dissappointing call..

[lexi43]

I would also sue to get the baby back. I could never sleep not knowing where the puppy was. You should at least be given the name of the family where the dog was so that you could contact them and see what's going on. It's great that you are not going to give them another puppy but what about this poor baby. I know you don't want to rehome this puppy again but I think it's better off back with you again. If you have a written contract you should be able to win.

[Rhetts_mama]

Originally Posted by IamMiasmom

Ok I am in a similar pickle. My friend who I swear gets an animal discovers how much work they are parts with one of the house members and then gets another one. She asked me last night where I got Mia I said and then realized dang it I shouldn't have done that. SO now I feel I should go to the breeder who sold me Mia and explain this is not a great situtaion that she will become passed over at some point. They complain about the hair in the house, the barking, and how much it costs to groom. And to do it right they need a spa treatment ever 2 weeks max. I just don't see the level of dedication there in addition her little girl who is 10 is not easy with them. Mia weighs almost 3# on her birthday night, way to fine boned to get very rough with and not expect injuries. I suspect this is some kind of a bribe or competition with her daughters father. Very sad. I know the puppy could land into a much worse home but can honestly say this would not be a great place gto be, She has adopted from the human e society say a springer spaniel had it for months on end and then decides it is too hyper for her 1500 sq ft home. I told her that one needed to run and have space. SO what should I do or not do. She is my granddaughters mother and has a lot of weight if I get to see her.

I would say something to your breeder if I were you. Then she can at least be forewarned. If she chooses to sell to them anyway, then your conscience is clear.

[ArmaniMan]

I am so sorry, this must be really disappointing for you.

I understand not wanting to move the puppy around again- why not just ask to speak with/ meet the new family- this way you can feel better knowing you know where your puppy is without having to move them again.

[Nancy1999]

Originally Posted by tammy8833

i would be ok with it leaving me..going there and coming back to me..so that it can spend time with a potential family before it was placed again

but going from home to home to home..i worry about the pup for that reason...i would have hoped they would have contacted me when things werent working out and let me handle it as requested...

im not one to sue but i had hoped the contract would have been enough and after all the time we spoke i would have thought they would have contacted me first ..

Well, your contract gives you certain legal rights and you do have the right to learn the address of the new home, and go for a home visit to ensure your dog is being cared for properly. I mean you really owe it to the little guy.

[jojomima]

Wow. So sorry this happened. They definitely should have come to you first. I'm afraid I'm not as kind as you, I would have given them hell when they called.

Hope you feel better soon.

[roseslevi]

Originally Posted by Nancy1999

Well, your contract gives you certain legal rights and you do have the right to learn the address of the new home, and go for a home visit to ensure your dog is being cared for properly. I mean you really owe it to the little guy.

I agree with Nancy 1999 and Armani Man you should be able to find out where this puppy is located and visit the new owners. I think this would really give you peace of mind. I also would remind the old owners of the legal aspects of the contract that they ignored, if they are hesitant to give up the new address. Good Luck.

[camile]

This is only one of the reasons I have never had an interest in breeding, I would drive off any prospective buyer because of all my drilling. People lie! Of course they are going to tell you what you want to hear. Sorry, I just feel you need to be more proactive regarding the whereabouts of this little pup.

[tammy8833]

Originally Posted by Britster

That's terrible. You know what, I'm a 'poor' college student who manages to feed my dog high-end dog food, and give him the best care possible, and I think they had a LOUSY excuse. And to want another pup?! Why on earth do people think pets are disposable? I can't even in a million years imagine just giving Jackson to someone else, and then replacing him with another dog.

i totally agree

[MI Yorkielover]

Originally Posted by Nancy1999

Well, your contract gives you certain legal rights and you do have the right to learn the address of the new home, and go for a home visit to ensure your dog is being cared for properly. I mean you really owe it to the little guy.

I agree that since you do have a legal document and so you don't continually wonder how he's doing I would ask for a home check of the new owner, too. It might give you peace of mind to check on the puppy.

