Frequently asked questions
When you choose us the amount you pay is directly related to the effort, investment and commitment that has gone into ensuring the health and wellbeing & trainability of the puppy you bring home!
We want this experience to be as enjoyable and pleasant as possible because that's what we wanted when we were searching for our first family dog! That's why we've committed to years of education, sacrifice and service to our puppies and to you.
Our pups come with the highest level of training and health screenings appropriate for their breed and age. Our price for our pups going home as companion only (spay/neuter contract) is $4,500. This is across the board for any color or size of our cavapoos but may change based on color for our Munchkin Bernadoodles due to fluctuating demand. Price is also subject to change based on extended training. For this we charge training fees after 10 weeks old.
If you like the idea of training your puppy yourself and want to avoid additional training fees you need to pickup prior to 10 weeks old.
If you like the idea of additional training to make life that much easier when bringing your pup home this is the breakdown and what is offered during the time period:
11 Weeks old $750 Your puppy should be comfortable in a crate and Carrier. She has already been on several outings and walks and met livestock and is comfortable will loud and abrupt sounds handling and temperature and texture changes.
12 Weeks Old $1,000 Your puppy is beginning to be comfortable with being separate and alone from littermates for short periods of time. They may even be running around with our adults and becoming very immersive. They are learning to potty train in a larger area and have become consistent with going potty outside too!
13 Weeks Old $1,250 This Is the Recommended Age for GO HOME I prefer If you want just a little extra to make life easier but still be within the critical stage of explosive learning for your puppy!
14 Weeks Old $1,500 Your Puppy is basically a pro by now and is sleeping 6-8 hours and not barking for attention. Your puppy has excellent manners and knows to sit for attention. Your puppy follows and understands NO, OFF, Wait and some trigger words that indicated there is a barrier and has a strong understanding of Safety Recall
15 Weeks Old $1,750 Your puppy Has a routine set in place and can come with you anywhere. She is about to start chewing on things and exploring the world in a new way because she is on the verge of a massive mental expansion. This is the age with see puppies begin to be afraid of things that were normal before. We are gentle and snuggle them extra and focus on calm time near a tv or book so they have an enhanced sense of safety while still learning their curriculum.
16 Weeks Old $2,000 Your puppy should be fully vaccinated and has been introduced to a harness and is able to handle car rides and exploration in a big involved way!
Keep in mind when choosing your ideal take home time that your puppy needs 2-3 weeks to adjust and the longer they are with us, the more time they may need. We include strategies to help them in our 10-20 TRAINING FOR YOU video we send our for your particular puppy so you are as informed as possible and empowered to engage and bond with them no matter where they are on their training journey!
Please consider the value you are getting when searching for your pup! If a breeder has really put in the REAL time to create a dream puppy they deserve to be paid appropriately just like in any profession.
What's the Process?
THE GENTLE APPROACH
Training with Consistency and Challenges appropriate
for Each FLUFFY Student
How do deposits & payments work?
Once your application is approved and we confirm availability and timing with you, we can then accept your deposit to hold your puppy registration spot through Venmo, Gooddog.com (Credit card Option) PayPal, or Zelle. Deposit amount is $500. Puppy selection will be made in order deposits are received. If you pay your deposit prior to puppies are born and choose not to select a puppy from the litter your deposit can be 'transferred' to apply another puppy (if available) or to a puppy in a future litter. Deposits are transferable but not usually refundable. Payment in full is required no later than when your puppy reaches 7 weeks old. All puppies going to homes with no intention of breeding will be required to sign a spay/neuter agreement. If you decide to keep your puppy with us for an extended period of time, your puppy will need to participate in our extended training program which advances their training for a smoother transition to your home!
Step 1: Apply
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Your application helps us know what you're looking for in a companion and enables us to match timing with your desired traits and simultaneously keeps us organized with your contact details.
Step 2: Place your Deposit to Reserve your puppy or selection spot
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Your deposit holds your spot in line if your puppy hasn't been born yet or is not quite 5-6 weeks old.
Step 3: Pick your Puppy by FaceTime or Phone call.
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You do not have to participate in selection by FaceTime if your puppy is older but we feel its the best way to ensure you feel comfortable moving forward with a specific puppy and gives you an extra opportunity to ask questions.
Step 4: Sign Contract and 2 year Health Guarantee
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Our contract protects the buyer and the seller. It's our goal to help you bring home a happy healthy well supported puppy and to maintain a healthy business that can continue to offer the same healthy pups for years to come. Our contract lays out the roles of the buyer and seller so we both feel secure moving forward together.
Step 5: Coordinate transportation for gotcha day
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We are happy to meet you at the Salt Lake City or Idaho Falls Regional Airport. We also have great Flight Nannies that specialize in excellent puppy care so if you cannot come yourself your puppy is in the best care every step of his/her journey.
Step 6: Payment
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The balance for your puppy is due by 7 weeks old and additional training fees are due by the time your puppy turns 10 weeks old.
Step 7: Get Prepared for Your puppy to come home!
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Supplies can be found on our instagram page on the highlight bubble "supplies".
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Plan ahead for a puppy sitter and locate a reputable vet in your area to schedule their first checkup that is required within 72 hours of bringing them home.
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You will receive a special link for your puppy a day or so before you bring them home that will have helpful tips, reminders, schedule and insights to your puppies current training so you know how they are doing and what you can do to ensure they keep advancing.
Step 8: Gotcha Day!
