Lucky Little Aussies LLC
ASDR Toy, Mini & Standard Australian Shepherds
L.L.A's PROCESS
PLEASE, remember:
as you Start this journey for your Fur-Life Friend with L.L.A,
these Puppies are, also, on the Same Journey
and Searching for the Best Match for Them, Fur-Life, as well.
Lucky Little Aussies' does their BEST to Facilitate P-awsome Matches
to HELP Adoptive Families/Individuals Grow their Family Appropriately. π₯°
All Parties Involved need to be Considerate & Kind.
We are just a Small Family doing what we are passionate about;
We are happy to Share our HOBBY with & Help as many families/Individuals as we Can Within Reason β€οΈ
Lucky Little Aussies LLC chooses NOT to do a Traditional βwaiting listβ...
We Could have a "Waiting list"; We could just accept everyoneβs deposits and they could wait depending on their place βin-lineβ
...But there are Too many uncontrollable variables and we prefer not to hold onto people's money.
IF we did accept Deposits for Every Approved Applicant, we believe, something Terrible for our puppies is VERY LIKELY to occur; Families could CHOOSE TO SETTLE on a Puppy that does Not 100% match them because they have already placed a deposit & may feel stuck or just do not want to Wait.
We do Not want that..
For L.L.A it is about Placing Puppies into FUR-LIFE Homes β We will always Prioritize what is Best for our puppies even if it takes us a year or more to find the right match for a puppy, we would do whatever it takes.
Being a Pet Breeder should NOT be Just about a family wanting a puppy now or a family thinking the puppy is cute (Ignoring or not Knowing the important stuff) or getting puppies as Gifts or for Holidays or anything like that ... Animals are Not "Things", they are Living Beings that will require Commitment for 10-20 YEARS.
God gives us these little lives and entrusts us to Help them find what is BEST for THEM in this world, we will Forever be Responsible to & for Them FIRST ... And OF COURSE we do our Best to Match as many families as we can Properly BUT we are not here "selling Things", we are here Helping Families Grow and Focusing on what is Best for EVERYONE β€οΈ
What Lucky Little Aussies LLC CHOOSES INSTEAD...
We do a βReservation Listβ where people who are Ready for a Puppy, Proactive & Committed can place a Non-refundable Deposit SEASONALLY. Their Deposit can be Placed AFTER a SEASONAL Newsletter is Sent Out for Upcoming Litters or Current Litters (if applicable) and the Reservation Request Form OPENS.
Then the Families/Individuals can CHOOSE a Puppy Based on the Energy Level, Personality, Preliminary Drive Scores, Aptitude Testing, Size & Colors they Need/Want that Best Fit Their Lifestyle Once the Puppies are 7+ Weeks of Age.
The Families Place In-Line is Based on their Reservation Number, a.k.a their PUBLIC Pick Number.
This number will tell them how many puppies they can Choose From out of the Puppies Available to the PUBLIC.
This Number CAN Change; Sometimes, Lucky Little Aussies will Choose to Keep a Puppy or 2 from a Certain Litter to Improve our Program and always Reserve the Right to First PRIVATE Pick.
IF a family Moves UP on a Litter they will be Notified of their New Public Pick Number/Reservation Number.
The Families get to watch the puppies grow, Ask Questions & Often even SEE Various Steps of Socialization (Like Puppy Walks in Strollers, Sand Play, Practicing Redirection, etc) for SEVEN WEEKS BEFORE Choosing Their Puppy.
The Families will choose based on Photos/Videos, Lucky Little Aussiesβ Description of Individual Puppyβs Personality, Energy Level, Estimated Adult Size, Preliminary Drive Scores & Volhard Aptitude Test Results. Also, When Allowed again (Post COVID) IN-PERSON Meet & Greets BUT in the Meantime we offer LIVE Facebook Videos Instead to keep Everyone Safe. β€οΈ
This method allows families to take the Process of Puppy Buying back into their hands by being a system that works FOR Families
& what Fits Best for THEM. β€οΈ
β οΈ You Must READ
ALL E-mails/Training Material Provided -AND- the Website Thoroughly
to be Considered!
That being said, if you ask Repetitive Questions you will likely be Skipped because Repetitive Questions that Are Answered by L.L.A, on the Website, via E-Mail Replies -and/or- Training Material Provided, it Shows a Lack of Due Diligence.
Due Diligence is Required to raise a puppy Properly β If Families/Individuals are Unwilling to Read our Website or E-Mail Replies Thoroughly they will likely Fail to Read our Entire Puppy Packet, the Training E-Books we send home and are likely to Lack Follow Through needed to be an informed/educated Pawrent.
