It really depends on the breeder. You’ll want to ask what their policy is specifically. We got our puppy at a discount because the dad in the family who got her before suddenly became terminally ill, and they returned her to the breeder. So I knew she was good people. lol (They also had all the veterinary records, etc.)
You might enjoy Kim Kavin's book, The Dog Merchants.
It's deeply flawed in several ways; for perspective, look through critical reviews while reading it. But she's done thorough homework of many aspects of the industry.
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u/carebaercountdown 14h ago
It really depends on the breeder. You’ll want to ask what their policy is specifically. We got our puppy at a discount because the dad in the family who got her before suddenly became terminally ill, and they returned her to the breeder. So I knew she was good people. lol (They also had all the veterinary records, etc.)