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Travel Safe! Whether you are recieving your puppy with the help of a flight nanny or traveling to us in person make sure NOT to let your puppies feet touch the ground if she is not yet 16 weeks old. DO NOT let others touch your puppy or expose your puppy to other dogs. Gotcha day is one of the most exciting and yet stressful days of a puppy's life, we want them to be safe and comfortable without risking their health. Hold them close.
Step 9: Settle in
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It's totally normal to want to show everyone your brand new puppy, but keep your visitors few and trusted. Make everyone wash their hands and remove their shoes before coming in the house. If someone has been to a dog park, make sure they showered and changed to fresh clothes before meeting your puppy. Yes I mean it. Keep your life relaxed for a few weeks while your puppy gets to know you and this whole new world you've welcomed them into. Be patient, it's quite an adjustment for them to make. Refer back to our Go home Info video and Call us if you need additional support!
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When you choose to work with us you are helping support a family business.
We don't have a kennel, our puppies are raised alongside our kids and are born in our laundry room. Despite being raised in a small setting we adhere to the highest level of health testing and early curriculum because we know how important it is to bring home the right puppy.
We hope one of ours is the right fit for your family.
How much are your puppies?
Do you allow breeding rights or full registration? How much is that?
We will grant breeding rights, but we do not always have this option available for several reasons. Breeding rights are only available to very select homes & only for worthy puppies. We only allow a few spots for breeders and often this is full since we only take on a few at a time. If there is any abnormality found during a puppies veterinary health check he/she will not be eligible for Full Registration. We thoroughly screen interested families through a series of questions followed by an in home inspection via FaceTime. We are now including Animal Genetics testing for any puppy with a parent that is a carrier for a disease on the poodle panel. Cost of full registration/non-spay/neuter contract is $6,000-$8,000. Full Registration price depends on registration, color, breed & genetics.
What testing has been done on your Dams? & Sires?
Our breeding dogs are tested for Genetic inherited diseases appropriate for their breed and often we will also do a full genetic panel just to get deeper information about color. All of our parents have their genetic panel done prior to allowing them the chance to even be potential parenting our program. This is a thorough test that goes in depth and tells us everything from health to color and even a dive into structure. We evaluate their structure early and if all looks good then between 6-12 months we bring them in for preliminary OFA testing. We test hips, patella, elbows, heart, CAER eyes. We are protecting future generations from having potentially preventable problems
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What kind of health screening is done on my puppy before I take him/her home?
Each puppy will be checked thoroughly by a certified veterinarian in the following areas: Skin & Coat, Eyes, Musculoskeletal, Body Condition, Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Ears, Urogenital, & Gastrointestinal. Results of this screening will be documented on a veterinary report which will be provided in your puppies file in the puppy packet. Any abnormal findings if any are found will be disclosed to you as far in advance as possible (shortly after examination).
What training do you provide puppies with before going home?
Our puppy training includes potty training, and early positive exposure to puppy crate & carrier. We take this training as far as we can for each puppy. They are each at different levels and we cater to them each specifically. Puppies also receive early exposure to new things, early neurological stimulation and noise desensitization. The teaching / training helps your puppy form an open mindset to experiencing and enjoying new things. This also serves to strengthen your puppies stress tolerance so that your puppy can deal with stress or frustration in a positive way. The continuation of this training is crucial and should be followed by obedience training so that the line of communication between you and your puppy can stay open, positive and productive. Our recommendations and instructions will be included in your puppy packet for reference.
What's in the Puppy Package?
Your puppy package will include the following: Thorough Veterinary Report, Vaccines and Dewormer History & Schedule, Microchip Registration document (microchip will already be inserted), Copy of your puppys' 2-year health Guarantee & Sale Agreement, scented toys and blanket, 30 days free Trupanion pet insurance, Freckle Paw Bag, Puppy transition food, Puppy Litter/pad (to continue potty training), 'An Instruction sheet for the first night & we will send a video chat to your phone about your specific puppys' progress and recommendations for continued growth and training.
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Can you fly my puppy to me? What are the details?
We do not ship our puppies, but can recommend some wonderful puppy nanny's. We can also meet you in person at the Salt Lake City International Airport or Idaho Falls Regional airport. Fees associated with separated transport will be calculated on a case by case basis.
Can I come see the puppies in person?
If you are local we may allow you to come see them in person for selection! But this is a case by case basis and may not always be possible depending on scheduling and circumstances. For all out of town family we stick to FaceTime and phone calls. This policy is subject to changed based on risk and to protect the health and safety of our puppies and we hope you can understand.
Where are your puppies raised?
Our puppies are raised in home with us! Puppies are exposed to the outdoors and have experience with crate training and alone time before going to their new home to help make their transition into your family. We also send home a thorough training update video the day before transport day so that you have a very real time update for their next steps of training!
I can't come see my puppy before pick up, can you guys face-time or send me video's?
Yes, we are able to facetime, Marco Polo & send video to you.
When should I get my puppy spayed / Neutered? Do you have a policy on that?
All our puppies going home with Limited Registrations will be required to be spayed / neutered by the age of 1 & no younger than 8 months old. You may or may not be required to provide proof. We have this policy to help prevent unwanted / unplanned litters and prevent the unethical breeding of our precious puppies. Please opt for a hormone saving option if your vet can do this. Saving their hormones saves their adrenal and thyroid systems and can prevent avoidable hormone disorders & diseases. Our spay / neuter policy is in place to protect our puppies. We want our puppies to live long happy & healthy lives.