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I have 11 f1 labradoodle puppies that I can’t sell. They are 8 weeks I’m selling for $700 which I think is fair. I’ve posted on puppies.com, Facebook pages, and puppyfinder.com any advise?

I have 11 labradoodle puppies that I can’t sell. I’m asking 700 have them posted on Facebook pages. Puppies.com puppyfinder.com and even craglist. I don’t know what to do at this point any advice?

I(27m) just got out of rehab and am trying to put my life back together after a very tumultuous few months. My sister(30f) was kind enough to let me stay in her house with her and her roommate while I complete outpatient, which I am very grateful for. The conditions are I take part in regular household duties, pay my part of rent and utilities, and most importantly, stay on track with my recovery (52 days sober, yay!)
For a little background, about a year and a half ago, my ESA past away. Kingly was the family dog until he bonded with me and I took him with me when I moved out. I noticed how good he was at taking care of me and began ESA and some therapy dog training. He was well behaved enough that I was allowed to take him in with me while I worked at different group homes and other healthcare settings. Hell, he was so good, we'd all joke he was the best coworker. He was an incredible dog and I miss his light in my life very much.
Now, to the problem. My friends and family are all encouraging me to get and train another dog as part of my recovery. This I'm totally on board with, however I don't want to get one while living here. My sister and her roommate already have two dogs, which are terribly behaved.
Don't get me wrong, I love these dogs, but they are menaces. Both are barely housetrained. I can let them both out and then go into another room, and when I come back there is already a mess on the floor. They are also barkers. Anything that catches their eye in the window sets them both off. They are generally bad mannered(though usually not aggressive) and neither my sister nor her roommate take any action to discipline or curb their behavior. Hell, my sister sometimes praises her dog for bad behavior, saying the dog is just a little wench(her dog is a Great Dane mix btw)
I don't want to raise and train a new dog in this environment where it will pick up these behaviors. An easy barker would never be allowed into a nursing home. Not to mention how much it would interfere with me just having a companion that doesn't destroy my own home.
My sister has been bringing up puppyfinder searches and asking when she could expect other paws in the house. I usually dodge it with saying I don't have a job yet, or I'm busy with outpatient assignments, but yesterday she was pretty persistent and I told her I didn't want to be responsible for a dog in this environment. We got into an argument about it and she called me a judgemental asshole and that she's doing me a favor already. She said that I needed one to progress in my recovery.
TLDR I'm living with my sister and she wants me to get a dog, but I don't want to raise it with her and her roommates dogs.
UPDATE: I appreciate all your feedback and advice. I did really question my decision, as I'm putting a lot on my sister right now. Me and her didn't talk again until yesterday as she's been very busy at work and stressed out.
We were able to calmly discuss the matter and I got to see her reasoning. As some suspected, yes she did partially want a new puppy to play with and somehow thought that I would train all 3 dogs by myself. But more than that, before becoming sober, I'd had a conversation with her that I'd completely forgotten about(thanks alcohol:p). I'd told her different ways Kingly had kept me responsible over the years eg. I can't get f'd up tonight, who will take him out in the morning, I can't drive under the influence, Kingly's in the car, or I can't call out of this shift, I promised the old ladies they'd get to see him ect.
That shed some light on her insistence. But I told her I'm sticking to my decision. Kingly kept me functional, not sober. It's up to me to learn how to do that on my own right now. For now though, we established some ground rules for training her dog that she'll also enforce and so we can at least have things a little more peaceful around here.

Hi, I currently looking for my dogs sibling. I know this is a huge Longshot, however I don't have access to the breeder and im currently awaiting on getting the money for a doggy dna test! Just in advanced, please do not judge.
We initially adopted our dog in an amish town in Ohio, we found him on Puppyfinder and didn't realize they were an amish breeder until we showed up and they arrived at the meeting point. He is a toy poodle mixed with a Miniature Aussie and is roughly 7lbs. He was born March 22nd 2022 and is full of energy.
Thank you so much!

