All it takes is a little "stress" from a new environment for a puppy to develop coccidia. It is quite commmon. It is really not usually a "fault" thing as far as the breeder and, if you asked to get the puppy earlier than the breeder wanted to let him go, and, depending on how much you paid for the puppy, I think the breeder is probably right in asking you to bear this expense. Usually, most contracts only guarantee against genetic defects. Normal health issues are sometimes unavoidable and puppies can get sick with no apparent "cause" just because they are young and have undeveloped immune systems.
I am so happy that he was able to be treated and will be fine. My daughter's puppy got coccidia 3 days after we brought him home and he was 10 weeks at the time. Unfortunately he was allergic to sulfa which is what albon is made of and is the common medication for treating coccidia. Luckily my breeder knew about Chorid which is used to treat cows and horses I think and this cured him in 5 days.
We just need to be happy that our babies get better and live happy, healthy lives. |