PLEASE, Take Your Time and READ All Replies/E-Mails, Our Website & All Educational Material Provided to you β Circumstances can only Improve with Education/Information! π₯°
____
Due Diligence: β...the investigation or exercise of care that a reasonable business or person is normally expected to take before entering into an agreement or contract with another party or an act with a certain standard of care.β (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Due_diligence)
β οΈ Itβs very important to be Responsive and Proactive*
*βProactiveβ does NOT mean "Impatient" or βHarassmentβ β Proactive Simply Means, Enabling Push Notifications from Social Media (so you do not miss any Openings) AND Checking SOCIAL MEDIA at Least ONCE a Month to Assess if there are Any Openings is the Most we Expect.
We are absolutely here to answer other questions; However, Please, do not call every other week or every 3 Days Asking to be Added to a List or If we have an Open Spot or Updated Photos/Videos (We Update as Much as Possible). π
Simple Likes, Comments & Messages keep you fresh in our Hearts π π
Steps You Can Take to be CONSIDERED for a "Lucky Little Aussie"
1) Reach Out to L.L.A to Get GENERAL PRICING*
*See Link Provided Upon Request for More Details and a List of Everything INCLUDED.
3) LIKE & FOLLOW Lucky Little Aussies on Facebook and/or Instagram
4) IF Your Application is Approved: CHECK SOCIAL MEDIA OFTEN!
Checking SOCIAL MEDIA Every 2-4 Weeks will improve your odds!
(ENABLE Push Notifications, Please)
5) READ & Complete the Rest of OUR PROCESS Including the STEPS BELOW ππ
(Deposit Information & Acceptable Payment Methods listed BELOW)
IF You are APPROVED β
BASIC Steps to Reserve a Spot or Puppy
AND WHEN You Should Place a Non-refundable Deposit BELOW β¬οΈ
1) Check Social Media, Frequently!
2) IF You See: A Puppy "Lπking for a Fur-Life Home" -OR- an Open Spot on a Specific Litter
(On Social Media)
3) Reach Out; then CONSIDER IF You would Like to Proceed
AND IF the Puppy -or- Spot is a Good Fit for You & Your Lifestyle
4) Review L.L.A's Entire Website, Terms & Conditions AND the Adoption Contract
(PRIOR to filling out a Reservation Request Form, Please!)
5) IF the Puppy -or- Spot is a Good Match, Fill out a Reservation Request Form
(via L.L.A's REQUEST to Reserve A Puppy Page)
6) CONFIRM with L.L.A that the Puppy or Spot is Still Available
(after Household Deliberation)
7) FINISH UP Your Reservation Request BY placing a Non-refundable Deposit
of $210* (Via the 2-Step Payment Form) π₯°
*$10 is a Service Fee charged as a Business using Third Party Financial Institutions
No Service Fees are charged on In-Person CASH Deposits -or- CASH Final Payments! π
-- We do NOT accept Mailed Funds, Money Orders or Checks --
- OR -
1) You Can Wait for a Seasonal Newsletter to be Posted or Emailed
2) Review L.L.A's Entire Website, Terms & Conditions AND the Adoption Contract
(PRIOR to filling out a Reservation Request Form, Please!)
3) List Your Top 5 Favorite Adult Pairs
(Keep Your Desired Size in Mind)
4) L.L.A will Verify which Spot is Available to YOU
(Based on Your Preferences & what Best Fits Your Wants/Needs)
5) FINISH UP Your Reservation Request BY placing a Non-refundable Deposit
of $210* (Via the 2-Step Payment Form) π₯°
*$10 is a Service Fee charged as a Business using Third Party Financial Institutions
No Service Fees are charged on In-Person CASH Deposits -or- CASH Final Payments! π
-- We do NOT accept Mailed Funds, Money Orders or Checks --
L.L.A's PROCESS
PLEASE, remember:
as you Start this journey for your Fur-Life Friend with L.L.A,
these Puppies are, also, on the Same Journey
and Searching for the Best Match for Them, Fur-Life, as well.
Lucky Little Aussies' does their BEST to Facilitate
P-awsome Matches
to HELP Adoptive Families/Individuals Grow their Family Appropriately. π₯°
All Parties Involved need to be Considerate & Kind.
We are just a Small Family doing what we are passionate about;
We are happy to Share our HOBBY with & Help as many families/Individuals as we Can Within Reason β€οΈ
Lucky Little Aussies LLC chooses NOT to do a Traditional βwaiting listβ...
We Could have a "Waiting list"; We could just accept everyoneβs deposits and they could wait depending on their place βin-lineβ
...But there are Too many uncontrollable variables and we prefer not to hold onto people's money.