I found one I’m interested in on puppyfinder.com but a friend of mine told me that website was a puppy mill which obviously I have concerns buying from but does anyone know and if so can you confirm or deny

Lost my GSD in Oct of 21 and due to some moves have waited until the start of 23 to try and get a new pup. Since the end of last year I have been reaching out to breeders with good reviews but most of them have had some slow response times in emails and I have not been able to find a puppy yet.
Are the online puppy markets legit such as the puppies.com, gooddog.com or puppyfinder.com? I'd prefer to go through a breeder with a good reputation and hesitant to use one of the sites where it might be a puppymill or not the best of lines.
Any recommendations to help find a puppy would be appreciated. Currently located in the Virginia Beach area and willing to do some driving if needed.

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Hi all,
I've recently begun my search for a puppy (Mini Dachshund to be exact) and am doing everything in my power to avoid buying from a 'puppy store'/mill/etc.
I came across an ad on puppyfinder for a breeder I suspect, based on what I've read in the wiki sidebar, may just be a casual breeder. I don't think they are registered anywhere, no mentions of AKC registrations or the like. Based on their website, they've been breeding dachshunds for years.
Despite that, what questions could I ask to determine if this person is selling healthy dogs? I've seen pictures of the parents. The dogs come with vet paperwork, de-wormed, and vaccinations.
What else should I ask, what else do I need to know, about the puppy/parents, or breeder in general?
Thanks

My client, who is also my in-law, is a responsible breeder.
His dog recently gave birth to 6 German Shepherd puppies, and I'm trying to help him sell them.
I'm a digital marketing consultant by trade. I'm running Google ads, and we're on Puppyfinder, Good Dog, AKC Marketplace, and the Pedigree Database. We're getting leads but no sales, and I'm at a total loss for what to do.
I would appreciate any suggestions or insight. Thanks!
Also mods, please note that I am not selling here. I am asking for tips on where to sell. Thanks!

My client, who is also my in-law, is a responsible breeder.
His dog recently gave birth to 6 German Shepherd puppies, and I'm trying to help him sell them.
I'm a digital marketing consultant by trade. I'm running Google ads, and we're on Puppyfinder, Good Dog, AKC Marketplace, and the Pedigree Database. We're getting leads but no sales, and I'm at a total loss for what to do.
I would appreciate any suggestions or insight. Thanks!

[Meta] New breed questionnaire for "What breeds are right for me?"
Please answer the following questions to the best of your ability. This is meant to get you thinking about your life with a dog and provide a basic introduction to some important concepts in dog 1. What breeds are you interested in and why? If not specific breeds, then what types of dogs are you interested in? Some examples of types include herding dogs, retrievers, small terriers, and more.

• I am very concerned with health issues as I have had a dog with Addison’s disease and I have a dog now with Cushing’s disease. Hypoallergenic, affectionate, obedient and trainable.

1. What role is your dog expected to fill and how do you envision your dog fulfilling that role? Here's a brief list to get you started: companion, hobby (tricks and casual sports participation), working dog, serious dog sports prospect, watch dog (intruder deterrent), service dog for a disability, emotional support animal to mitigate mental illness, etc. Click here if you’re interested in more than just a watch dog.

• companion, emotional support, hiking buddy

1. What experience do you have owning dogs? How about training dogs? Have you been the primary caregiver of a dog before? If yes, what breed(s)? What is your experience with puppy or senior dog care?

• I’ve always been around dogs. I am a dog person. In my spare time I help people find their lost dogs, tracking and trapping. I grew up in a house with a seeing eye/service dogs. As an adult I have been the primary caregiver to two dogs, first the caregiver to family dog (labradoodle) and now a standard Labradoodle who is my dog after all the kids have grown and left. I was and am responsible for all the training and care. When I have needed help with training I’ve hired trainers. I’m good with puppies and I’m good with seniors. My dog now is a senior.

1. Do you have other pets or are you planning on having other pets? If so, what breed/type, age, and sex are they? Please include cats and small animals.

• I have a standard Labradoodle (80lbs.) now that is eight years old.

