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Originally Posted by scrapindee  This is my opinion--so I don't get flamed:
The reasons for buying in the U.S. is because you can go to the breeder's home. The breeder can go to your home. There is more ways to get assistance if the dog is sick, or has a genetic defect later on. It is difficult, if not impossible to get most foreign breeders, to replace dogs, or honor agreements. Also, most foreign breeders do not have (enforceable) contracts. In the U.S., there are puppy lemon laws that can and are enforced.
There are different lines in Germany and sometimes it is preferable to import but the person looking for a pet--not breeding or showing--should be concerned about the health, and well-being of the puppy--new lines wouldn't be the issue.
Again everyone needs to do their homework; visit the breeders; go to the shows. Talk to folks who have the breeder's earlier litters.
Now as to the little girl: Are we talking about Emmellie? She is adorable--I am going to try and post new pictures of all 5 on Friday playing in the yard.
If we are talking about Abbi she is expecting puppies on Halloween. Beauty is in heat; Judy is looking forward to just being a pet for a while; and Gabbi has been enjoying being one of the family. |
Great info! the personal contact and being able to see everything in person and talk in person would mean the most to me, to make me feel secure in who i get a dog from.
uhmm as to the little girl i was referring to the one that the other lady posted about looking for home b/c something didn't work out? I just looked at your page and oh my goodness! they are all so cute!
thanks for the update on all your girls! wow sounds like a busy time coming up huh? can't wait for the pics!