Well...

[.sarah]

The vet exam here is like $50 our vets arent cheap none of them

So you should have even more money set aside, just in case.

[lv4dogs]

The vet exam here is like $50 our vets arent cheap none of them

Well thats still only $20 more than a $30 exam. It's still not that much money, especially if your mom makes that much money!!!

But ok, if your mom couldn't afford a $50 vet visit how is she going to afford $500 for the puppy, $150-$200 for the first vet visit, another $150 the next month for a second vet visit, $100-$300 for initial supplies and have some set aside for emergancies in just one month???

[Roxyluvsme13]

Well thats still only $20 more than a $30 exam. It's still not that much money, especially if your mom makes that much money!!!

But ok, if your mom couldn't afford a $50 vet visit how is she going to afford $500 for the puppy, $150-$200 for the first vet visit, another $150 the next month for a second vet visit, $100-$300 for initial supplies and have some set aside for emergancies in just one month???

because she has about 4 paychecks in between this time, and if we like the pupppies we may even do a down payment this weekend

[.sarah]

because she has about 4 paychecks in between this time, and if we like the pupppies we may even do a down payment this weekend

Okay, I already know you'll be getting a puppy from here if you're going to look at them, because who can resist puppies?! But I just think that you REALLY need to think about this. It has only been two days, and I can't believe you're thinking about getting another puppy already. Well, I can believe you're thinking about it, but I can't believe you're *acting* on it. How long have you been researching Pom breeders? Two days isn't much time to find one you like and talk to the breeder. How many breeders did you look at? You should have looked at several before you decided.

[lv4dogs]

Okay, I already know you'll be getting a puppy from here if you're going to look at them, because who can resist puppies?! But I just think that you REALLY need to think about this. It has only been two days, and I can't believe you're thinking about getting another puppy already. Well, I can believe you're thinking about it, but I can't believe you're *acting* on it. How long have you been researching Pom breeders? Two days isn't much time to find one you like and talk to the breeder. How many breeders did you look at? You should have looked at several before you decided.

yeah most reputable breeders don't breed unless they have homes already lined up. I had to wait almost a year until my turn came to get a pup from my breeder.

[Roxyluvsme13]

We talked to one breeder, and we're just going to look at these puppies it doesnt mean we are going to buy one. I am REALLY lonely without Tink...thats why I'm thinking about it so soon.

[.sarah]

yeah most reputable breeders don't breed unless they have homes already lined up. I had to wait almost a year until my turn came to get a pup from my breeder.

Yep, exactly. Does this breeder have a website? If not, how did you find it?

[k9krazee]

We talked to one breeder, and we're just going to look at these puppies it doesnt mean we are going to buy one. I am REALLY lonely without Tink...thats why I'm thinking about it so soon.

Maybe instead of rushing to get another puppy you could work with Roxy and do a little bit more research in the meantime...just a suggestion...

[Roxyluvsme13]

We found them online...idk if they have a site I did a search for breeders in my area and found these and called them.

[Roxyluvsme13]

I have done tons of research already...

[buckner]

I don't think you should.

1) If you didn't have *any* money to take Tink to the vet right before she died, then how do you think you'll magically have money for this new puppy? About $1000 within the first month or so with the new puppy, and you didn't have $50 for a vet trip? That's absurd to think that you're financially stable enough to handle a new pup.

2) I also think it's too soon.

3) I don't believe you've done your research into this breeder. And if you can spot a good breeder, then why didn't you go with your mom last time? Wait, research ALL options, and go from there. Check petfinder, all of the humane societies around, etc. Nothing is written that you HAVE to have a pom. Go visit the shelters, I'm sure you'll find a dog that you fall in love with at first sight.

4) You're only 13, why is your mom letting this be up to you? It'll be her supporting this dog financially, so why shouldn't she do the research? Even if she doesn't know how to use a computer, does she know how to use a telephone? Have her call around to shelters. Does she know how to drive a car? Have her go to the shelters and TALK to the people personally. Have her drive herself to the library, does she not know how to open a book and read? There is so much more information about dogs, poms, and care in general in books.

5) You don't know what Tink died from, therefore you shouldn't bring a dog back into the house so soon. What if this new pup gets the same illness, all because it was Parvo or something even worse and you "didn't know"? You SAY you know it's not Parvo, but you don't know that for sure. You didn't take Tink in before she died, therefore, you DON'T know.

I just think you should wait and check out options. Look around, don't jump into things. You're better off with some sort of rescue. They *need* homes. They need the second chance. Dogs from a breeder don't need a home because they already have a home. If no one wants to adopt them, then the breeder is fully prepared to keep them. Simple as that. Dogs at rescues need that second chance a full-life.

[gemini9961]

Simply said on my part....I DO NOT think this is a good idea!

[Roxyluvsme13]

I don't think you should.

1) If you didn't have *any* money to take Tink to the vet right before she died, then how do you think you'll magically have money for this new puppy? About $1000 within the first month or so with the new puppy, and you didn't have $50 for a vet trip? That's absurd to think that you're financially stable enough to handle a new pup.

2) I also think it's too soon.

3) I don't believe you've done your research into this breeder. And if you can spot a good breeder, then why didn't you go with your mom last time? Wait, research ALL options, and go from there. Check petfinder, all of the humane societies around, etc. Nothing is written that you HAVE to have a pom. Go visit the shelters, I'm sure you'll find a dog that you fall in love with at first sight.

4) You're only 13, why is your mom letting this be up to you? It'll be her supporting this dog financially, so why shouldn't she do the research? Even if she doesn't know how to use a computer, does she know how to use a telephone? Have her call around to shelters. Does she know how to drive a car? Have her go to the shelters and TALK to the people personally. Have her drive herself to the library, does she not know how to open a book and read? There is so much more information about dogs, poms, and care in general in books.

5) You don't know what Tink died from, therefore you shouldn't bring a dog back into the house so soon. What if this new pup gets the same illness, all because it was Parvo or something even worse and you "didn't know"? You SAY you know it's not Parvo, but you don't know that for sure. You didn't take Tink in before she died, therefore, you DON'T know.

I just think you should wait and check out options. Look around, don't jump into things. You're better off with some sort of rescue. They *need* homes. They need the second chance. Dogs from a breeder don't need a home because they already have a home. If no one wants to adopt them, then the breeder is fully prepared to keep them. Simple as that. Dogs at rescues need that second chance a full-life.

TINK HAD A PARVO TESt....it WAS negative!! I have done my research, I am getting this puppy, I asked for opinions and I got my opinions. If the puppies are ok and the breeder is good we are getting the puppy. We will be prepared for this puppy...We know tink had something CONGENITAL...

[Jessika]

How do you know what she died from was indeed congenital and not something contagious if you did not being her to the vet beforehand?

[Roxyluvsme13]

How do you know what she died from was indeed congenital and not something contagious if you did not being her to the vet beforehand?

The vet already said she had something congenital.....