1. Do you have children or are you planning on having children? Do you often have children as visitors, such as nieces, nephews, cousins, or friends' children? If you have children or children visitors, what are their ages? If you're planning on kids, when?

• No children. Possibly grandchildren in the future.

1. Do you rent or will you be renting in the future? If so, what breed or weight restrictions are on your lease? What type of building do you rent (condo, apartment, high-rise apartment, townhome, single-family home, etc)?

• I own my own home with a large fenced in backyard

1. Who lives in your household and who will be responsible for taking care of the dog? How do the other members of the household feel about having a new dog?

• I live alone.

1. How often do you have visitors to your home?

• weekly, often

1. Do you have a preference for rescuing a dog vs. going through a knowledgeable and reputable breeder? Please consider adopting a dog from a rescue or shelter. Look for a rescue organization that fosters their animals to get a more reliable assessment of a rescue dog’s behavior and needs. If you need a dog with very predictable health and behavior, you must go through a good breeder—not craigslist, not the newspaper, not Puppyfind or Kijiji, or anywhere else. Here is an introduction on why the quality of breeder is important and here is a list of questions that can help you find a good breeder. Feel free to search the subreddit or make your own post for more information.

• I am open to rescue and follow the rescue Facebook pages in my area, I am on lists for several organizations. I am always looking. But I understand I will probably end up seeking out a reputable breeder. I have been looking for a breeder but I need to pin down what kind of dog.

1. Do you want a puppy, a young adult (1-3 years), an adult, or a senior? Why? Puppy- huge time commitment required, adult personality/behavior unknown and impacted by early life experience but ultimately limited by genetics; Young adult- youthful exuberance and energy without the puppy headache, adult temperament/behavioral traits mostly apparent but fairly moldable by new life experiences; adult- personality fully formed but slightly moldable by new life experiences, steady energy requirements; senior- old, lazy, needs cuddles, grateful to be adopted.

• I understand the work involved with puppies and I am hesitant to skip that stage because of the bonding that takes place during it and the control one has over training. Also dogs lives are already so short I want to be there for the beginning.

1. What size dog are you looking for? Give the approximate height of the dog at the shoulders or mention breeds that are around the size you want. Also indicate if there are sizes you really don't want. Here is a size chart for your convenience.

• I am looking for a small to medium size dog. I like/love large dogs but I am in my 60s and eventually senior dogs need help walking, getting upstairs, getting into the car etc. I am thinking of a dog between 12 and 25 pounds and around 15 inches tall. I would like the dog to be able to hike with me and have been reading about small dogs that are capable of and enjoy hiking. I am in my 60s so the hiking is not too strenuous and I am prepared to carry a small dog in a backpack when they get tired.

1. How much barking is too much barking? Are you put-off by other, quieter vocalizations like grumbling or mumbling?

• I like a dog that will alert me to things going on. I also like a dog that I can train to be quiet once acknowledged for that alert. I’m not fond of yappy dogs and I am hoping that that is an issue of training. I adore all dog vocalizations/grumbling/mumbling etc.

1. How much regular brushing are you willing to do?

• I am accustomed to, if not daily brushing, at least four times a week. I could do more if necessary. I also use a groomer every six weeks.

1. How much shedding do you think you can handle? Some breeds of dogs shed more than others. Some breeds don't shed, but require trimming or other coat maintenance instead.

• No shedding. I am willing to do the work required with non-shedding dogs.

1. Are you open to trimming your dog's hair, cleaning ears, clipping nails, or doing other grooming at home? If not, would you be willing to pay a professional to do it regularly? Dogs that don't shed require regular trimming and other grooming to maintain their coat. All dogs need nail maintenance. Many breeds need regular ear cleaning.

• I am accustomed to taking my dog to the groomers every six weeks and handling the in between maintenance myself. My dogs are very well cared for.

1. How do you feel about slobber? What about farts? All dogs drool, but some breeds leave a slime trail. Others tend to be abnormally gassy.

• I don’t like slobber. I have an air purifier.

