Doodle Discussion Forum - I agree get your vet to call the breeders vet

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Puppy with broken leg — Jess, Mon Apr 23 14:14

Hi, we are the process of getting our puppy and the breeder has one puppy left that has a broken leg. I am a bit concerned but the breeder is reassuring me that everything would be fine. Any... more
- growth plates — Laurie , Tue May 1 12:44
  
  I'd want to be sure that the break(s) aren't along any of the pup's growth plates, as this could impact his/her ability to grow properly and evenly.
- - Thanks everyone — Jess, Wed May 2 02:19
    
    The puppy did have a cast and at the end we chose not get the puppy :( Thank you to everyone for their suggestions.
  - - Goldendoodle from Craign's List — Nancy, Mon Apr 1 18:06
      
      Hope this goes through... I am moving and cannot take my beloved puppy with me! She is smart and sweet and the biggest cuddle bug! Up to date on shots and I will supply food and she has plenty of... more
- broken leg — Debbie, Wed Apr 25 08:15
  
  I am assuming that the puppy has a cast on the leg? I would just talk to the vet to see what bone is broken and how the vet believes the recovery will go. A broken bone is not necessary a big deal,... more
- Puppy — Kim, Wed Apr 25 00:50
  
  I'm also looking at getting a puppy soon. Personally I would need to know the "whole" story on why the puppy has a broken leg. Plus depending on what you are paying for this pup I would make sure the ... more
- Puppy with broken leg — Andy & Sharon (Boomer,Shayna & Mariner), Tue Apr 24 10:10
  
  I think the advise to have your vet call their vet is good. I would also get in writing that the breeder will pay all cost relating to the treatment for the injury - including any future expenses -... more
- I would have my Vet call their Vet — Jan, Mon Apr 23 14:22
  
  and get the scoop on the leg and the treatment thus far, and the prognosis... Tough situation, good luck.
- - I agree get your vet to call the breeders vet — Peggy(NJ), Tue Apr 24 16:48

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