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Originally Posted by Cerise  The sad thing is if the Vet is right (which probably is) it would mean the breeder doesn't have a healthy enough environment for her Dam or litters. I am beginning to realize there are far too many amateur breeders out there that take people for granted by claiming to sell healthy puppies. |
I am sorry for anyone who has to go through this. I've never bgeen thrlough it but I can imagine it is not fun.
The problem is that these parasites an lay dormant in the system until it is stressed, such as a long car ride, or a new home. It does not mean the the breeder does not have a clean or a safe environment.
As the information stated, worming them does not get rid of the parasite it just puts it back to it's dormant state. It can flare up again if the dog is stressed, but after 6 months of age their systems are stronger.
It's sad for a new owner to have to start off with a sick puppy, but that is one of the risks that you take when you get a new puppy.
It does not mean that the breeder did anything wrong or that the facility is dirty or that the dogs are unhealthy or neglected.
She probably wormed the puppies several times before you got her.
Many breeders like to worm them just before they go to their new homes in hopes of preventing a flare up.
I hope your little one is getting better.