1. How eager-to-please or independent do you want your dog to be? Eagerness to please is known as being "biddable". Do you want your dog to listen to you because that's what dogs should do, or do you not mind if your dog ignores you unless you have something they want? Are you okay with something in between? Independent dogs require more motivation and effort to train and are less likely to look to you for help, giving the impression of being stubborn.

• Biddable. A dog that is trained and obedient is a happy and safe dog. I like to run my dogs off lead and you can’t do that with a dog that doesn’t have recall.

1. What sorts of training do you want your adult dog to have? Being able to learn a lot of commands and tricks is known as being "trainable". Think about the level of training your adult needs to have, as well. Aspirations beyond "sit", "stay", and "down" will be easier for some breeds than others. Some breeds struggle to get the basics.

• Trainable. I’d like a dog that will easily pass good citizen dog test and that I can take into nursing homes etc.

1. Is there any behavior you can’t accommodate? For example, aggression towards other dogs, stealing/carrying household objects, mouthiness, unbreakable focus on small animals, barking at the door, escaping enclosures, etc. Many undesirable behaviors are related to training and habits, but some are breed-related.

• I have grown somewhat weary of the food obsession trait in labradors. Of course I still love them.

1. How important is being able to let your dog roam off-leash in an unfenced area? Be aware of your area's leash laws and follow them.

• Very important. I like to hike with my dog and if I fell or something happened I wouldn’t want my dog to run off.

1. How long can you exercise your dog each day, on average? What kinds of exercise are you planning to give your dog regularly? For example, biking in the neighborhood for an hour, several 20 minute leisurely neighborhood strolls, two-hour long visits to the dog park, 45 minutes of fetch in a fenced yard, regular hiking or swimming, doggy day care two days a week, etc. For jogging or running, please include pace, distance, and terrain covered. Take note that puppies can’t start regularly biking/running/jogging until they’re over a year old, so think of ways to exercise your dog for the first year or two, as well.
2. when I’m not hiking an hour each day with my dog I will take him on two or 3 thirty minute walks daily. We also spend a lot of time working or playing in the backyard. I can slow that down for a dog that would not be as active but I don’t think I could handle a dog that requires more than that.
   
3. How long do you have to devote to mental stimulation each day? Mental stimulation is necessary for many working breeds and encompasses training of all kinds, from basic obedience training at home to training for a serious competitive sport, or even training for a real job. Games and puzzles where you actively engage the dog count as mental stimulation too.
   

• I do lots of training at home and in groups (as needed), also puzzles and playing with my dog. My dog is always with me and we are always interacting.

1. Where will the dog be kept when alone and where will the dog sleep? Will the dog be crated, kept in a single room, left to roam the house, kept outside in a yard, in a dog run, or somewhere else?

• The dog will be crate trained in the beginning and will always have a crate to retreat to when they want. When the dog is a puppy I use a crate and an enclosed area (kitchen). The dog will sleep in a crate or bed beside me from the beginning and if they want to they will sleep on the bed with me. My next home will be a rancher because I am very sad that my senior dog cannot make it up the steps to sleep in my bedroom anymore.

1. How often and for how long will the dog be left alone? On an average day, how long will nobody be in the house?

• I am very fortunate to work at home. I take my dog everywhere I possibly can, another reason for a biddable dog. My dog is never alone for more than four hours at a time.

1. If needed, could you hire a dog walker, pay for doggy day care, or come home during lunch to take care of your dog? Puppies need to be let out every few hours and your schedule should be flexible for the first few months of owning a new puppy. Adults can be left alone all day, but more than 9-10 hours is pushing it.

• I have a very good doggy daycare in my neighborhood that I have used on occasion and I’m willing to do so again if necessary.

1. What is the general location in which you live? You can decline to answer, but responses will likely assume you’re somewhere in the US without breed-specific legislation (BSL).

• I live in Southern Jersey

1. What is the average temperature of a typical summer day where you live? A typical winter day? Please indicate Celsius or Fahrenheit. Also include the climate of places you may move to, if known.

• Summers can go up to 100° F. Humidity is high. Winter lows are usually right at freezing. If the day is too hot or too cold for me it is too hot or cold for my dog.

