I broke my own rules, and now I am reminded why the rules are important to stick to…read more
We just happened by this pet store, and, there was a litter of pups.... you can see where I'm going with this, right?
I feel its better to always buy from a reputable breeder that does health testing. But, it was love. You don't always think right when you fall in love.
Well, one stole my heart. So, (against my better judgment) I made the purchase. The pup is still wonderful. So, I do not regret the pupster. However, the pup had a bad start in life. And shouldn't have.
First, the pet store doesn't smell good *warning* over crowed with birds, fish tanks. and overpriced products. Its just plain dirty. The ladies are friendly. But, still, my puppy was so sick :(
We stopped by another store to buy the pupster some food, shampoo, bed, chewies, leash, collar, toys... just getting ready for baby. :)
Well, the poor thing we discovered had flees, worms, ear mites. Everything bad a pup could have, this one did.
We had to de-flee, worm, ear mite treat the pup and all our other pets. It was expensive as you know. The pup just had a bad life start. Pupster was also dehydrated.
A pet store should at least care about the pets health. They should not sell sick puppies. If your making money on the pet, doesn't it deserve to be healthy? I mean, its a pet store, they no doubt get a discount on flee meds, worming meds, ear mite meds, They should treat them.
If I were you I would stay away. We love the pup. But feel sad about her unhealthy start. She deserved a healthy start in life. It was sad and so worrisome for us. (not to mention gross)
***UPDATE*** 2/14/2013 *************************************************************
This is not an update on the store. Just on the pupster, for any dog lovers reading.
She is doing awesome. She is a very loving, people orientated girl. Always up for play or snuggle, just so long as shes with her people that's all she cares about :) Shes a great friend. So, no regrets as far as she is concerned.
However, I think it is best to purchase from a reputable breeder. One who cares and does health testing. Be careful of pet stores.