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Originally Posted by Mardelin  Didn't take it as disrespect.......And yes, we all have to start somewhere.
When I started I asked the same questions of my mentor. But, then I didn't start out breeding, that didn't come until later. But, her answer was to me and I think I've said this before...."doing it the way I'm teaching you, it'll all fall into place".
I can only answer the question based on my experiences, how I was taught As I said I never take a deposit until a pup has been temperament testeed and has been picked. The contract has been in the new families hands prior to this (my contracts are with the pup's welfare and best interest in the forefront and not about me). They've had plenty of time to read it.
Ah! The owner had personal responsibilties that's another case you refund the money, you don't want a hardship for your pup or the new familhy....and you take each situation case by case.
No, the pup would not go with someone that didn't want it, geez that's asking for your pup to be put in rescue......but, if it was just a matter of changing their minds....that is another issue....My contract reads non-refundable deposit. You have to take into consideration the time it takes to reinterview to find another suitable home for the pup. So, that non-refundable deposit is put into place to protect the pup as well as yourself. You can only bend over backwards so far to be fair...... |
Yea, the issue of them changing their mind is a concern. I changed my mind(no it was my DH) about letting the male go, He fell in love with him but a deposit contract was already signed. So I had no choice but to let him go to another home...BTW I keep up with them through emails, picture text and invites to their house. It was heartbreaking. To be honest I want to breed my Elsa 1 more time. I want another from her and I am not looking for a profit but another baby.
This brings me to another question
iF you use a sire and they have pick of the litter, how far do you go? Paying for the dock of the tails. all shots till they leave, worming. Should the sire owner pay for anything?