Heaven know's she has no feelings
for the suffering she is causing her puppies to endure by not taking responsiblity for their health.
Good luck in your case. Hope she pays big time.

davis · 10-31-2007, 11:19 AM

I am so very sorry for your loss. I hopw your information will stop anyone from buying from her. Hope your little boy can find another dog to love soon.

RMKC · 10-31-2007, 11:21 AM

OMG how heartbreaking, i am soo sorry, under no circumstances would i want another pup from this &%$ so called breeder, i do hope you will go after her for a refund. I would contact whoever i had to to get my money back, thats awfull

By the way Welcome to YT and keep us posted !

Fendislaw · 10-31-2007, 11:30 AM

Her reason is really unclear. First she stated that we were outside of her 72 hr guarantee. However, this was not a contracted health issue. It was congenital and her contract states that she guarantees the puppy is healthy at the time of sale or she would replace the puppy or refund the money. Neither of these things are happening and this poor little puppy was definitely not healthy since she was born with this. Some have even stated that this condition could have been caused by inbreeding. So, after bring this to her attention (which is iron clad), she now says she asked for the puppy back. Now, she talked to me and my husband both on separate occasions and never once asked for this sick little puppy back. Also, her contract never states anything about the return of sick/dying puppies. She is trying to get away with doing nothing. I am suing and believe without a doubt that I win.
Thanks for reading my story. My son will be so thrilled how much people care!

Fendislaw · 10-31-2007, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Fendislaw

I want to share the story of Fendi with all of you. We purchased Fendi from, LeeAnn Rost, a breeder who owns Paw Patch Kennels in Venus, Texas. She also does business on the internet as toycuties.com. Beware!!This breeder sold us a puppy with a congenital spinal deformity called a hemivertebrae or butterfly vertebrae. LeeAnn is not honoring her health guarantee as stated on her contract about replacements or refunds. Fendi's little spine was actually bent at a 90 degree angle.We loved this little girl very much, whom we named Fendi Couture and did all we could to save her. She was very sick but she was sooo sweet. We starting having problems with Fendi's health just a few days after her purchase. Her shots were not up to date and she seemed to be having a lot of digestive issues. After many visits to the vet and thinking it was an upset stomach or just her being picky and trying to acclimate to her new surroundings, we never dreamed of how sick she really was. She seemed to drag her right leg around a lot and then in a matter of day lost use of both hind legs. We only had Fendi for less than 12 weeks and for seven of these weeks she was paralyzed in her hind legs and incontinent and paralyzed the last 6 weeks of her life due to her spine. We did call LeeAnn Rost the minute we found out about her spinal condition which was congenital (born with it) and she did agree to replace Fendi with a new puppy in the event of her death. So, after searching around I did find a surgeon that thought he may be able to save Fendi with a spinal decompression/stabilization surgery. It was a long shot that would cost us $3100.00 but if it gave her a chance at life we were willing to do it and we did. I called LeeAnn Rost and got her permission to go forward with the surgery. She was thrilled that we were doing this because if Fendi made it, she would not have to replace her or give a refund. However, Fendi's surgery was not successful, they were unable to stabilize her spine because she was so small (2 1/2 lbs) and her spine was very ridged. After surgery Fendi's spine continued to shift causing her ribcage to crush her lungs. It was completely heartbreaking! We loved her so much and it killed us to lose her. My 11 yr old son was absolutely devastated! This was his baby! The only way we had to console him was by reminding him that there was a new puppy waiting for him to love her, just as he had loved Fendi. However, after trying to contact LeeAnn several times about Fendi's death and the new puppy, she finally replied that she had decided not to replace Fendi or refund our money. This woman has lied and cheated an 11 yr old boy. She is in complete breech of her own health contract, but it really does not seem to bother her. These puppies that she is selling are all about the money. LeeAnn has no regard for puppy health issues, contracts, guarantees or for the families she is selling puppies to. I am suing her but her behavior should be against the law. LeeAnn Rost, toycuties.com, and Paw Patch Kennels in Venus Texas is bad news and if I can stop one family from this kind of heartbreak, then Fendi's death will not be in vain.