1. On a scale of 1 to 10, how prepared are you to care for a dog and prioritize its well-being over your career, entertainment, or other life choices for the next 12 or more years? Do you have an emergency plan for the dog in case something were to happen to you or your living situation?

• #10. I don’t have children or a husband and I am fully prepared and eager to take on all responsibilities for a dog. My back up plan is the care of the dog would go to one of my adult children who are also responsible dog owners.

1. Are you aware of the costs associated with dog ownership on an average annual basis? Have you budgeted for additional emergency veterinary care and/or pet insurance? Dogs are expensive. If you can’t afford the maintenance costs of a dog including routine vet care, emergency vet care, and medications, then you can’t afford a new dog. Please fully budget for your new pet. The purchase price of the animal is a drop in the bucket compared to the lifetime costs associated with caring for that animal.

• I learned with my first dog to get insurance. Having a dog with Addison’s disease and a dog with Cushing’s disease I am well aware of the expenses involved with ordinary care and unforeseen injury and disease.

One of my dogs had puppies. I've found homes for most but am still trying to find homes for 4. I posted an ad on puppyfind.com 2ish weeks ago. Yesterday I got a reply from my post and I just want some input...
The person asked if I would accept a check for the dog. I responded that I would accept a cashier's check. The buyer will mail it to me and arrange for pickup by a "nanny." Below are the text messages I received that are sending me red flags:
"The check will include the money that will be sent to the nanny picking up the puppy from you once payment clears.
As soon as the check clears deduct your funds and the rest will be sent to the nanny, so they will come down to your location to pick up after when the puppy is ready for the pick up."
I made it clear that pick-up of the puppy would be at a safe space location (parking lot of my local state police barracks).
Should I be concerned about the way the buyer is paying for the dog or that a "nanny" will be sent to retrieve the dog and I'm expected to provide the payment to them? also, should I be concerned about the dog potentially being used as a fighting dog and the potential owner is trying to hide his identity?

Hello, I am looking to adopt a puppy. This site seems to match people with breeders all over the nation which is great as I am unable to find the dog I want in my area. However, I can't find alot of information online about this site and decided to ask. To clarify, this site is different than Puppyfind. com Has anyone used/heard of this site? And any tips on puppy adoption with reputable breeders?
Thank you

TLDR: Based on my experience, I would recommend avoiding Monica Aguiar as an Australian Shepard breeder in Oregon if you are looking for pups. Skim through my experience below if you want to make the judgment for yourself. This was also a way for my to finally move on and to try and stop thinking about this situation and being so upset by it.
The Aussies Parents codes for my pups were:
Sire: RRA Red Sun DN63706701 (AKC)
Dam: MA Blue Moon Aguiar E216239 (ASCA)
First thing I want to point out some red flags I wish I took more seriously before taking the pups home.

1. The breeder changed her prices multiple times before the pups were even 8 weeks old. When I brought it up, she tried to tell me this was normal and I believed her. With further research online, more reputable breeders will usually keep their prices the same until they are at least older. We provided a down payment when the litter was only about 3 wks old. Only a couple weeks after, the price was dropped from $2000 to $1500 for her siblings. Another couple weeks (still before I picked the pup up) she dropped the price to $1200.
2. The breeder also allowed me to purchase two puppies, which based on further research is not something reputable breeders would commonly do.
3. The breeder stated the runt of the litter passed away. I thought this could be somewhat common or normal, but I am unsure in retrospect if it was a lack of care/experience that could have caused it (and I'll really never know).
4. She stated this litter was accidental.
5. She didn't know her male was an MDR1 carrier until after I questioned more about their genetic history. This means the litter was made with two carrier parents which is very bad practices. I believe she stated she bought another female because of this (so at least it seems like she is correcting the mistake), but I should have taken this red flag much more seriously with respect to her potential professionalism and lack of experience. She also didn't offer to reduce the price after finding this out based on my question, but shortly later reduced them to get them out of her house.

