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Originally Posted by Ringo1  I know this thread has taken a different turn ~ but it got me curious ~ what recourse do breeders have if their buyers DO break the contract?
I signed a contract as well that indicates I would return Lucy to the breeder. Let's say I rehomed her with a different party (I won't be doing that BTW!) . . does the breeder have any legal recourse?
I saw that many of you would be angry, as would I, but are there steps you could/would take to get the puppy back into your possession?
Just curious as to how strong/enforceable these contracts are.
NOT that I plan on breaking it . . . but my legal bent wants to know. |
Of course, depends on what State/Country you reside in...
That you have to ask, shows your breeder has a kinda shoddy contract. The breeder's recourse should you fail to return the dog to her and rehome elsewhere, should be clearly defined in the contract.
Legally, yes the breeder would have recourse even if not specified, but what recourse would be as the discretion of the Court if the contract doesn't clearly state what it is. In other words, I poorly written contract can end up costing the breeder more in legal fees than what he/she would recoup.