Quote:
Originally Posted by Woogie Man  I would hope it's common practice. My only disagreement is of characterizing this pup as a special needs pup at this age (12 weeks) due to an open fontanel. And yes, I think any tiny should be held for longer, even without health issues present.
I certainly wouldn't place any pup with an open fontanel but I think that this one has some time to see if it closes. He should be held by the breeder to give it time to close. I personally would worry myself to death if I placed such a pup....free or otherwise.
I agree with you about 12 weeks being the minimum age to place a pup. I often hold mine longer...sometimes much longer. |
That's just the point. The pup should be held onto longer. As in all tinies the risk is greater that medical problems may arise. Why take chances in selling heartache. A breeder that has the pup's welfare at heart would consider that before money.
This particular breeder had been posting how this pup had wormed it's way into her heart and he would be staying with her, then Wham, she's got him up for sale, never mentioning his condition. Did you view the video.....this little pup does not look like he's 100%.