I would be sure to deduct some amount because she is not keeping the puppy as long, to cover the shots she is not providing etc. I would get her to sign a paper saying she will take responsibility for any health problems that occur due to the puppy being too young to leave its mom.
I don't know the puppy lemon law in your state, but I think most cover illness for a certain period of time, and genetic problems for longer. You should get the illnesses covered for longer. For example if ideally a pup is weaned at 12 weeks, and you would have illness covered for 6 more weeks, that would be until 18 weeks, so even though you are taking him at 6.5 weeks,you should still have breeder cover vet care through 18 weeks. Do I make any sense? The word here is compromise. If you are willing to take the baby early, what is SHE willing to do. Also, with a puppy so young YOU will have to be getting up,to constantly check and feed him. That is additional hardship on you. It's like having a newborn baby with night feedings. Even at 8 weeks you would be doing it, but Now you will do it for longer.
Who will be watching the new momma? Why can't the puppies stay and have someone else watching them? I think she is making up a story as others have suggested, to save herself money. If not, she should be willing to work with you.
Good luck. |