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October is National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month!

Posted by jld on November 03, 2002 at 21:05:00:

In Reply to: pet store liability posted by kareval on October 29, 2002 at 22:23:22:

Don't be ashamed, just know better know next time and spread the word that adopting is a better choice, you can even adopt purebreds and puppies if you find the right rescue!!

That being said......

Mr. D is right but let me add a little more. Go into one of your local pet stores and see if you can find some type of certificate on the wall or by the register, almost all states mandate that pet stores need to have their license visable. See if there is any other type of documentation near it. In addition to the license, most states require that the store have its animal return policy posted in a spot easily seen by the customer. This may help you in that you can learn their return policy a bit quicker and easier. Alternatively, call the store and pose as someone interested in purchasing a dog and ask what their return policy is. I can't believe that the store didn't give you a copy with whatever paperwork came with the dog, shame on them!!

Now, since you didn't offer the info on how long you have had your puppy or the exact nature of the problems, I can only guess and give you some ideas on things you can do. What exactly is wrong with the dog? Are the problems a direct result of poor breeding, inhumane conditions or are they bacterial/viral, etc.? All of these things will come in to play as far as legal issues surrounding the situation. You may even want to consult a local Cruelty Investigator or Humane Officer and tell them the whole store directly to get their take on it.

In the end, you do always have the choice to return the dog to the store you purchased it from and raise a stink until they take the animal back and refund your money. However, keep in mind that, that particular solution to the problem may not make you feel all that good in the end.

Follow Ups:

• Re: pet stores and their liability kareval 11/16/02 (0)