How old is too old?

[kjcmsw]

I'm wondering if those that hope the owner of the dog would give (pre-arrange) it back in the event of something happening to them I assume the breeder would now be "buying" that dog back for what the owner paid for it (in the event of death, paid to the survivor)...is that correct? If not, isn't the breeder essentially "leasing" the dog, rather than selling it? It's one thing to say you'd be willing to take the dog back but demanding someone do so wouldn't fall under the conditions of a "sale" as once someone has made a purchase it's theirs and the "pre" owner relinquishes all rights and privileges no matter what a "sale" contract might add, as it a contract must be "reasonable" in the eyes of the law. Anyway, just wondering as it seems odd to try to dictate someone else's "property" --- which I know it's a live animal and we don't like to refer to our little babies as "property" but in the eyes of the law, like it or not, it's "property" bought and paid for.

[Elle]

If it's an age of question it must be bought up. You cannot be worried about hurting feelings when it comes to care for your puppies. The contract must say the right thing. You need to have another family member involved that will know about the contract!

[Marilize]

Originally Posted by kjcmsw

I'm wondering if those that hope the owner of the dog would give (pre-arrange) it back in the event of something happening to them I assume the breeder would now be "buying" that dog back for what the owner paid for it (in the event of death, paid to the survivor)...is that correct? If not, isn't the breeder essentially "leasing" the dog, rather than selling it? It's one thing to say you'd be willing to take the dog back but demanding someone do so wouldn't fall under the conditions of a "sale" as once someone has made a purchase it's theirs and the "pre" owner relinquishes all rights and privileges no matter what a "sale" contract might add, as it a contract must be "reasonable" in the eyes of the law. Anyway, just wondering as it seems odd to try to dictate someone else's "property" --- which I know it's a live animal and we don't like to refer to our little babies as "property" but in the eyes of the law, like it or not, it's "property" bought and paid for.

I actually think that it is more a case of 'leasing' the puppy to his new owners than selling. Most reputable breeders feel responsible for the puppy throughout their entire life and they certainly want to be informed if the puppy changes ownership or homes. It's part of making sure that the dog you brought into life is taken care of.

That being said, the breeder isn't going to run over and claim dogs unnecessarily - it's just a matter of ensuring the pup's welfare.