Health Information for Bringing Home your Puppy:

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Viral, bacterial colds or infections such as Coccidia or Giardia (bloody stools) are a form of parasites which are easily treated and are not covered in the health guarantee as they are natural things puppies can pick up. Umbilical Hernias also referred to as “outie” belly buttons and Cryptorchidism also referred to in a male dog as an undescended testicle are also not covered in the heath guarantee. Puppy will be assessed by a licensed veterinarian prior to pickup and buyer will be made aware if any hernia or undescended testicles are present. Puppies are naturally at risk for coccidia or giardia or worms which is often brought on by the stress of a new home, new food, new people, or just a change in environment.

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Another thing that may show up when a puppy is taken to a new environment is kennel cough (Bordetella- a raspy cough may be signs of this) which is common when puppies are transported to their new homes and is usually caused by bacteria. Kennel cough is self-limiting and like the common cold, it must run its course. Full recovery is expected and kennel cough, coccidia, giardia on their own are not life threatening. All puppies are treated and vaccinated before they leave our home. However, you need to be aware that these things can arise and that they are usually not serious (even though seeing blood in the stool appears serious) and are easily treated with proper veterinary care and we will not cover the treatment for them.

 

Once the puppies leave Lava Rock Adventures, LLC - Golden Retrievers the new family is responsible for ALL VET fees and expenses.