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Originally Posted by mimimomo  That's a tough one, I can see where you feel you need to rescue this puppy but @ the same time, you're supporting this unethical breeder.
I would somehow try to get the puppy w/out paying the amount owed (like maybe mention the below law being broken)...& please get parvo vaccine right away (a pup as young as 6 weeks can get this shot). Call your vet ahead of time to make sure they have just the parvo shot for your pup bc they usu use the combo. Wrap your puppy in a blanket & don't let her touch the tables @ the vet's office, don't let her come in contact w/anything. Also get pet insurance that covers inherited diseases. It is illegal in some states (including CA & Colorado) to sell under-aged puppies. https://www.animallaw.info/statute/c...ities-act#s108
(k) To sell, transfer, or adopt dogs or cats under the age of eight weeks; |
Excellent idea....although puppy mills and dog mixers do NOT pay attention to laws!!! And this is exactly why these scam artists continue to thrive.....cheap dogs, setting people up to feel guilty or sorry if they dont "rescue" this puppy.....and then when this unfortunate puppy hits the fan, leaving the new owner devastated and heartbroken, that saw all the flags and thought they could surmount any issues or problems, health or psychological..... Better have a nice emergency fund of at least $3000.00 to pay for health issues you may encounter while the pup is less than a year old, as well as paying for trainers and behaviorists to deal with separation anxiety, bitting behaviors, etc.....but like they say, let the buyer beware! There was an old country song about getting stuck on train tracks, bells and whistles and lights flashing as warning, and you get hit by the train, don't blame the train! Have you ever owned a yorkie? Have you ever owned a puppy this young? This "breeder" knew EXACTLY what she was doing....she has done it on every litter she has ever produced. But you get what you pay for......no overhead, minimal time invested in puppies, cheap dogs, .....and BTW, "registration" means very little and is not a guarantee of anything for YOU. Good luck with your puppy....praying for this innocent little trusting soul.
Tell that woman you are going to call and see if, since it is illegal for HER to sell a puppy younger than 8 weeks old, is it illegal for YOU to receive a puppy that is sold illegally.....see what she says!