These red flags were looked passed since we had our hearts set after meeting the pups in person and the breeder seemed so kind, genuine, and caring. The breeder was so nice by sending us updates and videos weekly. She was willing to let us have a choice between two females depending on if one of them had Heterochromia. This meant we were getting update pictures for both of them. When the final decision was made on one of the pups with Heterochromia (Cherry), we got an update video where the breeder was holding her and stated "it looks like you beat your sister out of a home." Whether it was intentional or not, those words rang in my head for awhile. It was the reason I even brought up buying the two sisters to my household (Cherry and Rose). She agreed to sell them both to me (one for $2000 the other for $1500).
The night we brought the pups home was on Christmas day and they seemed to be pretty comfortable with us. To make sure the pups were safe we watched them 24/7. I really mean this since we had 5 adults on vacation. People were watching them outside, inside, and while they slept over night. The night we got them, Rose had a terrible seizure at 5:15 am (26th). I notified the breeder that morning with a detailed description of the event, and brought her into the vet the following day for a check up. The following days were so dreadful and full of stress/worry since no one of my household had every owned or took care of pets that seized.
A couple nights later, Rose seized again at 6:45 am, and again we contacted the breeder and also took Rose out for an emergency vet visit. The vet mention that it could potentially be blood sugar level issues due to them being near a similar time at night. We asked if bloodwork would help, and we were told that usually puppy blood work can be pretty finicky and it most likely wouldn't be able to help us with the seizure issues (unless bloodwork was done at the time of the seizure to try to rule out blood sugar issues) so we opted not to get blood work done. We talked about feeding times to the vet and mentioned that we were feeding them twice a day: once at 8-9am and once at 4-5pm. We had these feeding times and frequency based on what the breeder told us her feeding times were. My vet (and a quick google search) can tell you that this is not the proper feeding schedule for puppies this age and that they should be fed 3-4 times a day spread out more (red flag #6). We gave this information to the breeder and talked about why we didn't do bloodwork and how we were changing her feeding based on the vet's recommendations.
One of the key difference with the second seizure/event, is that we setup cameras for her after the first event so we could get it on recording if it occurred again. After notifying the breeder and providing the video, I expect a sympathetic response, but instead I got "that doesn’t really look like a seizure to me." Even after I stated that she urinated, defecated, and was chattering during it - there was no acknowledgement of the issue. But she did state "If I had known or seen a seizure myself I would not have sold her without informing the new owners."
Here were some of the many things we contemplated on to make our next move:

• Rose was the living runt of the litter
• Rose seemed much more lethargic in comparison to her sister
• The vets questioned if Rose was a mini due to her lack of development and low weight
• Cherry could get very aggressive with Rose, and since Rose was much smaller and having health issues we were really worried what could occur during a seizure in the future (if they continued to occur)
• This last week was the most I have cried in my entire life due to the stress and strain over making sure rose was okay and being watched. I felt so much dread every morning asking my roommate if she was okay overnight.
• If Rose did continue having problems, we felt it would be best for her to grow up in a lower energy household (without other rambunctious pups) and with somebody that could handle her special needs.
• based on the "health guaranteed" we didn't have much time to act (not that this guarantee actually meant much in the end)
• We felt if we had to make the choice of giving her to a better home, it would be best to do it prior to getting even more attached

