[gemy]

This has never happened to me. And I'm so sorry it happened to you!.

Runny stools are not uncommon when the pup is getting used to his new environment, but definite mention to the vet on Friday or earlier as you said. Make sure he keeps well hydrated and warm (sure you know this too).

I would want a BAT test done unless the breeder did one before releasing the pup to you. 16 wks is the recommended time frame for this test. Bile Acid Test. It is a simple test and is done with a blood draw.

I don't know the laws in the US, but you definitely were lied to, and that doesn't sit well with any-one. I'm not sure if you did ask the breeder for the AKC registration number and names of the sire and dam, but that could have been a huge flag if she was unwilling or unable to supply their details. BTW do you have any written documentation where she refers to the sire and dam as AKC registered? Emails, posting on her website?

There are facilities that do genetic testing, not too expensive I believe. Mars testing is one name I have heard of.

There was a thread on here in Breeders Review I believe where a similar situation occured. You can do a search to see if you can locate it.

I would want to have a very very through check out of this pup; given that she lied to you about the registry of her dogs. Go to the vet with stool sample, urine sample, ask these be tested. Also have the vet perform a through exam, knees (you want to know if this pup has LP - luxating patellas, eyes, ears, testicles(are both descended?), Bat as mentioned before, heart (listened to), hips palpated (see that vet does extension and internal rotation), hock joints (should be supple, not lose or rigid), rib spring. Exam skin (looking for clear skin, no rashes, bumps, or abrasions). Look at mouth and teeth.

Your pup looks very cute indeed.