What to do? Update

[Candy & Hudson]

I came across an add on kijiji (local classifieds) for an australian labradoodle looking for a new home. His owner claims she works too much and does not have time to excersize him. He is two years old and looks very sweet. She is asking $1250 for him, saying it is because she paid $2500. She listed the breeder who he was purchased from, so I checked the website and it seems like a reputable breeder and has mention of a contract although the details aren't clear. I e-mailed this lady telling her that most breeders have it in their contract that they must be rehomed back to them. She hasn't gotten back to me and I am wondering if I should contact this breeder before she sells him to someone who might not be able to give him the best life? I want him for myself, I just can't really afford the fee she is asking and I can't stop thinking about him!!

 

I received an e-mail back from the breeder this evening. Here it is.

 

Hi Candy
Thank you so much for your e-mail, I had no idea about this. She even sent
me an email in October 2010 with pictures and saying; "Wally is such a good
friend with my soon and we love him all a lot, he is a wounderful
addition to our family" her words......I tried to call her and get in touch
with her, but so far no luck. I looks like she took the add of kijiji.
And yes, you are right she did have to sign a contract.
Kind Regards,
Hug your doodle

It really upsets me that she did not contact the breeder, when in fact there was a contract requiring her to do so. Responsible breeders have these in place to prevent their puppies from ending up getting passed around, or in a bad home. I hope the breeder has luck in contacting her. DH just shook his head at me when I told him, but I would have brought Wally home in a SECOND! ;)

[shelly]

DITTO! To EVERYONE!

[L.M.]

$2,500??????!!!????

[Adina P]

Australian labradoodles are sold for higher prices than American doodles of various generations.

[Candy & Hudson]

$2500 is the standard price for an Australian Labradoodle, that is what I paid also.

[Kyoko]

I would contact the breeder, too.

[Joanne ~ Spud*]

Any News?

[Candy & Hudson]

No reply from the breeder or the ad... I am impatiently waiting.......

[Candy & Hudson]

WELL... the ad was deleted off of kijiji and neither the breeder or the lady replied to my e-mails. Hopefully he went to a good home and who knows, maybe the breeder contacted her privately and they worked something out.