I would talk to the breeder's vet who has examined this dog and ask if he would recommed this breeder to his family and friends. Open fontanels are common in a tiny, but the general rule is that they are not done growing until their adult teeth are all in.
Are you going to pick up the puppy yourself or have her shipped? It is best to pick up but not horrible to ship since she is already 4 months. If you will not see the kennel and the parents of the puppy in person at least ask for pictures and their weights.
The price she is asking is not uncommon. I am sure you could find one cheaper but these tinies are expensive as little puppies and need around the clock care 24/7. They also need to stay longer before going to their forever home which means more expense for the breeder.
I would ask all the questions and then trust your gut instinct. It's usually a pretty good indication. It sounds like you have already fallen in love with this little one and the fact that you can spend that much for her up front hopefully also means that you can provide for all of the care and expense that you will incur over her lifetime. I know some breeders who charge more for tinies for this reason.
Did she ask detailed questions about your home life and the conditions you will provide for the puppy? A good breeder will ask more questions of you than you do of her and should refuse to sell the puppy to the wrong environment no matter how much money she's offered. A puppy that little needs to be cared for and supervised 24/7 and should be in a home with no small children or aggressive animals. |