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Originally Posted by jcoulter1181  I am trying to find a reputable breeder in or around central South Carolina. I would be willing to drive up to 8 hours one way to pick up the puppy, though I would prefer something closer.
So far I have only seen one website that doesn't send up red flags - Mustard Seed Meadows in McBee, SC. Does anyone have any feedback on this breeder or could recommend a breeder near me? 
I really do not want to have a puppy shipped to me...but I have been looking all over and having no luck! 
Thanks for any help! |
From her website nothing blatant, screaming red flag.
Although, I feel a bit leary of this statement from her contract:
The purchaser has the right to return the puppy to the breeder during the
first seven (7) days from the date of signature on this contract for a refund in the amount of the purchase price, for any life threatening congenital or chronic medical conditions certified by a licensed veterinarian. Since a pup cannot evaluated for Livershunt until 16 weeks of age, any Bile Acid testing would be invalid prior to this date. Should this puppy have to be put to sleep within the first year due to an inherited ailment/disease, purchaser has the right to receive a new puppy from a future litter at no cost, provided a written diagnosis by two(2) licensed veterinarians (unrelated) has been handed to the breeder. “THIS INCLUDES A LIVER SHUNT” which may not be detectable until the puppy is much older She only mentions the pup being put to sleep. However, does not mention anything about a full refund on a life threatening, congenital defect resulting in the first year or two of the pups life. It's what a reputable breeder would do to assist in any vetinary procedure to correct and/or save the pups life.
I suggest that you take a trip to the breeders home, a meet and greet.
Remember you buy your breeder first, then your dog. If you don't feel comfortable and she can't answer your questions to your satisfaction, walk away. The deal should not end when you've walked out the door with your pup, it's a relationship.