Davecav
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I think this is the first thread I've started, but after meeting lots of people in my area when walking Martha, and talking to them about their Cavaliers, I want to pose this for discusion.
There is a person within a few miles of where I live who breeds Cavaliers, (this person) does not have a big set-up and, from what I can deduct does keep their dogs in the house. But over a period of about 6 - 7 yrs, I have heard whispers, and in particular the last few months when I have met a number of people who have bought from (this person) who have all had problems with slipping patella in particualr, eye problems - which shouldn't be a problem these days, and hearts, and other problems + weedy pups etc.
I spoke to one person who had tried to ring this breeder to complain - and the answerphone was all they got time and time again.
This breeder doesn't KC reg their dogs - and obviously doesn't health test (Humph) but - here is the question - What can be done about them???????????????????
Everyone I've spoken to is trying to spread the word, and now I know, I too am doing the same. But there is a lot of heartbreak behind all this. In the meantime the breeder carries on. They are not affiliated to any club (of course) - are not bothered about KC registration - but are turning out really unhealthy stock.
I was able to see a pediggree of one of the pups, and although about four generations back on the Sire's side, there was a recognisable affix or two, the dams side had absolutely nothing for five geneations. (the names were like - Molly Flolly , and Bertie Brug, if you get the drift.)
Another question that I've discussed with the owners of the dogs that have had problems is what are vets doing about this? Surely if someone comes into their practice and asks for advice, shouldn't they be telling them to avoid this person?? Or do they rub their hands together and say great thats another few hundred quid on a patella op coming our way?
how can anyone make a difference here?! Sorry for this going on a bit but there are a number of local people who have and are dealing with the consequences of this breeder!:-X
ps- I know those who live near puppy farms must come across this all the time, but what can be done, it's as if the owners of these dogs and others who want things to change are completely powerless.
There is a person within a few miles of where I live who breeds Cavaliers, (this person) does not have a big set-up and, from what I can deduct does keep their dogs in the house. But over a period of about 6 - 7 yrs, I have heard whispers, and in particular the last few months when I have met a number of people who have bought from (this person) who have all had problems with slipping patella in particualr, eye problems - which shouldn't be a problem these days, and hearts, and other problems + weedy pups etc.
I spoke to one person who had tried to ring this breeder to complain - and the answerphone was all they got time and time again.
This breeder doesn't KC reg their dogs - and obviously doesn't health test (Humph) but - here is the question - What can be done about them???????????????????
Everyone I've spoken to is trying to spread the word, and now I know, I too am doing the same. But there is a lot of heartbreak behind all this. In the meantime the breeder carries on. They are not affiliated to any club (of course) - are not bothered about KC registration - but are turning out really unhealthy stock.
I was able to see a pediggree of one of the pups, and although about four generations back on the Sire's side, there was a recognisable affix or two, the dams side had absolutely nothing for five geneations. (the names were like - Molly Flolly , and Bertie Brug, if you get the drift.)
Another question that I've discussed with the owners of the dogs that have had problems is what are vets doing about this? Surely if someone comes into their practice and asks for advice, shouldn't they be telling them to avoid this person?? Or do they rub their hands together and say great thats another few hundred quid on a patella op coming our way?
how can anyone make a difference here?! Sorry for this going on a bit but there are a number of local people who have and are dealing with the consequences of this breeder!:-X
ps- I know those who live near puppy farms must come across this all the time, but what can be done, it's as if the owners of these dogs and others who want things to change are completely powerless.
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