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Originally Posted by Lovetodream88  I doubt it just popped up and the price she quoted for the surgery is completely wrong. So she is giving buys false info and not letting them know how serious the surgery is, it's 8 weeks minimum crate rest. The surgery has to be done by an orthopedic surgeon not a regular vet. It will cost over $1000. If she was concerned why would she not get the pup his surgery and then sell him after he is healed or how can she know he will get the care he needs? A reputable breeder does not breed dogs with LP period and it would seem weird to me that a pup was diagnosed with it and then she suddenly found out her breeding dog had it. Is she retiring this dog? Has she contacted every owner of a pup who was sired by him? That is what would speak volumes of the type of breeder. It also seems odd she would not I inform the potential buyer of all the issues LP can cause like ACL tears. |
Taylor, I don't think its any potential buyers business what her future plans are with the dog in question and if she called every sired puppy. What speaks volumes is this breeder has been breeding for 30+ years, sits on the YTCA, is actively showing to improve the breed, and pretty much is recognized among several other reputable breeders as someone to aspire to. I think we just can't say to someone don't buy from this person because of this. It's not a big red flag in my opinion. I do wish that you would be a little bit more open minded. The price quoted for the surgery could be the cost of the surgery, just not including anesthesia, blood work, etc. I get that you have experienced having a dog with LPs and having to do surgery etc. But you live in Maryland. This is GA, that's a major difference in some prices for vet services. Some vets may even do LP surgeries and not go the specialist route. I don't think its false info or she's trying to blindside or run a scam on any potential buyer. She was upfront and gave information.