Frequently
asked
questions
1
Do you sell on full registration?
Short answer: no. I will consider selling on full registration if certain criteria are met. If you would like to discuss the option, please contact me.
2
How much are Valinor puppies?
$2500. A $500 deposit is required after puppies are matched to their prospective owners. This means, a deposit is not required prior to 7-8 weeks old. Once temperament testing has been completed, a deposit will be collected to secure your place on the list.
3
When Do puppies go home?
Puppies will not be available before 8 weeks under any circumstances. Ideally, I will keep a litter until 10 weeks old. This may change depending on circumstances.
4
Can i pick out my own puppy?
I match puppies to their best match owner based on temperament tests and careful observation of them over the 8-10 weeks they are in my care.
5
I want a red/cream/etc. puppy...
Color is the last consideration when matching puppies to their homes. I cannot guarantee the color of puppies in a litter, and cannot guarantee your preferred color will have the correct temperament match.
6
Can I come visit the puppies?
In general, no. There will be several invite-only puppy parties as part of their socialization protocol where puppy buyers have the opportunity to come and get to know them.
7
Do you ship puppies?
No. I would like to meet each puppy parent face to face, so you must come pick up your puppy in person.
8
Are these show dogs or hunting dogs?
My goal is to have dogs that can do both! At minimum, each breeding dog will earn a JH title and/or WC from the GRCA. Certain breedings will be with conformation showing in mind, and some will be solely hunt/performance based.
9
How are the puppies raised?
I primarily use Suzanne Clothier's Enriched Puppy Protocol, as well as elements from Avidog and Puppy Culture like Early Neurological Stimulation and Early Scent Introduction. Puppies are raised in my home. They are exposed to normal household sights, sounds, and smells. Puppies will also be introduced to birds and gunfire, as well as sights, sounds, and smells of city life.
10
What do the puppies eat?
My dogs eat 50/50 Purina Pro Plan and Instinct Raw. Puppies will be weaned onto the same food.
11
Do you health test?
Yes! All breeding dogs are compliant with the GRCA Code of Ethics health testing recommendations and have OFA CHIC numbers. Complete health testing information is on each dog's profile page.
12
Do you breed service dogs?
Since my goal is to create a dog with enough drive for performance and hunting ability, I cannot guarantee dogs will make appropriate service animals. I am not opposed to placing a dog as a service prospect as long as certain requirements are discussed prior to placement.
13
We are LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC Friendly!
I do not discriminate placement based on gender identity, sexual orientation, or race.