would you take it back? - Page 3

My question is this; if so many don't think of dogs in any kind of emotional capacity, then WHY the f do you have them? Whatever is wrong with a dog or puppy, it's NEVER the puppy's fault and to hear such callous talk about what to do with the "shit" the breeder produced is just nauseating. "Emotions" and "attachment" are exactly why we like dogs for companionship!

I am wondering what breeders typically do with the pups that are returned due to health issues. One reason I couldn't give our pup back that had hip and elbow dysplasia was because the breeder said he would have him euthanized and I believe he would've.

Only the shallow, Jenni, and hopefully a minority. 

Starrchar, I would say you hit that nail on the head, too.  I've read on here, how many dog "breeders" even seem to brag at that ease of ability, to kill unwanted puppies!

Beetree, I'm not sure they are a minority. Just read through this thread. One would think those of us who even join internet forums to talk dogs are true dog enthusiasts, and a logical jump, to me, would be to assume we are dog lovers and think of them in a slightly different way than, say, a sweater or perhaps some throw pillows.

I agree Beetree. If the breeder should take back the pup then who would want "damaged goods". The two go hand in hand. If one thinks the breeder should take pup back one should expect it may be disposed of again. As returning the pup is a form of disposale. Euthanizing is just a perm. form. But if the agreement states this as on option then discuss with breeder. But more than likely something like this in this breed is not stated.
Reggie

I see them as both companions and very valuable "tools" and working partners. I value them very much, both from a standpoint of appreciating the tasks they are capable of and being very emotionally attached to them. Therefore, when I breed, I try to breed the best I can, and provide other like-mided people with the best puppies I can, sound in both body and mind. HOWEVER, should something not go quite right and a pup has a relatively minor issue or two (such as cherry eye in a Basset), I would be disgusted if the buyer had such an attitude like Sitasmom and Nansgsd brought up and would certainly take the puppy back, for the puppy's sake, but only when hell freezes will they get another dog from me. I'd give them their money back and bid them good riddance.  

as a breeder, if a puppy was rejected by the buyer for genetic health reasons, i would rehome that puppy at little or no cost to the adoptive family and give my client a replacement puppy that is worth the price that was paid for it....

cherry eye isn't something to pts a pup over, but the buyer paid a premium price for a top quality puppy......she should get what she paid for....



 

Update - puppy died during surgery to fix eyes.

Breeder refuses to help with expenses and will not send another puppy.

Breeders should be responsible for what they produce.

She should have taken it back and gotten a different puppy.

Now she has nothing but bills and is super depressed.

Very sad ending to a really bad situation........

If you give your friend a puppy that would probably cheer her up and help her keep costs down.