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Originally Posted by YorkDaddy  Thank you everyone. I actually heard about her from someone else who got the info from another friend. None of them have any problems. I can get in touch with the mother, its just the daughter I can't and she seems to be the "boss". I kinda prefer sticking with the mom now anyway. I'll just ask all my questions when I see her Saturday.
I called around to some vets and they were saying they generally just do a regular exam for a new puppy. I was explaining the situation about the breeder and I said I wanted a thorough check. She said they don't generally do bloodwork and all that unless the doctor notices something when they check him out. I called like 5 vets today and that was the general answer.
They all agreed the food was horrible but they have seen other dogs raised up on it for long periods of time. Everyone just stated to change the food immediately. I lurk around the entire forum so I already know what my food choices will be.
About the breeder...she has an add on unit to her home which is air conditioned. Its like 3 or 4 dogs in a few crates, some have only 1 or 2 dogs in them. They are not all on top of each other. They all had fresh newspaper in each crate and fresh food and water. They didn't look deprived at all. I just didn't think he is getting the individual attention and love he needs.
LOL @ sneaky two dogs in! You sound like my neighbor. One day we saw one little puppy, the next day it was a big bushy dog. Its like really???? We were upset because we want our dog as well but never complained or informed anyone. We will decide the best decision for Twix in the long run.
Thanks again for all the concern and advice. We just can't wait to get Twix home. |
But the dtr is the "boss" but you can't get a hold of the "boss" only the assistant. Does not sound good to me at all. I've gotta say, since you do read and lurk around here a lot, I think it's fairly obvious you know a lot more about what and what not to look for in a breeder than I did before I got my first yorkie. With that, I don't understand why you are getting your pup from this family. Really, I do
not understand why you are trusting them to give (um,
sell) you a puppy that will be a life long dedication.
You were the one who said you didn't like the situation, and there were about 20 dogs. Now you say she isn't that bad there's only 3 or 4 dogs in a few crates. Obviously you didn't feel great about the breeder in the first place, that's why you started this thread. Now you defend her?
Were you just looking for us to tell you, "it's ok, you're doing such a great thing by saving this baby from the horrible breeder."? By buying your puppy from this breeder you are putting money back in their pockets. Only breeders who breed for the betterment of the breed should be breeding. I have a feeling if a breeder is feeding Ol' Roy, they do NOT have the dogs best interest at heart. There are just far too many dogs in rescues and shelters being put down every day for just anyone to breed and continue the cycle of too many animals, not enough good homes.