IF we did accept Deposits for Every Approved Applicant, we believe, something Terrible for our puppies is VERY LIKELY to occur; Families could CHOOSE TO SETTLE on a Puppy that does Not 100% match them because they have already placed a deposit & may feel stuck or just do not want to Wait.
We do Not want that..
For L.L.A it is about Placing Puppies into FUR-LIFE Homes β We will always Prioritize what is Best for our puppies even if it takes us a year or more to find the right match for a puppy, we would do whatever it takes.
Being a Pet Breeder should NOT be Just about a family wanting a puppy now or a family thinking the puppy is cute (Ignoring or not Knowing the important stuff) or getting puppies as Gifts or for Holidays or anything like that ... Animals are Not "Things", they are Living Beings that will require Commitment for 10-20 YEARS.
God gives us these little lives and entrusts us to Help them find what is BEST for THEM in this world, we will Forever be Responsible to & for Them FIRST ... And OF COURSE we do our Best to Match as many families as we can Properly BUT we are not here "selling Things", we are here Helping Families Grow and Focusing on what is Best for EVERYONE β€οΈ
What Lucky Little Aussies LLC CHOOSES INSTEAD...
We do a βReservation Listβ where people who are Ready for a Puppy, Proactive & Committed can place a Non-refundable Deposit SEASONALLY. Their Deposit can be Placed AFTER a SEASONAL Newsletter is Sent Out for Upcoming Litters or Current Litters (if applicable) and the Reservation Request Form OPENS.
Then the Families/Individuals can CHOOSE a Puppy Based on the Energy Level, Personality, Preliminary Drive Scores, Aptitude Testing, Size & Colors they Need/Want that Best Fit Their Lifestyle Once the Puppies are 7+ Weeks of Age.
The Families Place In-Line is Based on their Reservation Number, a.k.a their PUBLIC Pick Number.
This number will tell them how many puppies they can Choose From out of the Puppies Available to the PUBLIC.
This Number CAN Change; Sometimes, Lucky Little Aussies will Choose to Keep a Puppy or 2 from a Certain Litter to Improve our Program and always Reserve the Right to First PRIVATE Pick.
IF a family Moves UP on a Litter they will be Notified of their New Public Pick Number/Reservation Number.
The Families get to watch the puppies grow, Ask Questions & Often even SEE Various Steps of Socialization (Like Puppy Walks in Strollers, Sand Play, Practicing Redirection, etc) for SEVEN WEEKS BEFORE Choosing Their Puppy.
The Families will choose based on Photos/Videos, Lucky Little Aussiesβ Description of Individual Puppyβs Personality, Energy Level, Estimated Adult Size, Preliminary Drive Scores & Volhard Aptitude Test Results. Also, When Allowed again (Post COVID) IN-PERSON Meet & Greets BUT in the Meantime we offer LIVE Facebook Videos Instead to keep Everyone Safe. β€οΈ
This method allows families to take the Process of Puppy Buying back into their hands by being a system that works FOR Families
& what Fits Best for THEM. β€οΈ
β οΈ You Must READ
ALL E-mails/Training Material Provided -AND- the Website Thoroughly
to be Considered!
That being said, if you ask Repetitive Questions you will likely be Skipped because Repetitive Questions that Are Answered by L.L.A, on the Website, via E-Mail Replies -and/or- Training Material Provided, it Shows a Lack of Due Diligence.
Due Diligence is Required to raise a puppy Properly β If Families/Individuals are Unwilling to Read our Website or E-Mail Replies Thoroughly they will likely Fail to Read our Entire Puppy Packet, the Training E-Books we send home and are likely to Lack Follow Through needed to be an informed/educated Pawrent.
PLEASE, Take Your Time and READ All Replies/E-Mails, Our Website & All Educational Material Provided to you β Circumstances can only Improve with Education/Information! π₯°
____
Due Diligence: β...the investigation or exercise of care that a reasonable business or person is normally expected to take before entering into an agreement or contract with another party or an act with a certain standard of care.β (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Due_diligence)
β οΈ Itβs very important to be Responsive and Proactive*
*βProactiveβ does NOT mean "Impatient" or βHarassmentβ β Proactive Simply Means, Enabling Push Notifications from Social Media (so you do not miss any Openings) AND Checking SOCIAL MEDIA at Least ONCE a Month to Assess if there are Any Openings is the Most we Expect.
We are absolutely here to answer other questions; However, Please, do not call every other week or every 3 Days Asking to be Added to a List or If we have an Open Spot or Updated Photos/Videos (We Update as Much as Possible). π
Simple Likes, Comments & Messages keep you fresh in our Hearts π π
Steps You Can Take to be CONSIDERED for a "Lucky Little Aussie"
1) Reach Out to L.L.A to Get GENERAL PRICING*
*See Link Provided Upon Request for More Details and a List of Everything INCLUDED.
