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Lori Gardner review: Bad Broker-Buyer Beware 7

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I specifically asked Lori if the little Yorkie female had tight knees and she assured me they were because she was vet checked. So I paid for the pup and also $100 to meet half way. When i got home and put her on my lap i felt a pop. Sure enough when I took her to the vet both knees popped in and out and she was found to have Luxtating Patellas she also has a hernia which I could see after she ate. Lori is a broker not a breeder. When questioned she said she trusted the breeders vet and she was fine when the pup was there. As if i gave her bad knees and a hernia by bringing her home. She did say she would take the pup back if I were to drive the 5+ hrs. one way but would not meet because she was not going to lose money on her. But its ok for me to lose money because she was not truthful. So I would be out the $100 i paid her to meet, plus my gas for both trips. Even though I asked about the knees ahead of time, I was also told that was the chance I take when I buy of the internet. So I guess it does no good to ask the right questions. It’s hard to believe the breeders vet, the breeder ( Verna Blosser from Buffalo missouri) so she said and the broker (Lori Gardner.) all missed these expensive problems.

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JIM Ensworth
, US
Apr 05, 2020 3:08 pm EDT

Our family had the pleasure meeting Lori and she introduced our Shi-Tzu to us. We named her Sasha. Lori was honest about Sasha relating her full medical history. Sasha had a hernia when we purchased her. Lori took the amount of money of thebtransaction to have the hernia repaired. This was 12 years ago and we experienced nothing but a lot of love and joy. Sasha was a part of our family for just over 12years. Sasha passed away a few days ago we miss her very much. Thank you Lori. JIM & Gwen Ensworth and family.

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RosemaxandSammy
Plainfield, US
Apr 25, 2013 12:12 pm EDT

I bought my Maltese Max from Lori 5 years ago then 3 years ago I bought Sammy( yorkie) from her. I never regret getting them from her, Lori brought both my dogs to my house and never asked for gas money. My Sammy is a very small yorkie and has such good manners. My max is the sweetest and most handsome Maltese. I never had any problems health wise or any other with my dogs. Thank you Lori for making mine & my daughters birthdays special.

Lots of hugs Max and Sammy's mommy Rose

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RosemaxandSammy
Plainfield, US
Apr 25, 2013 12:08 pm EDT

I purchase my Maltese Max from Lori and 3 years later my tiny yorkie Sammy too. I can tell you 100% that Lori is the best. She brought both my dogs to my house because it was birthday gifts to my girls. She never charged me and both dogs was super clean and has the best manners. They are older now and I Never regret buying them from her.

Thanks for everything Lori I will get another pup from you.
Lots of hugs
Max(5) Sammy(3) & Rose

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LGardner
Shorewood, US
Apr 03, 2013 11:08 am EDT

Brachycephalic dogs are prone to elongated palates and cherry eye due to their snub noses. I am very knowledgable about the breed and the breeder. I asked for any vet reports on complaints and never received any. Very curious to see what DNA test results show, upon reading this is the first time I am hearing she is not 100 percent Bulldog. A good friend of mine owns a sibling and she appears to be a Bulldog and is very healthy. I would not take offense to being asked about puppy mill dogs. The breeders I work with are all professional licensed kennels.

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LGardner
Shorewood, US
Apr 03, 2013 10:49 am EDT

The Yorkie puppy was vet checked and given a clean bill of health. The buyer traveled to pick her up and when she got home said she thinks her knees are bad. I asked for a vet's report and never received one. I offered to take the puppy back and give a full refund, buyer declined!

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Doglover73
, US
Jan 09, 2013 8:30 pm EST

Bought a bulldog puppy summer of 2012 and now that she's 7 months old we are getting DNA test on her. She's not 100% bulldog. There's no way. She knew nothing about the breed or could answer any of our questions about the puppy's parents. When i asked her if she sold puppy mill puppies she got really defensive about it. Took her to our vet bc of wheezing. She has an elongated soft palet, hip problems, and one eyelid will have to have surgery. This lady is only out to make a buck off a dog.

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Dr. Pia
Chicago, US
Aug 23, 2012 12:46 pm EDT

I purchased a Shih Tzu from Lori in 2010 and I could not be happier with my dog! She was extremely friendly, organized and knowledgable about the questions I had. She never identified herself as a breeder, but rather explained her role in obtaining my dog. My dog had no complications so I cannot speak to how she would handle such a situation. I recommend her with no reservations!

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