hilary
Well-known member
hi I was wondering if sassypips got the puppy yesterday . I am in exactly the same position and due to collect my new pup in 3 weeks . I had no idea about all the pitfalls until I joined this forum last week . now I dont know what to do . I contacted my vet who told me it was very rare in this country to be provided with a health cert when buying a cavalier . he more or less said it was pot luck and wished me luck with my "purchase".I thought the breeder was a really nice caring person when I met her , very knowledgeable about her dogs and was rearing the pups in her own home . she was extremely fussy about where the pups were going to and showed all the signs of a responsible breeder . she didnt mention anything about a health cert nor did I request one . I was so much looking forward to this new addition to our family but now I am worried that its a big mistake . I have a little boy of nine and I dont want to risk breaking his heart if the puppy turned out to have serious health problems . my gut instinct is that this pup is fine but is my gut instinct enough in this case . I would really appreciate your expert advice . I can totally empathise with "sassypips and would love to know what she did . also , how does one find a good breeder ???? people tell you different things . really love the forum . never knew it existed till last week and have really learned a lot from you guys so thank you !