HeavyPaws Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 Two of my relatives have made the {bad} decision to buy a puppy. Thanks to the recent puppy milling ads, they've done research and absolutely will NOT buy from anyone but a registered, responsible breeder. That's the only plus in this entire story. They're set on a particular breed, will not consider anything else. They love the unique look of the breed and won't sway from it. All my suggestions for more energy-suitable dogs were met with big "no, no way, it HAS to be....." At this point in their lives, I know a puppy wouldn't be the best thing for them. They've just declared their second bankruptcy and are thinking of selling their house to pay their debts off. They have no money at all, I've loaned them $2000 just this year so they could pay their bills and eat. Yet they desperately want a puppy, and when I brought up the money issue, outlining all the costs of a dog, they said they'd just lie to the breeder they chose and make them think they had plenty of money. The breed they've chosen is fairly cheap, and they've scraped together money to buy the puppy straight out, but they admit freely they won't have the money to desex, vaccinate, go to training or buy reasonable food. My question is. If you knew someone who would be an absolutely horrible choice for a puppy, who was planning on lying to a breeder regarding their level of ability to care for a puppy, would you call/email the breeders of that breed and let them know not to sell to the people of that name? Or is it one of those things you just shrug and say "Well, nothing I can do" and let them and the puppy suffer for their lie? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TsarsMum Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 are you prepared for the fall out if they find out what you have done? As if you are not then walk away if you can then yes tell the breeders. but will it stop them? probly not they get one one way or another Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WreckitWhippet Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 Yep, have done it before and would do it again. Some breeders will tell you to piss off, others like myself are thankfull for the heads up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paptacular! Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 I would put a warning out there. Some unscrupulous breeders might not care, as long as they can get a sale. But I think warning them is the right thing to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D & D Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 If you knew someone who would be an absolutely horrible choice for a puppy, who was planning on lying to a breeder regarding their level of ability to care for a puppy, would you call/email the breeders of that breed and let them know not to sell to the people of that name?Or is it one of those things you just shrug and say "Well, nothing I can do" and let them and the puppy suffer for their lie? It's not just them and the puppy who will suffer. I'd be more inclined to think of the breeder, who has hopefully put their heart and soul into bringing this puppy into the world. It would be heartbreaking for them to realise later on what a bad decision they've made in puppy buyers. I'd like to think I'd warn the breeder, but I've fortunately never been in your position. Good luck with whatever you decide to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mortonplace Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 Please let the breeder know then atleast you know you have tryed your best Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spottychick Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 I probably would. But I'd definitely stop lending them money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jed Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 Yep, I would do it, and so would the majority. Most of the breed lists contain the names of people who are black listed, and reasons for it, so other breeders can decide - and most of them decide not to sell. The dogs need some protection too. Breeders try, and the more information they have, the better it is for the dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whiskedaway Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 If it was a breed where I knew the breeders fairly well, then definitely. If it was a breed I wasn't so sure about, I'd find someone who does know the breed and check with them what the best course of action is. But I'd be more likely to tell breeders than not, I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hafhafa Hounds Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 You can't stop anyone buying a puppy... but.... With a bit of luck they do choose an ethical & responsible breeder who does ask for refs, does a house check and calls their vet. I'd tell. I'd want you to tell me, if I was the breeder. Sonia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moselle Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 If they cannot even manage to pay for vaccinations and desexing.....can they actually afford to pay for food? or will the dog have to go without here and there? I know that if I were breeding I would want to know as much as possible about a new home for the puppies that I would be bringing into the world. As others have said....perhaps the breeder in this case may prove grateful or the complete opposite....but at least you have done your bit, here's hoping that the breeder in question will keep the information to her/himself and not repeat what they are told... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanabanana Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 I dunno to be honest. This is a tricky situation not only because it involves family. I knew a couple who I didn't think should get a dog, or any pet for that matter, due to financial restrictions and their apparent lack of understanding. However, they got a dog anyway and he is beautifully loved and cared for even though they really couldnt afford the dog so you just dont know. You could be causing the dog to miss out on a fantastic home. (likely not but you just dont know). =I ould never afford pets when I first started getting them, but I got them anyway and they always received everything they needed even it if meant we went without something. The good thing is they want a good breeder so hopefully that person will ask the right questions etc and get a feel for them. Also, if they want a good breeder then they can't be that bad or else they just go to a mill or BYB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poodlemum Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 Speaking as a breeder, I would certainly appreciate being informed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parkeyre Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 I would want to know if that was one of my buyers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cockerlover Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 I would definately want to be told if it was one of my pups . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missymoo Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 Id want to know too :D Ps have you thought that you may end up 'loaning' them money to feed, desex etc??? Agghhh! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
♪♫LMBC♫♪ Posted October 17, 2010 Share Posted October 17, 2010 If I knew who the breeder was I'd send them an email or something. I think most ethical breeders would want to know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tapferhund Posted October 18, 2010 Share Posted October 18, 2010 Sorry to the OP , but these people you are writing about sound like prize d*ckheads and , if anything, should be banned from ever owning a dog. If they can't meet the needs of a puppy in feeding it good quality food plus getting its very important vaccinations.......then they definitely need to be stopped from getting one (if that's at all possible) I agree with everyone else........ring the breeder/s and tell them the people in question are not suitable owners. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dju Posted October 18, 2010 Share Posted October 18, 2010 I would tell the breeders too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sayly Posted October 18, 2010 Share Posted October 18, 2010 If it was one of my puppy buyers I would want to know for sure! I would really appreciate a heads up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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