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Where are you located?
I live in south-central Missouri. I am sometimes able to meet buyers with puppies (within reason), or I can air ship for an additional cost (usually falling between $370 and $410). Currently, I fly the puppies via a local MO company, Airbound Pets.
Do you accept deposits to hold a puppy?
Yes! I require a $200 deposit to put a puppy on reserve for you, with the rest paid before or at time of pickup. I accept deposits and payment via Walmart MoneyGram (or cash for payment remainder at time of pickup), PayPal, or Zelle.
What if I want an Aussie with a full tail?
I am more than happy to leave a tail un-docked for you, providing you choose and pay for a puppy in full before it is 3 days old (that is when tails are docked). If you change your mind, I am unable to give a refund on a puppy whose tail has not been docked, as they will not be docked after 3 days old.
Can I breed my puppy eventually?
At this time, my AKC litters from Fly and Kayce are not sold with breeding rights. Any ASDR puppy (from Abby or Grace) can be sold with breeding rights for an additional charge!
What will the puppies' temperaments be like?
Each puppy will have its own individual personality quirks, however, I take pride in specifically breeding for the best family dogs possible. All of my dogs live in my house with me and the puppies receive plenty of human interaction and socialization with all ages of dogs right away. Each of my puppies will be loving and loyal, with a variety of energy levels and extroversion. Please do not hesitate to ask about a specific puppy--by the time they are a few weeks old, I can usually give you an idea of their personalities.
Do you vaccinate/microchip/deworm the puppies before they are purchased?
I follow the recommended vaccination and deworming schedule, meaning that by the time they are ready to go at 8 weeks, they have been vaccinated once and dewormed twice. If the puppy is older than 8 weeks at the time of purchase, they may have had additional vaccines, as I continue with the vaccination schedule until they go to their forever home. You will receive a health booklet at time of pickup showing the vaccines/dewormings they have received to date. I also have a fecal check performed at 7 weeks, before the puppy is sent home.
I do not currently microchip puppies.
What comes with the puppy?
You will receive the puppy's registration papers (either from AKC or ASDR), as well as a booklet showing the dewormings and vaccination dates and types that the puppy has had up to that date. You will also receive a baggie of the food that I feed my puppies (Diamond Natural all ages) so that you can slowly transition it to new food of your choosing. Each puppy has received a full vet check to ensure health before it goes to his or her forever home. Beyond that, I am happy to be available to you for the lifetime of the puppy to answer any questions you may have or address any concerns that may arise.
How will they do with cats?
Each dog (and cat) will be a little different--however, I do have a cat named Mouse in my home and all of my dogs love her!
I live in south-central Missouri. I am sometimes able to meet buyers with puppies (within reason), or I can air ship for an additional cost (usually falling between $370 and $410). Currently, I fly the puppies via a local MO company, Airbound Pets.
Do you accept deposits to hold a puppy?
Yes! I require a $200 deposit to put a puppy on reserve for you, with the rest paid before or at time of pickup. I accept deposits and payment via Walmart MoneyGram (or cash for payment remainder at time of pickup), PayPal, or Zelle.
What if I want an Aussie with a full tail?
I am more than happy to leave a tail un-docked for you, providing you choose and pay for a puppy in full before it is 3 days old (that is when tails are docked). If you change your mind, I am unable to give a refund on a puppy whose tail has not been docked, as they will not be docked after 3 days old.
Can I breed my puppy eventually?
At this time, my AKC litters from Fly and Kayce are not sold with breeding rights. Any ASDR puppy (from Abby or Grace) can be sold with breeding rights for an additional charge!
What will the puppies' temperaments be like?
Each puppy will have its own individual personality quirks, however, I take pride in specifically breeding for the best family dogs possible. All of my dogs live in my house with me and the puppies receive plenty of human interaction and socialization with all ages of dogs right away. Each of my puppies will be loving and loyal, with a variety of energy levels and extroversion. Please do not hesitate to ask about a specific puppy--by the time they are a few weeks old, I can usually give you an idea of their personalities.
Do you vaccinate/microchip/deworm the puppies before they are purchased?
I follow the recommended vaccination and deworming schedule, meaning that by the time they are ready to go at 8 weeks, they have been vaccinated once and dewormed twice. If the puppy is older than 8 weeks at the time of purchase, they may have had additional vaccines, as I continue with the vaccination schedule until they go to their forever home. You will receive a health booklet at time of pickup showing the vaccines/dewormings they have received to date. I also have a fecal check performed at 7 weeks, before the puppy is sent home.
I do not currently microchip puppies.
What comes with the puppy?
You will receive the puppy's registration papers (either from AKC or ASDR), as well as a booklet showing the dewormings and vaccination dates and types that the puppy has had up to that date. You will also receive a baggie of the food that I feed my puppies (Diamond Natural all ages) so that you can slowly transition it to new food of your choosing. Each puppy has received a full vet check to ensure health before it goes to his or her forever home. Beyond that, I am happy to be available to you for the lifetime of the puppy to answer any questions you may have or address any concerns that may arise.
How will they do with cats?
Each dog (and cat) will be a little different--however, I do have a cat named Mouse in my home and all of my dogs love her!
How much for a puppy?
First, let me address why this question is so far down on the FAQ page. I believe there is so much more to a well-bred puppy than the price. In my opinion, price is the last question a buyer should ask when you are looking for a dog that will live with your family for 12-16 years.
I can tell you that prices for an ASDR puppy (Abby or Grace pups) will start at $800. Prices for an AKC pup (from Kayce or Fly) will start at $1000. All prices may vary depending on color and other factors.
Please contact me via my Facebook page for prices on a specific puppy or any other questions you may have!
