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by Skamp945 on 11 July 2014 - 02:07
I agree with several of you guys. In my years of AKC showing, we bred several litters and all you can do is research the people, ask questions, check references and say a big prayer for the puppy. Meeting the family is a must for me and even then you can get fooled. I sold a greyhound pup once to a Judge and his wife and at 6 mos old wanted to return the puppy because he grew too large - well duh, he saw both parents the many times they came to my house to view the pups. I really think that the new wore off the puppy and they were tired of him. Raising a puppy is a lot of work and some people think the pup should know what to do, poop outside, etc. when they are born. Of course I always took my dogs back but that one was a total surprise to me. It is very hard to "pick" the right person for the dog and all you can do is try.
by Nans gsd on 11 July 2014 - 20:07
Yep puppies are a lot of work but I have also picked up a very fat 8 year old male that got thrown into the backyard as he was too much trouble. I stipulated in my contract that any of my dogs are to come back to me no matter what the reason is. One still ended up in a shelter one time as she tore up the guys rug and drug it outside. WTF...Thank god I stayed active with rescue for most of my breeding years and they called me. So even a fool proof contract stating not to jog a youngster; not to get them fat, not to leave them outside as they are people dogs, they need you; not to do this, not to do that, blah, blah blah; some of mine still got into trouble for one reason or another. I also put in my contract that they HAD to attend a basic obedience class with puppy or dogs; I even hired a trainer to come to my place and train puppies in basic stuff; and some of those still got into trouble. That is why I hate breeding. Love the dogs though and try to protect them as much as possible. Sometimes it is just impossible to foresee all problems ahead of times and even with other breeders. Some of my worst nightmares were with other breeders and co ownerships. So you do take your chances with every sale particularly puppies. I had much better luck with young adults and finding forever homes that I could trust. Seems the commitment is there. Good days everyone, Nan
by Prager on 12 July 2014 - 02:07
Nice post jen.
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