We got a phone call on Friday about a 5yr springer spaniel who needs to be re-homed. Unfortunately his owners are now in a position that he needs to be re-homed and they contacted the breeder, he called me. The current owners are finding it impossible to give him the exercise and attention that he requires and deserves.
We visited him today...love 
He has a sweet and sociable nature, a bit overweight and needs further training but nothing major. He's fully house trained and will sit when told etc etc.
His owners where lovely and answer all our questions. They also asked us loads of questions {quite right too} They seemed clearly very upset about having him re-homed but said it was the right thing to do for him. They also wanted to visit us and check us out. This to me is a great sign, clearly they love him and what him to be happy and settled.
My main question is: Would it be right for me to ask for a vet check etc before we take him? If so should we pay for this check since we've asked for it? All his jads / paperwork was in order too.
If it all works out, he'll come to us in the New Year.
Many thanks,
Scarlett
{very excited}