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In Reply to: Dringman Kennels posted by N. Castro on August 04, 192004 at 20:21:03:
: WARNING: THIS IS MY DISAPPOINTING EXPERIENCE BUYING A PUPPY FROM DRINGMAN KENNELS. I have been duped by this so-called “Christian” puppy mill! I purchased an Affenpinscher puppy on July 2003 from this kennel and the dog arrived with 2 sets of worms, an extreme case of itching (which requires her to be on medication for the rest of her life) and a herniated umbilical cord. By the 9th month, the puppy was lame in her rear left leg and required immediate surgery for a patellar luxation. The rear right leg will probably also need surgery. The dog weighs 14 lbs., instead of the 7-8 lbs breed standard. My vet bills have so far amounted to $2,717.67, plus, I spent $875.00 for the puppy to which the breeders, Connie & Dennis Dringman, have reimbursed me only $412.64, in spite of our contract that reads, “We guarantee the puppy against any hereditary or congenital disorder that may interfere with the puppy’s ability to lead a normal healthy life”. The Dringman’s have refused to respond to my recent communications and are continuing to breed. BE AWARE! : N. Castro, skeeter180sx@yahoo.com
Nora Castro, For people interested in the complete story above, please feel free to contact me for the communication information. During one of our past visits Nora informed me her dog was not on allergy medication. Our written warranty is a replacement warranty, which Nora signed saying she would be responsible for vet bills. I also have communication with her stating she did not want to replace Sacsha, also communication saying Sascha jumped constantly like a jack in the box. Luxating patellas can be caused by many things. As far a size goes, this pup was bought with limited registration, not for show or breeding purposes. Right before she was spayed Nora contacted me asking for names of males I had sold in the area, stating if she could find one she would not get her dog spayed. Nora's last two communications with me have threatened "unpleasant actions". I don't feel I should have to respond to threats. Nora was offered a replacement puppy in the beginning, and her vet bills were paid for the wormings and the allergy test. She sent me $100 for Christmas stating I was a good breeder. I also offered her the balance of of $287.36 which would be the full amount she paid for the puppy. When you buy something at Walmart and it isn't as you expected when you get it home, you either return it for a refund or replacement, but don't get it fixed and then expect Walmart to pay for it. Connie Dringman