Wow...I can't believe papers didn't hand off when you got your pup. Any responsible breeder should have included them when you picked up your pup and explained how to register. Your breeder can even do all this on-line now! Are you saying there's record of previous litters from the same breeder and pair of dogs? Or different dogs? At least if it's the same dogs, you've got a chance you're going to get papers (meaning the parents are at least registered)! If the parents aren't registered with the AKC (which you should be able to find out if you have their registered names) then you will not be able to get your pup registered.
I assume you're interested in showing/breeding/agility or maybe it wouldn't be as big of an issue..? Not to say I wouldn't be upset if I were promised papers! I would see if AKC has any recourse against the breeder...doubtful, but at least see how they might be able to help you with your options. I would also be straight forward with your breeder and ask why she didn't give you papers at hand-off and why she hasn't yet since it's pretty easy to register...suggest she do it on-line! That's ridiculous she hasn't and sounds like she's giving you the run around.
Wish I actually had helpful advice, but good luck!
I assume you're interested in showing/breeding/agility or maybe it wouldn't be as big of an issue..? Not to say I wouldn't be upset if I were promised papers! I would see if AKC has any recourse against the breeder...doubtful, but at least see how they might be able to help you with your options. I would also be straight forward with your breeder and ask why she didn't give you papers at hand-off and why she hasn't yet since it's pretty easy to register...suggest she do it on-line! That's ridiculous she hasn't and sounds like she's giving you the run around.
Wish I actually had helpful advice, but good luck!