Thank you to everyone for reading our story!

littlewhip · 10-31-2007, 04:18 PM

Iam sorry this happen to you and your family, I hope you get her butt to court and she gets shut down

Jody Renfroe · 11-01-2007, 05:29 AM

I'm so sorry this happened to you and your family. Poor little pup...so sad. I hope you can get your money back from this so-called "breeder"!

yorkiesmiles · 11-01-2007, 05:33 AM

I am so sorry this happened to you and your family.

Have you contacted the attorney general's office?? -- someone needs to shut this woman down. Ughhhhhh, these breeders who are filling the world with sick pups, and some go on to breed more sick pups.

Glad you have a new bundle of fur to love

Welcome to YT - this is a great place, full of many warm caring people & some great breeders

vviccles1 · 11-01-2007, 07:46 AM

Again,Iam so,so o, sorry! RIP sweet bay angel girl! Your poor son! When you heal, will you get your son a puppy?

10-31-2007, 10:04 AM	#1
Fendislaw Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Oklahoma City OKLAHOMA Posts: 21	Warning!! Bad Breeder! I want to share the story of Fendi with all of you. We purchased Fendi from, LeeAnn Rost, a breeder who owns Paw Patch Kennels in Venus, Texas. She also does business on the internet as toycuties.com. Beware!!This breeder sold us a puppy with a congenital spinal deformity called a hemivertebrae or butterfly vertebrae. LeeAnn is not honoring her health guarantee as stated on her contract about replacements or refunds. Fendi's little spine was actually bent at a 90 degree angle.We loved this little girl very much, whom we named Fendi Couture and did all we could to save her. She was very sick but she was sooo sweet. We starting having problems with Fendi's health just a few days after her purchase. Her shots were not up to date and she seemed to be having a lot of digestive issues. After many visits to the vet and thinking it was an upset stomach or just her being picky and trying to acclimate to her new surroundings, we never dreamed of how sick she really was. She seemed to drag her right leg around a lot and then in a matter of day lost use of both hind legs. We only had Fendi for less than 12 weeks and for seven of these weeks she was paralyzed in her hind legs and incontinent and paralyzed the last 6 weeks of her life due to her spine. We did call LeeAnn Rost the minute we found out about her spinal condition which was congenital (born with it) and she did agree to replace Fendi with a new puppy in the event of her death. So, after searching around I did find a surgeon that thought he may be able to save Fendi with a spinal decompression/stabilization surgery. It was a long shot that would cost us $3100.00 but if it gave her a chance at life we were willing to do it and we did. I called LeeAnn Rost and got her permission to go forward with the surgery. She was thrilled that we were doing this because if Fendi made it, she would not have to replace her or give a refund. However, Fendi's surgery was not successful, they were unable to stabilize her spine because she was so small (2 1/2 lbs) and her spine was very ridged. After surgery Fendi's spine continued to shift causing her ribcage to crush her lungs. It was completely heartbreaking! We loved her so much and it killed us to lose her. My 11 yr old son was absolutely devastated! This was his baby! The only way we had to console him was by reminding him that there was a new puppy waiting for him to love her, just as he had loved Fendi. However, after trying to contact LeeAnn several times about Fendi's death and the new puppy, she finally replied that she had decided not to replace Fendi or refund our money. This woman has lied and cheated an 11 yr old boy. She is in complete breech of her own health contract, but it really does not seem to bother her. These puppies that she is selling are all about the money. LeeAnn has no regard for puppy health issues, contracts, guarantees or for the families she is selling puppies to. I am suing her but her behavior should be against the law. LeeAnn Rost, toycuties.com, and Paw Patch Kennels in Venus Texas is bad news and if I can stop one family from this kind of heartbreak, then Fendi's death will not be in vain.

10-31-2007, 11:07 AM	#4
Fendislaw Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Oklahoma City OKLAHOMA Posts: 21	Thank goodness! I am so glad that you read our story. It was so heartbreaking to go through. We have now bought another yorkie baby girl from a wonderful breeder. Her name is Kim Wood, she is also in Texas. Please visit her website at kimberliskuties.com. Kim is so great, I think you'll really enjoy buying from her. Thank you for your reply.

