[observer]

Debra-- just a little advice. Don't write a separate post for every sentence. You can respond to different people in a single post. Much easier to read.

I do agree that you have spent more than you needed to in terms of training. I would think there are more reasonably priced options when you are ready to take your new pup to class.

I'm not entirely ready to blame the breeder here either. We WANT breeders to take ongoing responsibility for the dogs they produce. (we see too many back yard types who don't) This breeder did that. (and apparently went by the terms of her contract). If she determined that you and this pup were not a good fit, and the behavior problem needed to be addressed by another owner who could correct it, she did right by the dog.