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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I think there is an assumption that any dog that is sold as a pet has a fault that means it couldn't be shown in the ring.  If the fault is just cosmetic, then I think that's expected at the pet price.  I once looked at a dog whose markings weren't symmetrical in a breed where the standard is symmetry.  That's a purely cosmetic fault.

But a fault that puts the dog at increased risk of cancer isn't purely cosmetic.  They should have told you, although I think it's possible that they thought you were familiar with the breed standard.  It sounds as though the fault was obvious, and most people looking to purchase a purebreed dog would have familiarized themselves with the breed standard.  [/quote]
I don’t think it’s an obvious fault. Some unscrupulous breeders are calling them exotic colors and it isn’t that unusual to see a dog with blue eyes like huskies and Australian shepherds. I don’t think it’s considered a fault or albinism in those breeds. [/quote]

Black nose, and lips are breed standards for Pekinese.  There are absolutely other breeds where they aren't breed standard.[/quote]

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