Hey there,

This is Sophie's Mom who had returned her to the breeder, breeder's request, who was going to work miracles and heal her from her bone infection in her tailbone (from the tail docking).

The choices were too go to a specialist for about $1000, keep her till she passes, euthanasia, or return her to the breeder, which as mentioned above is what happened.

In good faith, I took a post dated check from this breeder/kennel as she had to sell the next litter which is supposedly happening now. I am playing the waiting game. When I called her to check on the status of Sophie, and my money, I was told to by her that she had to sell the puppies and just started that, and if I wanted to, cash the check and take her to court. I am now waiting and this Monday (10/8) will be another 2 weeks of waiting (month total).

I was wondering if anyone has had a situation like this, as I never have. I put a lot of money into Sophie, such as spaying, dew claw removal and a chip, so this was not an easy situation of "oh sick dog, return her for a refund" thing. I had her for 4 months and had her trained quite well.

I am looking into the Better Business Bureau, Breeders.net (which she uses) and AKC. I know that they can't help get my money but I am disgusted, saddened, and shocked by her behavior. Being a nurse, I believe myself to be very conscientious and ethical. I really thought she was a reputable breeder.

Appreciate any information/guidance.
Michelle