ADOPTION PROCESS
Bernedoodle Waitlist
At Curbys Creek Bernedoodles, we chose not to adopt the standard process of having a waitlist that is followed by the majority of Bernedoodle breeders. We decided that it was just not ethical for us to promise production of puppies that we had promised in advance. We feel like it would put pressure on our dogs and us to produce, and we feel that being pressured could lead to breeding for quantity vs. quality. There’s also the concern for the customers. We understand that life has its twists and turns, and a lot can change in a year or 2 that the customer may be on a waitlist.
Bernedoodle Reservation Process
At Curbys Creek Bernedoodles, the process we have established that makes the most sense for us, and we believe is the most convenient, fair process for potential puppy homes, is to wait until the litter is approximately 5-6 weeks old, at which time the Bernedoodle Litter is posted and each puppy is available to be individually reserved on a first come first serve basis. At the time of posting, litters will only be posted for preview, which will be stated in the profile as ( for sale soon), and will be posted on the website “ Puppies for sale by Litter” only. Once the preview period ends after a few days, they will be posted as available ( unannounced day 10-11 am CST). Everyone who has opted to be notified will receive an email with a link attached at the bottom of the page, along with a password to enter in the password section. Each puppy will have a deposit tab within their profile, which will direct to PayPal to complete a NONREFUNDABLE deposit. Note! Reservations are not final until we have had a chance to visit with the reserving party, if not done so before reserving. If there is any conflict of interest, Curbys Creek Bernedoodles may opt to return the deposit. Note! Returning customers are allowed to select a puppy before posting per Curbys Creek Bernedoodles policy! If you see puppies marked (Sold) in the preview period, those puppies are reserved by a returning customer.
NOTE! Our demand has become very high, and unfortunately, we can only properly breed a certain number of puppies, and demand has become much higher than supply, therefor we can not provide a puppy for everyone. When we post puppies available, they reserve very quickly. It would be very much appreciated if we could avoid all of the negativity after the puppies post from those who miss out on reserving a puppy, as we are doing the very best that we can, but there just aren’t nearly enough to go around. We can’t even express how grateful we are for all of the interests, and we can assure that we would love nothing more than to be able to provide every interest with one of our Bernedoodle puppies, but unfortunately, it is not possible at this time. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience.
Bernedoodles’ interests will want to watch for new litters to post in preview and opt in to be notified via the link provided in the litter description once posted for preview.
Bernedoodle Take Home Process
Puppies are generally ready to leave for their forever homes by 8 weeks of age, but Curbys Creek Bernedoodles reserves the right to hold them for an extended period of time if we feel it is necessary to do so. We offer pickup at our home in Northern Missouri, or we offer shipping via Air at the customer’s expense (850 dollars), via nanny service ( pending it can be arranged and will be an option). Pickup or shipping options are coordinated at 6 weeks old after families have selected their specific puppy of choice.
Included With Bernedoodle Puppy
At Curbys Creek Bernedoodles, your Bernedoodle puppy will come home up to date on all shots and wormers, along with a record of all shots and wormers administered over the course of their young lives. At Curbys Creek Bernedoodles, we register each Bernedoodle puppy at designerbreedregistry.com, and a puppy registration paper is included in the puppy packet, which also includes a certificate of health from our local veterinarian. Note! We do not microchip puppies before going home, due to a few families preferring not to have their puppy microchipped. Microchipping is a very easy, affordable process that a customer’s veterinarian can easily do.