Sales Agreement

1. Your pup will have a health check at 7-8 weeks of age, during which it will have updated shots, be dewormed, and be microchipped.

2. Your pup will be socialized and will graduate from our puppy program.

3. We provide a two-year health and hip dysplasia guarantee. If any congenital or genetic problems inhibit the pup from being a quality companion dog, we will accept the pup back for a full refund or exchange, or you may keep your pup and get another pup from the next available similar litter. A letter explaining the pup’s defect from a certified vet must be forwarded to us before the exchange. A phone call with a follow-up letter from the certified vet is also satisfactory. Vet charges and transportation costs will remain the client’s responsibility.

4. Once your application has been submitted, it will be screened to determine if a Goldendoodle fits you and your lifestyle. You will be contacted whether we accept your application or not. When it is determined that you would make a good fit with the Goldendoodle crossbreed, we will require a non-refundable deposit of $250 CAN. This deposit will hold your place on the waiting list until we acquire a good match to your list of wants and lifestyle. We normally take 5 deposits before a litter is born, then wait to see how many there are before accepting more.

5. You will be contacted when a pup is born and is determined to be a potentially good fit for what you are looking for (i.e./ size, timing). Choosing from the litter starts after their vet visit at 7-8 weeks and after the puppy evaluations are done around the same time. We require the remaining amount owing on the pup to be paid at least 2 weeks prior to pick up or delivery if paying by personal cheque. Final payment can be paid by cash or certified cheque on pick-up day or by e-transfer the day before. If an unforeseen event happens to your pup, your final payment will be returned to you, and your deposit will be held for another pup. If you want to keep the pup here longer than 1-2 weeks after they are ready to go home or from when you have committed to an older pup, arrangements must be made beforehand, and there will be a $20/day charge.

6. Hearty K9s reserve the right to choose the first pup in any litter for the use of their breeding program or as special needs arise for someone who requires an official service dog who has their certified trainer involved in the process of choosing.

7. Our prices are $3000, including GST, for all pups.

8. What sets us apart?

• A Puppy Program which is detailed and deliberate that grows a pup with immense potential. Our goal is to provide service and therapy dog quality pups in each litter who can fill those roles if and when needed.
• Puppy Evaluations are done in the 7th-8th week, giving us a window into getting to know the pup better. These are videoed, and links are sent to the clients who choose from the litter just before the time of choosing.
• Training and seasoned advice. Sonia has taken multiple puppy-rearing and dog-training courses across North America. A two-hour training session via a recorded Zoom call is given before pick-up to give a visual/audio option for preparing for your puppy.
• A second training session will help improve leash skills, increase your dog’s attentiveness, and guide you through training “Place” in a way that can impress your company and make your life so much better with your pup. This is given to you via videos upon request.
• Our experience in breeding Goldendoodles since 2004 and our multiple repeat customers speak for themselves.

Also included:

• An updated website with loads of information and enjoyable regular Instagram updates @heartyk9s_home.
• Pups who are vet-checked and whose parents (with great temperaments) have general health, hip, elbow and eye clearances.
• At the time of pick up, you receive a ‘goodie bag’ that includes a collar and slip line/leash, a stuffy that has been rubbed on Mom and siblings, a vet certificate of health, microchip information, and a sample of the dog food they’ve been eating.
• One month of free health insurance for your pup.
• Ongoing support.

9. You can pick up your pup between 8-9 weeks old or 1-2 weeks after committing to a pup. The cost of keeping your puppy here longer depends on how much and what kind of things you would like me to work on with your puppy (i.e., house training, crate training, leash work, etc.). That will also depend on how much time I have to do extra work with them. So, pricing and options are determined on a case-by-case basis. Special arrangements must be made ahead of time with me (Sonia) to keep your pup here longer than 8 weeks.

If you cannot pick up your puppy by 9 weeks of age (or 2 weeks after committing to an older pup), there will be a flat boarding fee of $20/day. This cost includes minimal leash and/or crate work. If you would like more extensive training while your pup is here, I do accept limited spots based on my workload and ability to do so at the requested time. More advanced leash work and basic house manners would start at $50/day. House training that includes sleeping in a crate by my bed at night or making trips to town to welcoming businesses would be $200/day. For days that I cannot put in the extra training, the daily rate will be back down to $20/day for boarding. Training prices include boarding. I will provide photos and videos of your pup’s progress during their extra stay here. Please contact me if you have questions.

10. We suggest that you pick up the puppy from us yourself. If it is not possible for you to pick up the pup in person, flight arrangements must be made in advance and payments are due the day before shipping.

11. We hold a special place in our hearts for our pups, and we want to know how they are doing. We gladly receive and encourage updates and family pictures.

12. If for some unforeseen reason, you are not able to keep your dog from us, I ask that you contact me for my records. If you need help finding a home for them, I am willing to help in that process.

13. It is important for our breeding program that if your dog develops concerning health issues, that you let us know.

14. Please make all cheques payable to Hearty K9s.

15. We’re here for the life of your dog and are committed to helping you have an awesome experience with your Hearty K9!