Perhaps you've been there or know of someone who has. After spending a fortune on a puppy that you dreamed of having, you are forced to take on the financial and emotional hardship of trying to get a puppy well instead. The person that sold you the pet may tell you it's "normal" or "common" and not to worry. But, you may be put on the spot and told "should you not want that sick puppy, just return it back and we will give you another". Well, as nice as this sounds that they are "standing behind their sale", this is an unfortuante but common tatic that most puppy stores, dealers, and bad backyard breeders do. Knowing that you are most likey (emotionally) attached to that pet, they take the chance that you will not return that sick puppy back to them.
However, you bought a puppy with all intentions of having a healthy one. Should it be your liability to pay for all the medical costs associated in getting that puppy healthy because you choose to keep that puppy instead? Absolutely not! The good news is that NJ Puppy Lemon Law clearly defines regulations that protect consumers who find themselves in this unfortunatete circumstance and getting restitution owed to them. However, the key is to start your claim as soon as possible. Make sure to record all expenses paid out related to getting the puppy well again. In additon, it is wise not to use the same veterinarian who signed off on the "fit for sale" certificate that is "working with" the pet store, dealer, etc..!
Here are some valuable resources to help those with getting their money back related to medical costs on their sick puppy -
NJCAPSA.org
>> Compliant Form
NJ Division of Consumer Affairs (pdf flyer w/ contact info)
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