I have just had the most annoying people round to see my puppies, they wouldn't listen to anything I had to say, they really wanted a girl but would have a boy because they can't wait, have had 2 dogs previously rehomed due to fighting, work full time and expect the puppy to stay in a hall way shut in a crate, said 'ohh i see you are doing things properly' ? what was that supposed to mean ? got cross when the puppies nipped thier ankles ! and also stated that my bitch is too thin and I should get some weight on her !!!!!!!!!!!
I am so angry !!!!!! they left saying that they would ring when they have made up their minds which one they wanted !!!
Of course I am not even considering to let them have one, but what is the best way to say b****r off !!!!!! have you any good excuses, ideas ?
i am hoping these people are time wasters, but they made the effort to ring the stud owner and have been looking for a while, i say they are going to be looking a lot longer !!

They sound the sort of people I would not sell a dead cat to let alone a puppy. I usually I say quite bluntly that I do not think they are the right family for one of my pups, as my pups need a lot of looking after, training and mental stimulation. Then suggest that they consider other pets, like a house rabbit or cat. I point out house rabbits can be trained are fun to have around, but for total ease a cat is better as they look after themselves virtually. Adding that an older rescue cat might be ideal if they go for a cat as a pet.

I know what I'd have said :) to get out of it nicely if they ring tell then they are all spoken for that save any unpleasantness.
Good luck

Chloedog

Personally I would have made sure that these people where aware that they were wholly unsuitable for one of my puppies before they left.

When they ring later simply tell them that you have found them to be unsuitable for a dog of yours thank you for your enquiry but you will not be getting any of the puppies.

You don't need to make excuses up you have put time effort and loving care into the raising of these puppies and really do have the right to refuse anyone you are unhappy about.

Chloe, I agree with all the other posts. They are YOUR puppies and you are not obliged to sell them to anyone. Just politely say they are all booked now if they happen to phone back. I am surpeised you were so polite to them!!!! I couldnt have been :):)

I had a couple turn up last year to view a litter and they had failed to tell me on the phone that although they had a 60 acre estate they were planning on chaining the dog up in the grounds and they would let her off twice a day so that she could exercise herself. They also said they believed a dog should be fed tripe only all its life.
The husband said he would ring later that evening to let me know their decision. Their faces were a picture when I turned around and said don't bother my pups only go to the very best homes.
They left in a hurry in their mercedes!!!!!!!!!!!

They are YOUR puppies and you have to know that when you hand them over at 8 weeks of age that they are going to the best and most loving homes you can find.

Hi Chloe,
Well at least the puppies nipped their ankles !! These people sound like a nightmare . And good on you for not letting them have one of your pupps .
I have been lucky apart from 1 guy who cannot seem to make his mind up as to whether he wants one or not ( I have decided now to make it up for him Hes Not getting one )
All my other visitors traveling from as far as the Highlands of Scotland to Way down South have all been excellent people who I have felt comfortable with straight away .

Good luck !!

Paul

I feel happy and comfortable with the owners I have for the other 2, and the enquiries are still coming in, I haven't actually advertised them yet, these people have all been given my number by the stud owner, she has met the other 2 people but not these idiots this afternoon ! they must have slipped through the net ! I find it very difficult not to be nice to people as I make my living pretending to like complete losers that have no clue about animals ! I will just have to be strong for my boys ! as i do want the best for them, I will just tell this woman that someone else was interested in him and they paid me a deposit as I wasn't sure if she was serious !, but i have serious doubts as to whether she will ring anyway
thanks for all your help

Try making life easier for yourself by giving the third degree on the phone before they get anywhere near the pups. I think it helps to have a firm criteria of home you want for them, working hours, ages of children etc. Run through all the points on the phone and do not be tempted to be swayed no matter how wheedely(sp?) they are. I think its actually quite easy when they are not nice people the real problem comes when they are nice people but do not fit the criteria you have set yourself it so much easier to be firm if you do not have to look at them.

Hi there Chloe,

I've recently posted on the searching board and although I've looked after dogs before, I've never owned one.

I'd just like to reassure you that my partner and I are fully expecting (and hoping for) the third degree when we go to look at dogs.

I personally think that the sign that they couldn't wait and therefore felt that they had to compromise on their choice was a bad indication. Aside from the fact that they wouldn't listen to you!

It demonstrates their lack of patience, responsibility and understanding to begin with. A dog is hopefully with you for a long time and therefore choosing one should not be rushed.

If I'd been in their shoes, I would expect to be told exactly where to go.

Julie ; )

And as for the part about beingalone all day and living in a box : (

I'd stick to your instincts and tell them politely
that all puppies are now reserved and that you don't know
of any pups available.
I had a few enquiries like this on the phone and managed to
put most of them off.
I know how you feel, I had one chap ring and say Boxers are 'fick &
has it had it's needles etc. Suffice to say I did not return his call
(I porky'd and told him I had someone coming already to see the pup)
I know how you mean though it's hard not to be rude and tell them p''''''
o''.
Kind Regards
Kirstine

Just to add to all these comments, a friend of mine had a beautiful litter of yorkies and she had a family come round to see the pups.
As soon as they walked through the door my friend had a bad feeling about them and when they said that they wanted another Yorkie to replace the one that they lost, my friend asked did the dog pass away , oh yes said the father my son threw it out of the car window!!
Where do these people come from ?? Mars??

Sam

Sounds like you had a bad experience!!
Maybe saying "I will ring you when I have made my decision as to whether to let you have a pup".
I know it's hard and not having been in your shoes don't envy you.
When I bought my first GSD there was a couple with a young 6month old baby looking as well and I casually mentioned to the breeder that small babies and pups may not be a good idea she still sold one to them. 12 months later the dog was destroyed because it had taken some bread out of the baby's hand!!!!!!
Then again she didn't give a damn anyway because my pup was so ill. She offered me one to replace him!!!!!!
Stick to your guns and trust your instincts!!
Wishing you all the best and hoping you get better prospective buyers.
Where in the country are you??
Tania

hello !
I am in Poole, Dorset. I have not heard from them weirdo people ! thank god so if they ring now i will tell them they are all sold !! I have since had 2 very nice couples around both with boxers already who just want a second one, which is fine by me, i liked them both straight away !! only 2 to go !!
Thanks for all your replies, i will let you know how i get on :d