Puppie with a Hernia
 

Hey everyone, I took my puppies to the vet yesterday to get the second round of shots and they told me my little female has a hernia. He also said that it was not a big deal but, he would have her spayed when they went in to fix the hernia. I have been so torn on witch puppy to keep the boy or girl and had decided on the male but, now I am back to square one again. All I wanted to begin with is a lap baby so what do ya'll think.

Will I have a hard time selling the female with the hernia and how much should I ask for her?
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If you have a dog with a known health issue (or something that could develop into one) as a breeder you have a moral obligation to inform the buyer of this.

That being said you also have a moral obligation to your puppy.

In the case of a suspected or diagnosed Hernia you need to inform your buyer but I wouldn't be in a hurry to heavily discount your dog.

If the problem was severe it would need to be operated on immediately (in most cases) in which case you should get that done before selling the puppy.

If the condition is either going to go away or require minor surgery at a later date, this is where you can negotiate with your buyer to cover those costs or contribute towards them IF they arise. You would want to perhaps offer a small reduction in the price plus a share of any vet bills up to a maximum figure.

The buyer has an option to walk away and realistically that is one they should take if they are not willing to consider the situation logically or are trying to get your puppy for peanuts.

When problems arise one gets an opportunity to evaluate people. Good breeders and informed buyers will act responsibly, reasonably and rationally.