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Why did you name your business, "Take A Chance Puppies"? And will I be a taking a chance?
I named my business "Take A Chance Puppies" for a few different reasons. We try to name each of our adult breeding dogs with the name "Chance" and by purchasing one of our puppies, you'll be taking a "Chance" Puppy home with you. Also it is I, that have taken a chance and spent thousands of dollars on my dogs to breed them. Breeding is costly and when we purchase a dog for breeding we are taking the chance that the dog will or will not be a good breeder or suit the qualities needed for breeding. We have bought dogs that have not been exactly what we needed to breed and had to place them in pet homes. We always breed for conformation of the breed, health and temperament. Our puppies are guaranteed and they are seen by our Veterinarian, at least twice before leaving to go to their new homes.
Where are your puppies born?
In our home. Our puppies are born in our bedroom closet. The closet floor is kept clean for our whelping Mothers. The Mother's prefer a secluded, quiet place away from the other dogs, and often people. All Mothers will be protective over their puppies, some more than others. They will growl at the other dogs and fight with them if they even look her way. Some females will not allow anyone around their pups the first few weeks, they have a very protective nature and know just how fragile their puppies are. They Love and need the seclusion the closet offers them. We are with our females through every delivery and assist her when she needs us.
Where are your puppies raised?
When the puppies become old enough to leave the seclusion of our room, they come down and stay in our Living room. They are usually about 2 1/2 weeks to 3 1/2 weeks old. They are socialized with every day. It is important to start exposing them to people, house hold noises such as the TV, Vacum cleaner, pots and pans, etc.
Where do your adult dogs stay?
Our adult dogs are crate trained and sleep inside every night, unless they are nursing in which case they'll be with their puppies. They are given plenty of time to go out side and play in a fenced yard and get their exercise. They also get to come in and spend time with our family indoors. They are allowed inside our home and are treated as part of our family. We Love them all and they are treated just like pets.
At what age do we allow our puppies to go to their new homes?
Typically we let our puppies go to their new homes at the age of 8 weeks of age, depending on their development and growth. Smaller breeds require more time with their Mom than large breeds do. Any puppy kept past 8 weeks of age will be released when our Veterinarian thinks he/she is ready to go. Puppies receive antibodies through their Mother's milk. This natural protection can last up to 8 weeks. Tea cup and toy breeds may nurse longer. Our puppies are completely weaned and eating hard food before going to their new home.
Have your puppies been vaccinated and dewormed?
Yes, Our puppies are up to date on all vaccines and dewormings.. Each puppy receives a well-exam and fecal test before going to their new homes.
Do you have a Health Guarantee?
Yes, we offer a one year Health Guarantee on each puppy against genetics.
What do you feed your dogs and puppies?
I feed the adults, Purina Pro Plan Shredded Blend, Chicken and Rice Flavor. I feed the puppies Purina Pro Plan Puppy, Chicken and Rice Flavor. It's important to feed your puppy a good quality puppy food for one year, they need the extra nutrients provided in the puppy food formula. It's also important to follow up with a good quality dog food after they turn 1. Other dog foods I would Suggest would be Eukanuba or Science Diet. If it's cheap, they will not get the nutrients they need to keep him them healthy and it will often give them diahrrea and more frequent Vet visits. Paying a little extra for food will save you money in the long run and your dog will be healthier and happier! Go ahead make them smile!
Are your puppies house trained?
Most of our puppies start the house training process at 8 weeks depending on their size. They will then start making frequent trips outside to go potty through out the day, weather permitting they get time to stay out for a little while and play.
Do you crate train puppies?
We feel that crate training is a very good thing. It really helps with training them through the night. However, we feel that crate training should be customer preference only. We will crate train your puppy upon your request after the puppy is completely weaned. Older puppies that have not found their forever home yet will have to start crate training by the age of 12 weeks.
Do you require spay/neuter of all puppies?
Our puppies are raised with our Love and we care about them dearly. We prefer they go to a home where they will be spayed or neutered when they are old enough. We reserve the right to refuse to sell a puppy or dog to any one for any reason. If you are a puppy mill, don't waste your time here.
What are your methods of payment?
Paypal is always a secure way to send money. Just add the 3% fee to your payment. I accept personal checks, US postal money orders and cashier's checks for deposits only. All checks must clear the bank before picking up your puppy. I only accept cash at pick up time.
Do you ship puppies?
Most of our puppies are sold locally or with in driving distance. Occasionally we will ship a puppy, we prefer Continental, they have heat and air in their cargo units and take great care of the puppies. Shipping is extra. We will drive to meet you if you live just close enough, we charge 20 cents a mile. We do require the customer to be willing to drive as far as we do to get their puppy. We do not ship our adult dogs, it is costly and we prefer them to be local or within driving distance.
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