Frequently Asked Questions

We put together a comprehensive list of how the system works here. Have a look and reach out to us with any questions.

For the health and safety of our puppies we do not allow in-person visits. Young puppies don’t have fully developed immune systems, so until they have had a vaccine, several doses of wormer/parasite prevention and time for their immune system to mature, it’s too risky. 

In addition to the very real parvo risk there is a common dog "cold" called CHV that is prevalent. Almost all adult dogs have been exposed to it and are usually asymptomatic, but it can be a death sentence for a newborn puppy. We have seen a breeder lose an entire litter within hours their pups being exposed. 

Parvo, CHV, and Coccidia can all be tracked in by visiting families on shoes and clothing. Young puppies have no immune system and are very susceptible to parasites and diseases that older puppies and dogs can handle. They will get stronger each week from nursing and getting Mama's antibodies. During the 8 weeks we have them we will give them several doses of parasite prevention, wormer, and they will get age appropriate vaccines. At 8 weeks they will go home healthy and strong and ready for their families. But until then, we don’t think exposure is worth the risk.

We don’t allow potential puppy families to visit our adult dogs. This is because all of our breeding dogs are cherished family pets. They each live in a guardian home with a family that raises them. These families all have busy lives, often with young children, and their only responsibility to us is to provide our dogs with a loving environment where they can thrive and grow. We feel that it’s too much to ask a guardian family to open up their homes to people they don’t know for visits. 

It can get pretty confusing! Find our guide to the breed types here.

Puppies grow up fast! We’ve built a page explaining what you can expect as they develop. You can find that here.

Merle, Tri, Pardi, Phantom, wavy, curly, furnished, unfurnished... what’s the difference? Click here for a quick explainer.

Yes! We’ve raised a lot of puppies and have adult dogs, too, and we definitely prefer some products over others. For some useful links, click here.

The Puppy Love Project is our community outreach program, launched in 2022. We take most litters to a children’s hospital or retirement home as part of their socialization, and bring a little joy with us! Sometimes we will even donate a puppy to a family who could really use one but can’t afford to buy. To find out more, click here.