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Originally Posted by jcoulter1181  I keep trying to post but for some reason they are not going thru  trying again...
to the poster above, she does say that if at any time you can not or do not want to care for the dog anymore to bring it back to her.
Also IMO no one can guarantee 100% that a puppy will not develope some sort of health problem that will cost the owner money. When buying a new member of the family I fully take into account that they are going to cost me money just like a real baby would. I don't require a money back guarantee, I am buying a living breathing being-not a pair of shoes 
Obviously I would not buy from a breeder who has a history of sick puppies, does not get them vet checked, UTD on shots wormings, etc. I will be visiting the home, meeting the pups parents, speaking with references, and also the vet they use. I am looking for a companion and a friend, not an absolute perfect specimen of the breed or one with a lifetime guarantee  I don't believe that everyone on this forum would agree on every breeder 100%...everyone has different opions and different standards.
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You're right no one can guarantee 100% that a pup will not get sick. However, it is how a breeder handles a situation that seperates the good from the questionable. Guarantee should reflect a time line for congential life threatening disease, usually 1 year but, 2 is better. The contract should also reflect full refund so that the new puppy owner can obtain proper medical treatment. It is a breeder's responsibility to stand behind their breeding. After all they brought the pup into the world and that is a big responsibility.
It's understood that you are looking for a companion, however, if a breeder is not breeding to improve the breed and does not put that in the forefront of her breeding...then they shouldn't be breeding. Agreed that no one would agree 100% on a breeder, but there are guidelines as to what makes a reputable breeder.
As I stated before, go do a meet and greet, address your questions to the breeder.
Let me add that by what you posted, you appear that the pup you obtain will be in excellent hands. We as breeders always hope that is what we will find for each of our pups, reponsible, loving homes.