While we have always welcomed our owners into our puppy area, and therefore into our home, this year Covid-19 has required temporary changes to how we will conduct visits. As always, we will send the families on the waiting list weekly puppy pictures from birth, we will temperament test the puppies at 6 weeks of age and send out the temperament results. In the past, approximately 60% of our families would visit in person to choose their puppy with our assistance. The others would choose their puppies in order, using pictures and the temperament analysis.
This year, we understand the need to travel less; we encourage families to choose their puppy using pictures and the Volhard temperament test results. We will also offer scheduled Facetime visits as an alternative. Finally, if you prefer to visit in person, we will schedule a visit with the understanding that it will be outdoors on the covered patio. You will still be able to observe and interact with the puppies. We will have hand sanitizer, restroom facilities will not be available. This makes us sad and we look forward to a time when we can return to normal.
The 8-week puppy pick-up will be revised as well. We will still include the AKC registration paperwork, a small bag of puppy food, and a toy or blanket with the scent of your puppy’s littermates. The veterinary shot records, training advice, potty schedule, and other paperwork will be emailed now, instead of printed. Pick-up will take place outdoors, on the covered patio.
We look forward to a time when we can return to normal
