 Questions for breeders....
What if you purchased a female puppy and intended to breed, made that known to the breeder at the time of purchase and then the puppy ends up being diagnosed with grade IV bilateral luxated patella and advised by vet not to breed due to genetic flaw....then what is the breeders responsibility?
The 9 month old female was returned to the breeder to be evaluated by her own vet for recommendation - same conclusion.
Just curious about other breeders opinions on the appropriate fair way to handle this situation from both the breeders and purchasers point of view.
In answer to the original post - the breeder would have the option of placing the dog in a "pet only" home - hopefully having her spayed first (to be sure she is not breed) and fully informing any potential new owners of her medical condition and potential medical expenses/surgeries.
If you purchased her as a pet and feel you can provide her with the medical attention/treatment necessary down the road - then you would first have the option yourself of keeping her, having her spayed, etc.
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