Based on these points and more household discussions, we made the daunting decision to return Rose to the breeder to be Rehomed to a home that can handle her special needs. We talked over phone with the breeder about this and we mentioned a partial refund (but with no acknowledgement about it from the breeder). When we met the breeder in person to return Rose, the breeder seemed so concerned and worried for the pup that she stated was "like her baby." I felt a lot more comfortable after this interaction since I just wanted what was best for Rose and in the moment I honestly felt the breeder could provide that. I even intentionally didn't bring up money in-person since I wanted the focus to be on Rose first. If a little bit of the money didn't get refunded for tests for her I would have been completely fine with that.... But things went down a way we never would have expected.
Here is a summary of how things went after we dropped Rose off. If you want to see the exact wording HERE are the screenshots of the worst spot in our conversation. The breeder wanted to do bloodwork on her (Even after we talked about why we didn't do it for her and what our vet stated). The day the bloodwork was completed she stated that the Rose was healthy based on her bloodwork and that because of this there would be no refund. She also questioned (again) if we wanted her back or if we wanted to rehome her. This was really frustrating because at this point we had already stated multiple times (through text, phone, and in person) that we cannot handle the issues she has been having and think she'd be better off in a more equipped home. Here is where I felt the breeder didn't really even care for the dog and in a way just wanted to be done with her.
She also stated "The blood work cost me $160 so it wasn’t cheap and I have been advised to seek repayment for that since I only had to do that based off what you were telling me." Which was completely false since I stated multiple times why we didn't do bloodwork and that blood sugar levels would mostly only be useful if it was after a fast or during a seize (to only weed out blood sugar related seizures). After I confronted her about this payment, she later stated "I wasn't going to charge you the $160." Which really just made me feel like she was going to try to get any bit of money out of me just because she knew I cared for Rose.
Pretty much anything I said after that was ignored and during the conversation the breeder:

• Attacked my character by stating "So what it looks like to us is that you just didn't want her anymore" and trying to manipulate the situation to be that I was returning Rose because the two pups were too much to handle. By doing this, pretty much disregarding any type of health issues we've experienced with Rose.
• Wouldn't answer if she even watch/recorded Rose while in her possession during the 5-7 am time period the events were occurring during
• Wouldn't answer if Rose was fasting or fed prior to the blood work done (which since we were worried about hypoglycemic episodes a fast is what was needed to be tested during). Based on the 10:44am time stamp, I would assume she most likely was already fed prior to her bloodwork (making it much less useful for hypoglycemic diagnosis).

And worst of all.... You know why I have to make that assumption? THE BREEDER GHOSTED ME AND POTENTIALLY BLOCKED ME for multiple days (Red flag #∞)! The bulk of the drama happened in one day, she seemed decent for the most part and then completely flipped becoming a very unprofessional and rude person. At this point, I'm mostly frustrated that I even left poor Rose in this breeders arms, since she seems to only wants to acknowledge anything that agrees with Rose being a healthy puppy. Knowing that the breeder might try to resell her as a healthy puppy is the worst part to me. I really hope Rose is able to get a home that will really take care of her needs.
A few days later I took a shot at meeting somewhere in the middle by sending her a request on Venmo for only 67% of the purchase price. I also stated if it was denied that I would be consulting with a lawyer to pursue legal action. She denied the request and a couple days later sent me this last paragraph. At this point I contemplated asking a bunch of question about what she stated, since she still has yet to tell me if she observed her over night, if she had recorded her during the 2 hour period that we encountered the seizures, if she ate before her bloodwork, or if she changed their feeding schedule. And to be completely honesty, I don't know if I'd be able to believe what she could have said in response at this point.
She also previously stated she was recommended to charge us for the $160, then that she wouldn't, and is now back to charging us for the $160 bloodwork we didn't request. The only thing I could think is that I don't know if anything useful would actually come out of the conversation I could have had with her at this point. I decided to take the $600 to avoid the trouble and strain from going to court with her. I really hope she is being honest about Rose's health, but I don't know and I don't think I will never know the truth.
All I can say is that I have learned a lot from this situation and anytime I think about it I tear up and get a huge knot in my stomach. I know this was a really long read, but hopefully others can be warned about my experience with this breeder specifically, or at least see some of the red flags I should have taken more seriously. Please, please try to buy from a researchable and reputable breeder (and get reviews if you can!). Currently I am out a good chunk of money, out so much time, felt so much anxiety, and worst of all I don't even get to know if Rose is going to be okay where she ends up. Please learn from my mistake.

I just want to say that I'm really glad this puppy's name is Kolbyhold. Kolbyhold.
I think his facial markings look like he's trying to contact alien intelligence.

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The seller sent me photos of the parents which are clearly a black tri and red merle.
QUESTION: Is it possible that a black tri and red merle can produce a white puppy without defects?
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