Question 1

How can I reserve a puppy?

Accepted Answer

Please reach out to us via our chat button, or email contact@shaggymountainpups.com for more information or to reserve a puppy.

Question 2

Where are you located? Do you deliver puppies out of state?

Accepted Answer

We're located in Herriman, Utah.  Picking up your puppy in-person at our home is preferred.  We can also meet you at Salt Lake City International Airport.  If an adopting family is unable to come to Utah, we can recommend flight nanny companies to deliver your puppy to you, or we may be able to personally fly the puppy to your nearest airport so your puppy will be less stressed since they know us (additional fees and airfare costs apply). We do not ship our puppies as cargo.

Question 3

How much are your puppies?

Accepted Answer

Our puppy prices are shown in the Available Pups page.  Prices vary based on breed/generation, size, gender, and current market.  Breeding rights, if approved, are an additional $1,500.

Question 4

What is the difference between an F1 vs. F1B and Mini vs. Petite Doodle?

Accepted Answer

An F1 Doodle for example is a Goldenretriever x Poodle (Goldendoodle), or King Cavalier Spaniel x Poodle (Cavapoo), or Bernese Mountain Dog x Poodle (Bernedoodle).
F1 coats are typically wavy, plush coats. Some could have straight coats. Our F1 Puppies will be low to non-shedding, but some shedding is possible.

An F1b doodle is an F1 doodle (Goldendoodle, Cavapoo, Bernadoodle, etc.) x Poodle.
In an F1b litter, approximately half of the litter will have the same coat genetics as an F1 and the other half will have two copies of the curl coat and furnishings genes. About half of the litter will have wavy, plush coats similar to an F1 and the other half will have more curly coats.
Our F1b puppies are extremely low to non-shedding and a great choice for families with moderate to severe allergies.

Mini’s are typically 25-40 pounds full grown and Petites are typically 10-25 pounds full grown.

*Note that it is difficult to determine what coat type, final size, and shed qualities any puppy will have when they mature.  We typically have a good idea, but we cannot be held responsible should the puppy end up to be more or less curly, be smaller or larger than expected, or have less or more shed characteristics than expected.  Genetics are weird!  We also cannot guarantee that any puppy will end up being the same color as their puppy coat.  Typically, some fading occurs, especially with doodles.

Question 5

After I choose my puppy will I receive regular updates?

Accepted Answer

Heck YES!!  After a family has chosen their puppy we try to update them weekly with pictures, activities/training we're doing, and, if requested, short videos!

Also stay tuned to our social media pages on Instagram and Facebook for pictures and videos to get to know the entire litter.

Question 6

What vaccines and dewormings do puppies receive before going home?

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They receive their first shots and health check at approximately 6-8 weeks before going home with you. We do NOT give vaccines on our own…we leave that to the professionals!  Plus, we don’t want to be the ones to make a puppy cry if it hurts!  They also receive at least one deworming. Included in your puppy packet will be a vaccination record that your veterinarian will need.  Make sure to take it with you to your first appointment that should occur within 1-2 weeks after getting your puppy.

Question 7

What is ENS training and why does my future puppy get that done?

Accepted Answer

ENS Training was developed by the U.S. Military.  It stands for Early Neurological Stimulation.  It occurs once a day and every day from day 3-16 of your new puppies life.  The first 3 weeks of their lives are what some believe are the most critical in terms of socialization and getting them used to human touch and desensitizing them to “scary” things.  It is when there is rapid neurological growth and development.  Five benefits have been observed in dogs that had ENS training, including improved heart rate; stronger heart beats; stronger adrenal glands; more tolerance to stress; and greater resistance to disease.  In tests, ENS trained pups were more active and explored more than non- stimulated littermates.

Question 8

What will I receive with my puppy?

Accepted Answer

A full Puppy Packet consisting of: 
Health records with a list of vaccinations
Veterinary Health Certificate (if traveling outside of the lower 48 states by airplane). $100 fee applies.
A sample bag of their current puppy food. 
Scented blanket. 
Toys.
Treats.
One-year health guarantee.
A lifetime of breeder support and encouragement.

Question 9

Do you offer a health guarantee?

Accepted Answer

We hope this is never something we will need to utilize because we take every precaution to ensure healthy litters.  However, we do offer a one-year Health Guarantee against life threatening congenital defects from the date of birth.  If needed, we will provide a full refund of the purchase price or a puppy from an upcoming litter with our sincerest heartfelt apologies.

*Note - we are not responsible for costs associated with any health condition, testing, bills, etc.  We are responsible for veterinarian costs associated with an independent second opinion, when done at our request.

Question 10

Where are the puppies raised?

Accepted Answer

Our doggy mama’s are members of our family and live with us inside our home as our well loved pets, or they are raised in guardian homes with another hand-selected family who have raised the mama since she was a puppy and will keep her for life!  All mamas give birth inside our home with our assistance where they and the puppies are warm, loved on and socialized by adults, children and other dogs.  We DO NOT raise our puppies outside, in a shed, or in a garage.  Nope…we suffer through the stinky times inside our home so we can smell puppy breath whenever we want.  Sorry, not sorry!

Question 11

Can I visit the parents and puppies before I place a deposit?

Accepted Answer

Yes!  Unlike many breeders, we do allow a visit prior to placing a deposit as long as everyone is healthy.  We understand you want to see these babies before deciding, and we don’t blame you one bit.  I mean, who wouldn’t want to visit some cute puppies?  We do ask that small children be watched carefully and shown by their parents how to correctly hold and respect a puppy.

Question 12

When can we pick up our puppy or when will he/she be delivered?

Accepted Answer

Our puppies are ready to go to their new homes at 8 weeks old. Please make arrangements to pick up your puppy within 3 days after the puppy turns 8 weeks old. If a puppy needs to stay with us longer than 8 1/2 weeks due to a new owner’s schedule, we charge $25.00/day boarding fee which does not include the fee of extra immunizations or dewormings, if necessary.

Note:  Some airlines require the puppy to be older than 8 weeks to fly.  Please choose an airline that allows in-cabin (under the seat) puppies at 8 weeks old, or you won’t be able to take your puppy home with you. Sad face!  We can provide an under the seat puppy carrier for you (with at least 1 weeks notice) and meet you at Salt Lake City International Airport, if needed, for a $125.00 fee, or for $75 we can just bring the puppy to the airport and you can bring your own under the seat carrier. We can also help provide referrals for a Flight Nanny if you want the puppy flown to you.  In some cases, we can even bring the puppy to you personally (additional fees and airfare required which will be dependent on the distance of travel and airfare).  Some clients prefer this so they know the person bringing the puppy to them knows and loves their puppy already and is less stressful for the puppy.

We will never let a puppy leave our home before it’s ready. If a certain puppy needs to stay here longer, we will arrange that with you without additional fees.

Question 13

Final Payments

Accepted Answer

Final payment is due upon delivery for those picking up in-person at our home.  Preferred payment method is cash.

For those requesting us to meet you at Salt Lake City International Airport, or those using a flight nanny or breeder delivery service, final payment is due via Venmo, Paypal Friend and Family or Zelle 48 hours prior to the agreed airport drop off time, or scheduled flight time.  This is the total amount (with fees) minus the deposit.