Petco Text Logo
Petco Pet Logo

Can I retrieve my paid puppy from the dog warden if it was too young?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

I paid for a puppy that's been given to a dog warden with its litter mates and mother because it was only 5 weeks old and the lady was moving and needed them all gone she won't give me my money back for the puppy would the dog warden give me my puppy which I paid £290 for I don't understand why she gave my puppy away too I would have bought puppy formula and bottle fed it can I get it from the dog warden if I explain?

1 Answer

Most Helpful Answer

Image profile

Answered By Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH

Veterinarian

Published on September 15th, 2017

Hi and thanks for your post. The puppy needs to be with its mother until 8 weeks of age so perhaps this is why the puppy is still with the mother at this time. I'm not sure I follow the entire story but if the dog was paid for by you and you have documentation to state the payment and documentation to state you are now the legal owner, you may inquire as to when you may pick up the puppy. This is usually when the puppy is 8 weeks of age. If you have the dog warden's contact, you may try contacting them if the individual you bought the puppy from cannot be reached. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach and I hope you are able to resolve the situation!

Vote icon

1Pet Parents found this answer helpful

image
Have A Vet Question?

Book an appointment with the pros – our expert vets are here to help.

Sponsored