10-31-2007, 11:21 AM	#9
RMKC Rosi & Poli's Mom Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Washington State Posts: 5,428	OMG how heartbreaking, i am soo sorry, under no circumstances would i want another pup from this &%$ so called breeder, i do hope you will go after her for a refund. I would contact whoever i had to to get my money back, thats awfull By the way Welcome to YT and keep us posted ! __________________ ROSI & POLI Love my Babies

10-31-2007, 04:18 PM	#12
littlewhip Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: wiith my furbabys Posts: 8,874	Iam sorry this happen to you and your family, I hope you get her butt to court and she gets shut down __________________

11-01-2007, 05:33 AM	#14
yorkiesmiles Donating YT 4000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Iowa Posts: 9,493	I am so sorry this happened to you and your family. Have you contacted the attorney general's office?? -- someone needs to shut this woman down. Ughhhhhh, these breeders who are filling the world with sick pups, and some go on to breed more sick pups. Glad you have a new bundle of fur to love Welcome to YT - this is a great place, full of many warm caring people & some great breeders __________________ yorkiesmiles Loved by Bubba & Roxy *Holy, holy, is the Lord God Almighty, who was, and is, and is to come*

10-31-2007, 10:57 AM	#2
hartygirl megan - g Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: South Texas Posts: 2,324	oh goodness i'm so sorry. I am living in Texas and posibily looking for another yorkie in the next year or so and I def wont even think twice about her! Your warning is already helping!

10-31-2007, 11:03 AM	#3
MorkieAZ Inactive Account Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Arizona Posts: 1,276	What was her reason for not honoring the guarantee? Anyway, I would not want another puppy from the same breeder, I would sue for a refund.

10-31-2007, 11:10 AM	#5
sweetr72 No Longer a Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 6,111	Wow what a terrible breeder!! I hope when you sue her you get every dime for that surgery too!! I hope the judge see's right through her..I noticed on her website that she referred to tiny or teacup alot..when a breeder charges more for a small puppy that in itself is wrong...that same puppy that weighs the least at 10 weeks could weigh the most at a year..geeez I am so sorry for your loss..please keep us updated on what happens.

10-31-2007, 11:11 AM	#6
hha No Longer a Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Seneca, SC Posts: 2,837	I am so sorry to hear all of this..Bless you and your family..I couldn't imagine having this happen...You go get her! I'm half tempted to write her a nasty e-mail, but then again, she would probably sue me..Just remember hon, what goes around comes around....I don't think I would want another yorkie from this woman, but, I would sure sue her for what you paid for the puppy and what all the vet bills/surgery cost..you make sure you have that health gurantee!!!

10-31-2007, 11:16 AM	#7
ARCHIE No Longer A Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: NEW YORK Posts: 16,218	What an awful person not to mention breeder if you can call her such a thing. I hope you win your case and she is shut down somehow! I am so sorry for your loss and heartache that this terrible person has put your family through. Your right it must be all about the money. Heaven know's she has no feelings for the suffering she is causing her puppies to endure by not taking responsiblity for their health. Good luck in your case. Hope she pays big time.

10-31-2007, 11:19 AM	#8
davis Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Tennessee Posts: 187	I am so very sorry for your loss. I hopw your information will stop anyone from buying from her. Hope your little boy can find another dog to love soon.

10-31-2007, 11:30 AM	#10
Fendislaw Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Oklahoma City OKLAHOMA Posts: 21	Her reason is really unclear. First she stated that we were outside of her 72 hr guarantee. However, this was not a contracted health issue. It was congenital and her contract states that she guarantees the puppy is healthy at the time of sale or she would replace the puppy or refund the money. Neither of these things are happening and this poor little puppy was definitely not healthy since she was born with this. Some have even stated that this condition could have been caused by inbreeding. So, after bring this to her attention (which is iron clad), she now says she asked for the puppy back. Now, she talked to me and my husband both on separate occasions and never once asked for this sick little puppy back. Also, her contract never states anything about the return of sick/dying puppies. She is trying to get away with doing nothing. I am suing and believe without a doubt that I win. Thanks for reading my story. My son will be so thrilled how much people care!

11-01-2007, 05:29 AM	#13
Jody Renfroe No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Florida Posts: 1,375	I'm so sorry this happened to you and your family. Poor little pup...so sad. I hope you can get your money back from this so-called "breeder"!

11-01-2007, 07:46 AM	#15
vviccles1 YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Beverly,MA Posts: 650	Again,Iam so,so o, sorry! RIP sweet bay angel girl! Your poor son! When you heal, will you get your son a puppy?