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Originally Posted by kjcmsw  Which may -- or may not -- have been nothing more than a messy house.
Don't read more into things. Though due to other issues stated would be the red flag.
They not wanting to meet you someplace is not the biggest red flag. Which I've always said, "hey stranger, you "say" you're interested in buying a pup, why don't you come on over to my house see what I have and wait until I leave (remember you told me you're going to 'think' about the pup and 'get back to me') and come back and steal my dogs, my tv, etc"
Sorry, it's a dangerous world out there these days, desperate times for desperate people. Do NOT bring just anyone claiming to be looking for a dog into your house --- especially if it's obvious it's just you and the dogs there. Be a smart seller, not a dead one. It's not like it's not obvious that so many single women sell pups. Just needs to be confirmed by the so called "buyer"! |
Not allowing us into her home was definitely not the first red flag. There were really no first's, just many wow's. I can understand one being leary of allowing a stranger into their home. But one cannot ignore the pungent odor, poor hygiene, listless demeanor, scrawny body frame, sparse fur, etc.
I'm not the one who has the right to judge this woman. I am the one that chose to save these pups and give them the best life possible for them.
BTW, they have both been vet checked, Juliette has been twice now. No parasites or any other negative observations were made other than the bony structure and weight. Her hair is just something we have to focus on as she's doing well with her current diet. I did come across the "Grow Hair on a Doorknob" recipe and thought of giving it a try.