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FAQ
Getting a Puppy From High Desert Doodles & More
What is included in the Purchase of a High Desert Puppy?
Included in all Puppy Purchases:AKC Registration (Limited/Full depending on buyer’s selection and amount paid)Microchipping with an internationally recognized microchip (AKC Reunite), including chip registration feesTails Docked & Dewclaws Removed24-Month Genetic Health GuaranteePuppy Pack to prepare you for the transition from the ranch to your home24-Hour Support from Bear Paw Ranch for the life of the dog and beyondDiscounted Boarding at Bear Paw Ranch
Do You Vaccinate?
We vaccinate all of our adults and all of our puppies will have their first puppy shot (5-way) prior to leaving, the remaining vaccinations in the vaccination schedule will be the responsibility of the owner, but we will give you the schedule to follow.
How do you accept payment?
We take payment through cash, Zelle, Venmo, or credit card. We only accept checks for deposits only.
Are deposits refundable?
We offer a 50% refund on our deposits, no questions asked. This refund is available until you are aligned with a puppy.
Do You Deliver?
We offer a free delivery to Phoenix with every litter, the first available weekend after the pups are 8 weeks old. Most of our Phoenix-area buyers take advantage of this offer.Other delivery is available for an additional charge. We charge $100 to go to Tucson and $200 to go to Phoenix.Puppies needing shipping can be shipped via in-cabin flight. This flight can be you, the buyer coming or using a Flight Nanny Service. We’ll meet you at the Tucson (TUS) or Phoenix, Sky Harbor (PHX), or Phoenix Mesa (IWA). We can help you arrange this.Ground shipping on puppies via Nanny is available on a case-by-case basis.Pricing to ship a dog will depend on the method, required vet health checks, and containers. You’ll know all pricing prior to shipment. Payment in full is required before shipping.
Do You Offer Breeding Rights?
We offer breeding rights and first pick for an additional charge of $500. First choice is only eligible on litters prior to the puppies being born, if you'd like to wait until the next litter for first choice, that's available
Do You Microchip?
We microchip all of our puppies using AKC Reunite’s International (ISO) Microchip. These microchips include prepaid registration. This means we’ll register the puppy to you when you pick the pup up.We do put ourselves, Bear Paw Ranch, as the alternate on the microchip, this is merely so we can help you get the dog should the dog escape the pet sitter while you’re out of tow
Is High Desert Doodles & More, the breeder, on the microchip?
Although it has become popular for many breeders to put themselves on the microchip as the only contact, we feel this takes away from our Trust-Our-Buyers Policy. Therefore we put ourselves on the microchip as an alternate contact only, this means that in the event a dog is found and the primary contact is unavailable, they can contact us. We maintain a record of all microchipped puppies and can look up information for each puppy relatively quickly, making it easier to get your puppy back in the event he gets lost. **We are never upset about these phone calls, things happen and we are just glad we can help get dog and owner back together.
What is the Genetic Health Guarantee?
Our Genetic Health Guarantee covers all health issues stemming from congenital defects (genetic defects). If you suspect that your dog may have a health issue, please contact us so that we can work to achieve a solution together. We are a team in the matter. In over 400 puppies bred, we have yet to have our Genetic Health Guarantee be called in, however, in the event a genetic health issue arises we will work to make it right, whether that means helping you find an affordable solution, replacing your dog, or covering the expense.Our guarantee is contingent upon evaluation with our kennel veterinarian. We place a high priority in breeding only dogs who meet our strict guidelines in both general health, physical structure, and temperament. As a result very few buyers have any health issues, however it is common for GSPs to be injured in their activities, so breeding sound dogs and feeding a quality nutritional diet is our best preventative to health issues.
How long is the Genetic Health Guarantee good for?
We honor genetic health guarantees up to 24 months of age, through the second birthday
Will anything void my Genetic Health Guarantee?
Breeding activities are not covered in the guarantee. The guarantee will also be void if the dog is spayed/neutered prior to 12 months of age. We know that sex hormones are required to properly form joints and bones and spaying/neutering prior to maturity can cause structural problems over time.
Do You Take Dogs Back?
We will take any of our dogs back, at any time, in any condition, no questions asked. We may ask a few questions about the dog, but we will not ask any of your personal information or reasons for the return.
Puppy Selection & Preferences
How Does Selection Work?
We do our best to get everyone the right puppy for their family, this ensures the best chance of success for both you, the owner, and, of course, the puppy. We take time to discuss the lifestyle of each family, what you like in a dog, and how you would like the dog to be involved in your day-to-day activities. There are no right or wrong preferences, but some dogs will be a better fit for your desires than others. Our job is to help find that alignment. Having that said, we do selection on a first-come-first-serve basis, which means the sooner you're on the list, the more options you'll have to pick from. We'll give you the options we think are best for you, as well as the pros and cons of each, allowing you to make the final decision of which puppy to choose
Are tails docked and dewclaws removed? Can I keep them natural? All tails are docked and dewclaws are removed by us, the breeder. We do this for the safety and health of the dogs and it is not optional. The puppies are young when we do these things, so young that we cannot evaluate personalities prior to tail docking and dewclaw removal. Therefore, if you wanted a dog with a tail that is natural and dewclaws intact, we would not be able to align you with the right personality fit. We feel it is much more important to find and pair a dog to the right home based on personality, temperament, and drive rather than physical appearance (which is all you’d be able to use in your selection process at such a young age)
Common Puppy Questions
Are the puppies weaned prior to coming home? All puppies are started weaning at between 4-5 weeks of age and will be fully weaned by 6-7 weeks of age. This allows them to be completely on dry kibble prior to coming home. We do this so that there is less change from our ranch to your home and that makes things easier on the puppy’s transition.
Does my puppy come house broken? All puppies live in an environment that encourages good housebreaking habits, however the full process of housebreaking will need to complete itself at your home. However we are always available for questions and troubleshooting
How long does it take to housebreak a puppy? Most puppies will housebreak in a few days (3-7 days) with the full attention of their owners during that time, scheduling, and due diligence. It will take several weeks for the puppy to be reliable without supervision.
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