Question 1

Which breeds do you specialize in?

Accepted Answer

We breed different generations and sizes of Cavapoos.

Question 2

Do you do health testing?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all our parent dogs are health tested before any breeding takes place. This is to be sure that we are breeding dogs that are compatible to one another.

Question 3

Do you offer a Health Guarantee?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we offer a one-year genetic health guarantee.

Question 4

Does my puppy come with dew claws removed?

Accepted Answer

We do not remove any dew claws. There is a large body of evidence showing the importance of dew claws on dogs.

Question 5

How do you raise your puppies?

Accepted Answer

All our puppies are raised in our home, with children of all ages who give daily love and care. We follow BAB Program and Puppy Culture Protocols with Early Neurological Stimulation and Early Scent Introduction from days 3-16. At 4 weeks old we begin potty training and at 6 weeks old we begin crate training. Throughout each of these we also do touch and sound desensitization as well as offer different tactile objects. Our number one goal is to set our puppies up for success.

Question 6

Can I get one of your puppies if I’m not in Utah?

Accepted Answer

Yes! About 95% of our puppies live out of state. We have a flight nanny who can fly with your puppy in the cabin and deliver to your nearest major airport.

Question 7

How can I get on a waitlist for one of your puppies?

Accepted Answer

Fill out our puppy application and we will reach out to you! Once you have placed a deposit, you are put on our waitlist. Once your application has been received, we will reach out to you within 24 hours.

Question 8

How much is the deposit? Is it refundable?

Accepted Answer

The deposit is $700 and is non-refundable. This shows you are serious and are ready for a puppy.

Your $700 deposit is applied towards the total balance.

Question 9

How does the selection process work?

Accepted Answer

Once you are approved and have placed a deposit, you can adopt any available puppy, or you may request that your name be added to the upcoming litter of your choice. Pick positions on any upcoming litter are determined on a "first come first serve" basis.

Question 10

When is the balance due?

Accepted Answer

The remaining balance is due in cash at pickup.

Question 11

How do you take payment?

Accepted Answer

We accept Cash or Venmo.

Question 12

When can I meet my puppy?

Accepted Answer

Due to the potential spread of parvovirus, and other known illnesses, we are not allowing in-person visits until puppy pick up day. We will do our best to send videos and pictures and are more than happy to do a Facetime call for you to meet them.

We are also very active on our Instagram page @sunnysideminidoodles and would love for you to follow along!

Question 13

When will my puppy be ready to go home?

Accepted Answer

Puppies can go home at 8 weeks old! Sorry, there are no exceptions to letting them go home sooner.

Question 14

Will my puppy come vet checked?

Accepted Answer

Yes! All of our puppies are vet checked, dewormed, and up to date on vaccinations before leaving our care.

Question 15

Will my puppy come to us microchipped?

Accepted Answer

We do not microchip our puppies. The growth that takes place in the first 16 weeks of life can cause the microchip to be expelled or migrate. We recommend waiting until their last set of puppy vaccines to have a chip placed.

Question 16

Does my puppy come with breeding rights?

Accepted Answer

No. All our puppies are sold on a strict spay/neuter contract, unless otherwise noted by the breeder. Official veterinarian documentation will be required within one year.

Question 17

Does my puppy come spayed or neutered?

Accepted Answer

No. Dogs need to reach full sexual maturity before being spayed or neutered. We do not recommend this procedure before one year old.

Question 18

Will my puppy come trained?

Accepted Answer

We work with our puppies daily to make them confident, well-adjusted, and trusting. We will introduce them to crates, start them on potty training, and will start with recall using positive reinforcement. They will not come fully crate trained, potty trained, or leash trained. There will be a transition period and will likely be accidents in your home - they are little babies after all.

Question 19

Does my puppy come with any papers?

Accepted Answer

We only breed designed (mixed-breed) dogs, which are not recognized by the AKC. Your puppy will not come with any registration. There are mixed breed registrations out there, but they do not require any documentation to prove breed, so we do not register our puppies through any association.

Question 20

What does my puppy come with?

Accepted Answer

Your puppy comes with health tested parents, raised on a curriculum, a small bag of the food they have been eating (enough to transition to whatever you like), a blanket and toy that smells like their mom and littermates, and a copy of their vaccination records.

Question 21

How often will my puppy need to be groomed?

Accepted Answer

Non-shedding dogs need regular grooming. We do not recommend bathing your puppy more than once a week, to avoid dry skin and matting. Grooming should take place every 5-12 weeks, depending on your preference. Regular brushing helps keep your dog soft and mat-free.

Question 22

Do you guarantee the adult size and coat of your puppies?

Accepted Answer

Due to the nature of mixed-breed dogs, we do not guarantee adult size or coats.We will have a great idea based off both parents and genetics, but unfortunately cannot guarantee.

Question 23

Do all of your breeding dogs live with you?

Accepted Answer

They do not! We only have a few of our breeding dogs who live with us. All our other moms and dads live with amazing guardian families near Salt Lake City, Utah.

Question 24

What is a guardian home?

Accepted Answer

A guardian home is a permanent home for one of our dogs. They live their best lives with another family, while we retain breeding rights.

Question 25

Interested in becoming a guardian home?

Accepted Answer

If you live within 30 minutes of Salt Lake City, Utah and are interested, fill out our puppy application or contact us!

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