My Puppy Will Not Be Cuddled

[lillymae]

Originally Posted by kjc

Anytime a dog/puppy has any kind of a behavioral problem, a vet check is the first thing that should be done. I would think any professional trainer would know this and recommend one.

This is exactly what I was thinking back when the pup was 1st diagnosed with a possible health problem.

Brian have you called them & explained what was causing Robbie's shyness ? I think I would call them before starting legal action as they may be kind enough to just refund your money.

[Baby Blessing]

Originally Posted by bWY39

I Borrowed Him For A Time

I’ll lend you for a little while my grandest dog, he said.

For you to love while he’s alive

And mourn for when he’s dead.

It may be one or many years,

Or days, or months, you see.

But will you, till I take him back

Take care of him for me?

He’ll bring his charm to gladden you,

And should his stay be brief

You will have treasured memories

As solace for your grief.

I cannot promise he will stay,

Since all from earth return.

But there are lessons taught on earth

I want this dog to learn.

I’ve looked the wide world over

In my search for teachers true.

And from the throngs that crowd life’s lanes

With trust, I have selected you.

Now will you give him your total love?

Nor think the labor vain,

Nor hate when I come

To take him back again?

I know you’ll give him tenderness

And love will bloom each day.

And for the happiness you’ve known

Forever grateful stay.

But should I come and call for him

Sooner than you’ve planned

You’ll brave the bitter grief that comes

And someday you’ll understand.

I am so very sorry and know the heartache you are feeling. You and your Mrs. did all you could for your little man and he was very Blessed to have you both.
I must tell myself daily, it is not for me to try to understand lifes trials but to lean on God's understanding and HE will give us the strength and yes courage to do the things we need to do when needed. You and your Mrs. gave back to God your little one and now he is reaping all that one day we too will be blessed with and holding our loved ones forever.
Thank you for this Beautiful poem.
Hugs to you and your Mrs. from the both of us.
Patti and Jack

[bWY39]

Originally Posted by kjc

Anytime a dog/puppy has any kind of a behavioral problem, a vet check is the first thing that should be done. I would think any professional trainer would know this and recommend one.

I agree with you on that point.

When Bark Busters came to my home I did ask the question as to Brian Damage and she started laughing saying "NO WAY" it was just a shy dog.

I also agree that these trainers are not medical people but I was still sold a training programme I did not need and this was on the advice of an expert.

I am not placing blame I just feel angry that I was never advised to seek the opinion of a vet before they took my money I believed what the "expert" told me.

No matter what the reason for miss selling a contract it was in the end miss sold and I feel I am entitled to a refund but Bark Busters do not agree with me.

[bWY39]

I said I would keep you informed.

I have been advised by my lawyer that Bark Busters have agreed to a total refund and send me an apology.

My lawyer said that a trainer of any experience should be able to tell that a puppy is sick but not be expected or be able to diagnose the illness.

As the trainer advertisers as having over 25 years experience when dealing with dogs she is more than experienced and should have advised us to take my little man to the vet for a routine check up.

Anyway, I now consider this case closed there is no point prolonging the pain.

[concretegurl]

Originally Posted by bWY39

I am now instigating legal proceedings against Bark Busters who, when visiting to assess my little man said it was just an extremely shy puppy and charged me £290 for a years contract to help train him to see if we can overcome his shyness. (see original post)

I have told them that I want a full refund of my £290 as they miss sold me a contract through an incorrect diagnosis.

I will keep you informed of any news.

I feel my little man suffered that extra time because of the diagnosis made by Bark Busters.

I would value other opinions.

What about your original vet checks-anything come up then and what did the vet suggest?

Also have you contacted the breeder about this issue?