We have standard procedures for purchasing our puppies. We like to keep our puppies with their mother and siblings until seven weeks old, and sometimes even longer, depending on various indicators of a given litter or puppy. We want to be sure each puppy is ready to be separated from their mother and siblings so that they'll be the best possible pet for their new family.
COST: Smiths Labradoodles has a flat fee schedule for all puppies. Some breeders charge different prices based on sex or color; we prefer to keep things simple and use standardized pricing. We've developed a unique, high-quality line of dogs and sell them at competitive, fair-market prices. All F1 puppies sell for $1,300 apiece and F1B puppies cost $1,500 each. All prices are firm.
DEPOSIT: We require a $300.00 NON-REFUNDABLE deposit to hold and secure the puppy of your choice. With full amount to be paid at 8 weeks or at time of pick up.
GUARANTEE: Our puppies come with a two-year health guarantee that applies to debilitating congenital or genetic health issues only. Should a puppy develop an inherent or genetic health problem within two years of the puppies birth date, as confirmed by a state-licensed veterinarian, we will provide the client with a replacement puppy from the next available litter. THIS IS NOT A MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE, but rather a puppy replacement guarantee. To date, Smiths Labradoodles has never had a puppy with a known defect or a need to implement this guarantee clause. Guarantee language is articulated in the “Purchase Agreement” document.
PUPPY DELIVERY TERMS: We are willing to deliver a puppy or drive "half way" to meet clients with their new puppy. Smiths Labradoodles has a maximum one-way drive distance of 200 miles from our home in Flint, Michigan. We charge $0.65 per mile for our round-trip distance incurred to deliver a puppy.
AIR-SHIPPING A PUPPY: We can ship a puppy to clients, for pick-up at most major airports within the USA and Canada. This service is provided at the BUYER'S risk and expense. Generally, it costs about $400 to ship a puppy to a major airport within the USA. Shipping costs include the cargo rate, an airline-compliant shipping crate, an Interstate Health Certificate from a licensed veterinarian, and other costs incurred by Smiths Labradoodles. Once the puppy has been dropped off at the airline shipping facility, the puppy's health and well being is the responsibility of the BUYER. Death or injury to the puppy during shipping is the BUYER'S liability and not covered under the Health Guarantee listed above. Puppies can only be shipped when the temperature is between 10°- 85° Fahrenheit throughout the trip. Air shipping a puppy is not our preference, but is done successfully each day in the United States and sometimes the only option.
PUPPY HEALTH: Clients receive a puppy that has had two de-worming treatments and their first vaccination. Clients are required to take their newly purchased puppy to a state-licensed veterinarian for a health check, within four business days of taking possession of their new puppy. Smiths Labradoodles do not come micro-chipped, though we recommend clients have a locator chip implanted in their dogs. In the unfortunate case that your pet is ever lost or stolen, the micro-chip will help local pounds, kennels and veterinarians reunite you with your dog. There are also national databases and websites you can search, or post your pet’s number, to help locate a lost or stolen pet. Clients should consult their veterinarian about this issue. You can read more about microchips, and even purchase your own, by going to the following web site:http://www.avidmicrochip.com
SPAY - NEUTER POLICY: All of Smiths Labradoodles are required to be spayed or neutered before the dog reaches eight months of age. This requirement and associated cost is the responsibility of the client and covered in the terms of the PURCHASE AGREEMENT.
PURCHASE AGREEMENT: Our complete terms of sale are included in our PURCHASE AGREEMENT FORM, which can be requested by email or a phone call.
BOARDING YOUR PUPPY: We recognize that life’s circumstances sometimes complicate "when" you can pick up your new puppy. Should clients have a need to delay their pick-up date, Smiths Labradoodles will charge a flat rate of $7.00 a day to board the puppy, payable upon date of pick-up. This cost covers the expense of feeding and caring for clients' puppies until they are able to take final possession of their dog. Boarding commences 24 hours after receipt of final payment, unless alternate arrangements are agreed upon by both the Buyer and the Seller.
FORM OF PAYMENT(s): Smiths Labradoodles requires cash, direct deposit, cashier’s check, or a money order for all purchases, deposits or boarding costs. No personal checks will be accepted. This safe guard is necessary as Smiths Labradoodles has no way to repossess a puppy, should a personal check not clear payment.
BREEDERS: We are willing to sell to other breeders using a different price schedule and contract terms than those listed above. Please request a BREEDERS’ PURCHASE AGREEMENT FORM by email or a phone call.
For more information, please feel free to email us or give us a call.