ADOPTION PROCESS
How to Adopt a Bernedoodle
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, we have established a process that we believe is convenient and fair for potential puppy homes. We wait until the litter is approximately 5-6 weeks old to post them. At that time, we list the Bernedoodle litter and make each puppy available for individual reservation on a first-come, first-served basis.
During the initial posting, the puppies will be available for preview only, indicated by the label “(for sale soon).” This will be featured on our website under the section “Puppies for Sale by Litter.” After a few days, the preview period will end, and puppies will be officially posted as available (without prior announcement) around Day 10-11 at 11 AM CST.
If any conflicts of interest arise, Curbys Creek Bernedoodles reserves the right to return the deposit. Please note that returning customers may select a puppy before the official posting, per our policy. If you see puppies marked as “(Sold)” during the preview period, those puppies are reserved by returning customers.
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.
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 North Carolina, or we offer shipping via Air at the customer’s expense (350 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.