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Originally Posted by mommadog1  Yep, I agree... Educating is good for everyone. I had no idea about this until I got my long haired chihuahua. It just never closed all the way but she has lived a very normal life and plays with the other dogs.
I forget what I paid for her,I think it was 850.00 or 650.00 I can't remember. but I would not pay that much again for a puppy with ANY hereditary or genetic problems. However, I didn't know. If I had I would have probably bought her anyhow but I would have asked the breeder to lower the price considerably. I cannot imagine our life without Foxy. 
Foxy ended up with a funky bite and her tongue hangs out on the right side.. She is too cute though..and she is 3.5 pounds with short little legs and she is the best little dog we have ever owned.
People must be informed about this issue with the pup. He can still live a normal life. and it still could close more, Foxy's did..Just not all the way.
So please, at least let people know the puppy has an open fontanel so they can do their own research about it and talk to the puppy's vet or their own so that they can make an informed decision when purchasing the puppy.
Karla |
Yes, they can lead normal lives, but an owner needs to be on the alert, just one mishap can end their lives.
I'm still of the opinion, any pup with a known health issue such as this should not be sold. What should be in the forefront of a breeders mind is the welfare of the pup. They should be seeking out a qualified home that has full knowledge of the issue and is aware of how to deal with it's medical issues. Again, placing the pup without a fee, is the only responsible thing to do.....