Below is a piece I shared on my Facebook page recently that I think addresses this question well! It is long, but as you will see, there is no short answer to why these dogs are worth what they are.
"Let me say a few words to you; yes, you, the person who writes an email to simply ask the price. The person who calls, and after hearing a price, states in surprise, 'I can buy a cheaper dog elsewhere.' I also address you: the person who doesn’t care about papers because I want 'just a pet.' No dog is 'just a pet.' Behind every pure bred dog is a BREEDER. I’m using capital letters to differentiate a breeder from a pet factory or mill. A reputable breeder does not breed dogs without papers because that does not protect the integrity of the breed. Registration (papers) are records of lineage that document bloodline and allow one to research any possible health issues present in the lineage. When you tell a breeder that you do not care about papers, what you’re really telling them is that you couldn’t care less about the health of the dog--you just want the cheapest thing you can find!
When you elect to buy a dog from a reputable and quality breeder, this breeder is responsible for the health of every dog; both dogs currently owned, and every dog they have sold for its lifetime. This breeder will skip holidays, miss sleeping, and give up most of their personal house space so that they have plenty of space for their dogs. The truly passionate breeder loves what they breed and put their whole heart and soul into it. Not only into puppies that are sold, but also into each client who now owns a piece of their heart and becomes a member of their extended family. This does not take into account any pup/dog who might get sick or need extra help to thrive. Breeders worry about their babies after they leave and will take one back without question.
A breeder will get their hands dirty, often covered in everything accompanied with birthing. Because that’s what life is about--in the middle of birth and death is life. The wheel that keeps turning. A breeder will do progesterone tests, echos, x-rays, analysis, emergency c-sections, vaccinations, register dogs and litters, research pedigrees, deworm, as well as microchip their puppies and get them evaluated by specialists. Last, but by no means least, a breeder CHOOSES the family lucky enough to have one of their puppies. Yes, you read that right. A true breeder chooses who they sell to--because they are not making money off the sale. There is no compensation that can offset the investment a breeder has made, so they need to be confident it's the right fit, many times saying 'no' more times than 'yes.' A good breeder will have different criteria for those wanting to carry on their bloodline. Why? Because breeding is not a responsibility to ever be taken lightly; it’s a lifestyle choice set aside for ONLY the few devoted people willing to sacrifice. Because a dog is never 'just a pet': it’s the breeder’s legacy, a little boy’s best friend, a little girl's protector, an elderly person's therapy, a member of the family, someone’s whole world!"
(written in part by Sr. Eduardo Loredo Muller, translated into English by Angel Sophia Nogga)
First, let me address why this question is so far down on the FAQ page. I believe there is so much more to a well-bred puppy than the price. In my opinion, price is the last question a buyer should ask when you are looking for a dog that will live with your family for 12-16 years.
I can tell you that prices for an ASDR puppy (Abby or Grace pups) will start at $800. Prices for an AKC pup (from Kayce or Fly) will start at $1000. All prices may vary depending on color and other factors.
Please contact me via my Facebook page for prices on a specific puppy or any other questions you may have!
Below is a piece I shared on my Facebook page recently that I think addresses this question well! It is long, but as you will see, there is no short answer to why these dogs are worth what they are.
"Let me say a few words to you; yes, you, the person who writes an email to simply ask the price. The person who calls, and after hearing a price, states in surprise, 'I can buy a cheaper dog elsewhere.' I also address you: the person who doesn’t care about papers because I want 'just a pet.' No dog is 'just a pet.' Behind every pure bred dog is a BREEDER. I’m using capital letters to differentiate a breeder from a pet factory or mill. A reputable breeder does not breed dogs without papers because that does not protect the integrity of the breed. Registration (papers) are records of lineage that document bloodline and allow one to research any possible health issues present in the lineage. When you tell a breeder that you do not care about papers, what you’re really telling them is that you couldn’t care less about the health of the dog--you just want the cheapest thing you can find!
When you elect to buy a dog from a reputable and quality breeder, this breeder is responsible for the health of every dog; both dogs currently owned, and every dog they have sold for its lifetime. This breeder will skip holidays, miss sleeping, and give up most of their personal house space so that they have plenty of space for their dogs. The truly passionate breeder loves what they breed and put their whole heart and soul into it. Not only into puppies that are sold, but also into each client who now owns a piece of their heart and becomes a member of their extended family. This does not take into account any pup/dog who might get sick or need extra help to thrive. Breeders worry about their babies after they leave and will take one back without question.
A breeder will get their hands dirty, often covered in everything accompanied with birthing. Because that’s what life is about--in the middle of birth and death is life. The wheel that keeps turning. A breeder will do progesterone tests, echos, x-rays, analysis, emergency c-sections, vaccinations, register dogs and litters, research pedigrees, deworm, as well as microchip their puppies and get them evaluated by specialists. Last, but by no means least, a breeder CHOOSES the family lucky enough to have one of their puppies. Yes, you read that right. A true breeder chooses who they sell to--because they are not making money off the sale. There is no compensation that can offset the investment a breeder has made, so they need to be confident it's the right fit, many times saying 'no' more times than 'yes.' A good breeder will have different criteria for those wanting to carry on their bloodline. Why? Because breeding is not a responsibility to ever be taken lightly; it’s a lifestyle choice set aside for ONLY the few devoted people willing to sacrifice. Because a dog is never 'just a pet': it’s the breeder’s legacy, a little boy’s best friend, a little girl's protector, an elderly person's therapy, a member of the family, someone’s whole world!"
(written in part by Sr. Eduardo Loredo Muller, translated into English by Angel Sophia Nogga)