Deaf puppy

[msc1]

Hello, I've recently just taken home a 10 week old Cobberdog puppy and with 24 hours I've realised she is deaf. I was not notified of this before pick up and the breeder is claiming it wasn't picked up in the testing.  I've paid $5,750 for the puppy and the breeder is offering to refund half the money. While the puppy is very sweet, it seems alot to pay close to $3,000 for a deaf puppy. I was wondering if anyone else has been in a similar position? Or if there is any advice on if I keep her what a reasonable price to pay is? Thank you for your thoughts. 

[Mairead]

Firstly do you have veterinary proof the dog is deaf?

 

You may have some recourse under consumer protection laws that apply to things like appliances. Do you know what testing was done? For example DNA testing of the parents? If you have a receipt or proof that you have paid the money, you could return the puppy and ask for a refund. 

If you keep the puppy it will only encourage that dog supplier to breed more dogs without due care.

 

People on this forum with more experience in consumer law and deafness may have more advice for you.