I am in an uncomfortable situation. I prepaid for a tortoise hatchling from a well known breeder. I have seen nothing but good comments about this breeder on the forum. I paid in February and was told to expect the hatchling sometime in late Spring to early Summer. As I was setting up my enclosure, I emailed the breeder twice I think and got replies. The last day of May I sent an email asking if there was an update as to when to expect the hatchling. I received an email saying they were very busy and the laying was delayed by some weather changes but I could expect an update soon. I haven’t heard anything since. I emailed at very beginning of July, then sent a facebook message 1-2 weeks later and 3 days ago I tried to start a conversation with the breeder here on the forum. I know this breeder is very busy with lots of conservation work and may have had some personal challenges as well but seems to be back in the thick of things as far as social media goes. I will try email again but I’m pretty discouraged. I imagine I could make a complaint to PayPal but I’d rather not burn a bridge to someone who seems very well respected and has a lot of knowledge. I also have been anticipating this little hatchling with my 9yr old daughter and fear that if I give up on this purchase, I’ll have to wait another year to purchase from a reputable source.
I’d appreciate any advice.
I’d appreciate any advice.