Health issues
TLDR: would you reach out to your breeder if your dog was diagnosed with gallstones at only 3 years old?
Hello! I’m just looking for opinions from others who have bought their dog from a breeder and is dealing with some health issues. I bought my miniature poodle from what I believe is an ethical breeder that I found through a breed specific Facebook group that has a list of ethical breeders that do the appropriate health testing (OFA). My poodle has just turned 3 about a 1.5 years ago she had gastroenteritis and that was easily resolved, she’s had issues with eating since a puppy and about 2 months ago she was diagnosed with pancreatitis, luckily I was very proactive and I caught it before it got bad, while doing x-rays when we were originally looking for what the issue was gallbladder sludge was found, we immediately started medication and did another x-ray 3ish weeks later and it was recommended to see a specialist, we’ve now gone to a specialist and she’s been now diagnosed with gallstones, we’ve now have to start a prescription diet and continue ultrasound regularly to watch for growth, and with all that comes along other risks related. As I said she’s only just turned 3 and this has been a difficult process for her to have to go through, thankfully I have pet insurance however it does add up of course. She’s the best dog, her temperament is amazing and she’s incredibly smart. My question is, is this something I should reach out to her breeder and let them know about these issues? Is there a point? I asked the vet specialist and she said it would be good and to also ask about gi issues within their lines. I ultimately don’t want to come off as rude or that I’m looking for something. Thanks in advance to anyone who reads this!