[Yorkiedaze]

You did the right thing in not selling to her again, and you should contact the breeder to let her know what happen in the event that lady goes to her for a puppy.

[tammy8833]

Originally Posted by Paisley10

There is something wrong with that entire story. I get the impression they aren't telling you everything.

thats what i felt..like something was missing

Originally Posted by TexasKat08

"the talk of limited funds made me wonder if the dog was sold for extra money instead..but thats just speculation"

hmmm -

I would be willing they sold the dog to "make ends meet." But I also wonder if they sold the dog for more than they paid you and maybe realize this could be a money maker for them. Either way, they can't be very bright if they think you would sell them another one of your babies after what they did.

I would pursue legal action as well, but that is costly so maybe it isn't an option.

i definitely wonder if it was sold to "make ends meet" as well

Originally Posted by Rhetts_mama

Wow. I would be upset, too. And I definitely wouldn't let them have any more of my pups.

I had a horrid thought. Was the pup sold on a spay/neuter contract? Did they "rehome" the pup before the spay/neuter was done to get around that? I hate being so suspicious of people the "can't feed it, but want to buy another dog" story doesn't ad up.

it wasnt disclosed in a contract..but when we were talking before and after the pick up it was agreed to have him neutered before puberty...at the vet i choose for her..because i called and got the price and said all she had to do was make the appt...the last time we chatted he was supposed to be neutered ..so im not sure if it was done or not

[tammy8833]

Originally Posted by IamMiasmom

Ok I am in a similar pickle. My friend who I swear gets an animal discovers how much work they are parts with one of the house members and then gets another one. She asked me last night where I got Mia I said and then realized dang it I shouldn't have done that. SO now I feel I should go to the breeder who sold me Mia and explain this is not a great situtaion that she will become passed over at some point. They complain about the hair in the house, the barking, and how much it costs to groom. And to do it right they need a spa treatment ever 2 weeks max. I just don't see the level of dedication there in addition her little girl who is 10 is not easy with them. Mia weighs almost 3# on her birthday night, way to fine boned to get very rough with and not expect injuries. I suspect this is some kind of a bribe or competition with her daughters father. Very sad. I know the puppy could land into a much worse home but can honestly say this would not be a great place gto be, She has adopted from the human e society say a springer spaniel had it for months on end and then decides it is too hyper for her 1500 sq ft home. I told her that one needed to run and have space. SO what should I do or not do. She is my granddaughters mother and has a lot of weight if I get to see her.

that is a pickle...i have called breeders i know and warned them about people =)

[yorkieusa]

That would make me sick, if something like that happened to me. I couldn't quit worrying and I would definitely seek out the puppy. I'd feel terrible wondering if the puppy was living in terrible conditions and not being properly cared for in a clean environment.

[tammy8833]

Originally Posted by FlDebra

I wonder if this is really a matter of training or lack of training. It makes no sense at all that anyone would not be able to buy food or pay for routine vaccines and then turn around and ask if they can buy another pup. They even said "well we would like to try again with a better knowledge of preparing for everything." Perhaps they know they went about house-training all wrong and now have a year old dog that is still not house trained. It is not uncommon for a Yorkie owner to wind up with a one year old that still is having accidents. I think house-training problems is the number one rehoming reason for Yorkies. I am betting this has a lot to do with this situation. Of course, they should never get another one of your pups. I would take the contract and reclaim my pup too. You need to establish that you are serious about that portion of your contract and you need to rehome the little one in a home YOU have checked out. It will also give you a chance to see if there is any other reason the owners may not have wanted to keep him.

i agree 100% with that having some do to with training

[tammy8833]

Originally Posted by ArmaniMan

I am so sorry, this must be really disappointing for you.

I understand not wanting to move the puppy around again- why not just ask to speak with/ meet the new family- this way you can feel better knowing you know where your puppy is without having to move them again.

i think thats what i will do...but i am going to write down a list of question so i dont forget anything