Dog Purchase Refund Dispute

Summary

Non-refundable deposits are usually enforceable if clearly stated in the contract. If the breeder violated terms or acted unfairly, you may dispute it. For a $2300 payment with a $700 non-refundable deposit, you might be entitled to the $1600 balance, depending on the contract terms. Consult a local consumer rights attorney for precise advice.

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We purchased a dog from a breeder and decided not to go through with the purchase and the breeder is refusing to refund the money and is keeping the dog too. What are our options to get our money back? Thanks
Hello ****. For better guidance, could you please provide more information on the terms of the purchase? Was there any written agreement or contract involved?
There was an adoption form we filled out that had a non refundable $* deposit
In Minnesota, a non-refundable deposit is usually enforceable if it's clearly stated in the contract. However, if the breeder violated any terms or acted unfairly, you may have grounds to dispute it. It's recommended you consult with a local attorney.
The amount we paid was $*. Would we be able to get the balance back minus the deposit?
Based on your details, if the contract only mentioned a non-refundable deposit of $*, you may be entitled to the balance of $*. However, this depends on the specific terms in the contract. Consulting with a local consumer rights attorney in Minnesota can provide more precise advice.