[Latuya]

I feel that you have every right to keep the pup till you feel it's ready to go. The normal age before leaving is 12 weeks. I got Gus at 10 weeks but he had been eatting on his own and was happy and healthy. I don't think you should extend the health guarantee and hand over the pup till you know the pup is completely healthy. I'm sure if they want a happy healthy pup then they would be more understanding.

I do know how it is to fall in love with a pup and not being able to get it. The first yorkie I looked at was my dream baby. Red, baby faced, healthy, and SO darn cute. The lady was just asking WAY too much for her. There was no way I could aford her. But even if I was able to aford her I wouldnt want to bring her home if the breeder thought there might be a problem. If they can't understand that,,,, then by all means,,, give the deposit back. Good luck to you!