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**shais_mom** · 11-02-2005, 01:11 AM

I don't think this is a good idea.

It is way too soon for you..
Just MHO.

**buttercup132** · 11-02-2005, 06:37 AM

well isnt it kinda better to move on rather than mope around feeling depressed? any who i like those names lets hope its from a REAL breeder this time and make sure you have health garauntees for this pup

**BitsyNaceyDog** · 11-02-2005, 07:47 AM

That's great that you've decided to get another pom! How exciting!! I love both names, especially TigerLily. I don't know why, but the first thing that popped into my head was Tigerlily Jane, (or Lily Jane). Lily has been my favorite girls name for as long as I can remember. I've always liked the sound name "Lily Marie", but I don't think Tigerlily Marie has as nice of a ring as Tigerlily Jane. I know whatever name you pick will be perfect for your new baby.

**lv4dogs** · 11-02-2005, 09:01 AM

Are these the puppies you were talking about in your other thread?

If so and I remember correctly you are going to visit them this weekend?
If so and they won't be ready until Dec. 2nd then I imagine they are really young, like under 5 weeks of age?
If so and the breeder is allowing you to visit them then I can tell you right now that that breeder is most likely not reputable!!!!
A reputable breeder does not allow visitors until the pups are 5 weeks of age Sometimes maybe 4 weeks of age but no younger than that. Their immune systems are not strong at that young of an age therefore they are very susceptible to picking up illnesses.
Since you don't know for sure what was wrong with Tink I would advise you not to visit even if the breeder allows it. You don't want to take any chances.

**beeniesmom** · 11-02-2005, 09:30 AM

Is this the same place you got TINK from?
Are they giving you a replacement puppy since tinky died so young?
I hope you are doing ok. I am so soory about your little princess.

**pitc9** · 11-02-2005, 11:55 AM

Originally Posted by lv4dogs

Are these the puppies you were talking about in your other thread?

If so and I remember correctly you are going to visit them this weekend?
If so and they won't be ready until Dec. 2nd then I imagine they are really young, like under 5 weeks of age?
If so and the breeder is allowing you to visit them then I can tell you right now that that breeder is most likely not reputable!!!!
A reputable breeder does not allow visitors until the pups are 5 weeks of age Sometimes maybe 4 weeks of age but no younger than that. Their immune systems are not strong at that young of an age therefore they are very susceptible to picking up illnesses.
Since you don't know for sure what was wrong with Tink I would advise you not to visit even if the breeder allows it. You don't want to take any chances.

VERY well said!!!!

**Anita Cholaine** · 11-02-2005, 11:59 AM

Are you sure this a good idea?? Maybe you should wait a bit... If you finally decide to buy a new dog, be careful were you get it from......

**luvofallhorses** · 11-02-2005, 12:05 PM

have you thought about adopting? there are plenty of dogs in the shelter waiting for a home. I think it's safer to adopt..because they can give you a background from what they know....very well said, lv4dogs. I just still say it's too soon but that is just me.

**LuvGold00** · 11-02-2005, 12:50 PM

Originally Posted by lv4dogs

A reputable breeder does not allow visitors until the pups are 5 weeks of age Sometimes maybe 4 weeks of age but no younger than that.

This is not always true, I let people come and visit my puppies anytime after 2 weeks of age. BUT, they must wash hands multiple times, and depending if they have dogs at home, they may not be able to touch them. I've also let some people visit after 1 week of age, but they can't touch the puppies, and must stay a safe distance away.

I hope that if you do get another Pom, that you have learned your lesson about back-yard breeders. Best of luck!

**lv4dogs** · 11-02-2005, 01:03 PM

Originally Posted by LuvGold00

This is not always true, I let people come and visit my puppies anytime after 2 weeks of age. BUT, they must wash hands multiple times, and depending if they have dogs at home, they may not be able to touch them. I've also let some people visit after 1 week of age, but they can't touch the puppies, and must stay a safe distance away.

I hope that if you do get another Pom, that you have learned your lesson about back-yard breeders. Best of luck!

Yes, as I said

If so and the breeder is allowing you to visit them then I can tell you right now that that breeder is most likely not reputable!!!!

I did not say that the breeder is not reputable, I said most likely not reputable.
The *majority* of reputable breeders do not allow visitors until 4-5 weeks of age, not all.

And as you stated you take extra precautions.

**Roxyluvsme13** · 11-02-2005, 03:33 PM

The puppies just turned 3 weeks old, and we are going to see them on sunday. OF COURSE WE'RE NOT GETTING A PUPPY FROM THE BREEDER WE GOT TINK FROM!!!!! That would be stupid. The puppies arent allowed to go out to homes until they are eating well. This weekend we get to see the puppies, and the parents. All the rescues near me have no poms. The nearest pom rescue is like 5 hours away. Besides, I can tell if its a good breeder or bad. We are taking extra precautions. Tink did not have parvo. We definitely know she had something Congenital. We didnt get her checked or anything, but the vet said she had something congenital. So yeah. I think I am ready for a new puppy, and that Tink would want me to give my love to another puppy.