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Originally Posted by grayxie  Unfortunately some major health issues can't be seen by the naked eye like, liver shunt, possibly luxating patellas, etc. From what it sounds they were probably back yard breeder females, and if they had to have c-sections they most likely had decent veterinary care. The acquaintence will probably clean up the dogs before you get there so they look cute, and adoptable. If you can, try to handle the dog, kind of like how a vet examines an animal so if the dog will yelps it can possibly be a tender or sore spot. For Max's sake make sure his shots including bortadella is up to date, if you do bring in another. |
Thank you very much! I guess those are the things I'm concerned about. When I read about some of the things that have happened to other people's Yorkies here, I'm in tears thinking of how awful I'd feel if it were MY dog, and how scared I'd be. And I know you're very right about the dogs being cleaned up to look good, LOL...she already told me that they were cut in a "Westie" cut "but they're hair will grow out fast"....I don't care about that, b/c we keep Max cut in a sort of Westie cut anyway...he's always very short. I love both looks but I am not sure I'd have the patience to keep them long..Max, no way .....he's such a little boy and is into everything outside and he isn't too wild about baths....so he gets to stay short.
I'll have to check on the Bordatella~ I don't think Max has had that b/c he's rarely around other dogs and the vet told me he didn't need it, but thank you for mentioning that!