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Originally Posted by nica24nj I can only speak from my experience, and Harry (purchased from Top Knotch) was from Brazil. I wasn't allowed to have him until 16 weeks. This was because he wasn't allowed to be shipped from Brazil until 12 weeks. So your "ripped from the mommy" comment really irritates me, since this is exactly what happens when breeders sell too early in the States, where there is no regulation as to when he can be shipped and sold! I had to wait for quarantine and vet exams! When I purchased my maltese, Maggie, from a breeder, who allowed her to be sold at 11 weeks (if your knowledgable, you know 12 weeks is the recommended time, and since she was pick of the litter, (the breeder only had a male Maltese, she breeds Yorkies), which means she removed her from the mother too early. Maggie, at 2 years old, already had to have a luxating patella operation, and will need the other knee done eventually, and this is from a reputable breeder. Harry, God bless him, is as healthy as a horse! It is evident in the two dogs, Harry is very socialized and happy go lucky. Maggie is skittish, with many issues, which I really believe is from being removed from her mom too early. Dogs are bought for breeding purposes from other countries all the time. How do we know what results they will produce in this country? With internet breeders, dogs are shipped all over the country, a lot younger than Harry was when he was sent from Brazil. And inside this country, there are no quarantine or mandatory vet exams, so I think the regulations Susan has to abide by provides us with more protection than inside the states. I really didn't care where Harry was from, he was just such a cute little guy, and her paperwork was impeccable, so I felt very comfortable purchasing from her. There is also not a cage in the house, the puppies are kept in walled areas (2 ft. walls) with there own play areas. I think anyone who visits her setup, will be very impressed. She is not afraid of you coming back either, evident by the reunions she holds (huge party) and all of the other functions she sponsors at the farm (doggie training, grooming, etc.). I am not related to Top Knotch, I happened onto her ad in the Atlantic City Press. Then I found her website, and since my purchase and experience, my sister-in-law bought a shorkie and my friend went to get a puggle. Even if you don't buy, a visit is well worth your time if you love dogs! (be forewarned, you won't be able to resist). P.S Susan did not just say "she's been there" She was there and came back with many, many photo's which she posted on her website. |