2) APPLY*
*There is a $25 Application Fee
(Application Review Times Vary)
3) LIKE & FOLLOW Lucky Little Aussies on Facebook and/or Instagram
4) IF Your Application is Approved: CHECK SOCIAL MEDIA OFTEN!
Checking SOCIAL MEDIA Every 2-4 Weeks will improve your odds!
(ENABLE Push Notifications, Please)
5) READ & Complete the Rest of OUR PROCESS Including the STEPS BELOW ππ
(Deposit Information & Acceptable Payment Methods listed BELOW)
IF You are APPROVED β
BASIC Steps to Reserve a Spot or Puppy
AND WHEN You Should Place a Non-refundable Deposit BELOW β¬οΈ
1) Check Social Media, Frequently!
2) IF You See: A Puppy "Lπking for a Fur-Life Home" -OR- an Open Spot on a Specific Litter -OR- an Available Puppy
(On Social Media)
3) CONSIDER IF You would Like to Proceed
AND IF the Puppy -or- Spot is a Good Fit for You & Your Lifestyle
4) Review L.L.A's Entire Website, Terms & Conditions AND the Adoption Contract
(PRIOR to filling out a Reservation Request Form, Please!)
5) IF the Puppy or Spot is a Good Match, Fill out a Reservation Request Form
(via L.L.A's REQUEST to Reserve A Puppy Page)
6) CONFIRM with L.L.A that the Puppy or Spot is Still Available
(after Household Deliberation)
7) FINISH UP Your Reservation Request BY placing a Non-refundable Deposit of $210* (Via the 2-Step Payment Form) π₯°
*$10 is a Service Fee charged as a Business using Third Party Financial Institutions.
No Service Fees are charged on In-Person CASH Deposits -or- CASH Final Payments! π
-- We do NOT accept Mailed Funds, Money Orders or Checks ---
- OR -
1) You Can Wait for a Seasonal Newsletter to be Posted or Emailed
2) Review L.L.A's Entire Website, Terms & Conditions AND the Adoption Contract
(PRIOR to filling out a Reservation Request Form, Please!)
On the Reservation Request Form...
3) List Your Top 5 Favorite Adult Pairs
(Keep Your Desired Size in Mind)
4) L.L.A will Verify which Spot is Available to YOU
(Based on Your Preferences & what Best Fits Your Wants/Needs)
5) FINISH UP Your Reservation Request BY placing a Non-refundable Deposit of $210* (Via the 2-Step Payment Form) π₯°
*$10 is a Service Fee charged as a Business using Third Party Financial Institutions.
No Service Fees are charged on In-Person CASH Deposits -or- CASH Final Payments! π
-- We do NOT accept Mailed Funds, Money Orders or Checks ---
If sending a $210 Non-Refundable Deposit
-- THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND:
β οΈ ALL Steps of Our Process MUST be Done First or Your Deposit will be Returned Immediately and you will Not be Considered.
β οΈ Depending on Your Reservation Number/Public Pick Number You may Not get to choose from certain Puppies -or- Certain Litters!
L.L.A Reserves the Right to:
1) Deny an Applicant
2) Refuse the acceptance/refund of a deposit
3) Refuse to Place a Puppy/Dog with a specific family
4) or Block/Deny Participation in our Group or Program
ALL at our Sole Discretion.
Please, see our Legal Pages for MORE Information!
*Please Note, Unfortunately, Not all families get approved.
β οΈ Deposits placed Prior to a Litter turning 7 Weeks Old are TRANSFERABLE* within L.L.A's Program for up to 12 Months* BUT they are Non-refundable.
* Deposits are Non-Refundable BUT they are Transferable from 1 Litter to Another Litter for up to 12 Months Within our Program IF you make the Transfer Requests WITHIN 48 Hours after being given the Aptitude Results, Preliminary Drive Scores, Personality & Energy Description for the Spot/Litter you have Reserved.
Mental & Physical Puppy Evaluations Normally* Happen Between 7-7.5 weeks old.
*However, there are Sometimes Delays.
Prices Cannot be determined for Individual Puppies or Litters Until Physical & Mental Evaluations are performed on EACH Puppy.
As soon as Volhard Results, Preliminary Drive Scores, Personality & Energy Descriptions, etc. are Shared you have 48 HOURS to NOTIFY L.L.A IF You Wish to TRANSFER Your Deposit.
In this time You are ENCOURAGED to Review all Information Provided (Current Photos, Available Videos previously shared (if applicable), Personalities/Energy Levels, Preliminary Drive Scores & Aptitude Results to help in your decision, PLUS, Sleep on it β€οΈ).
IF we are NOT Notified within 48 Hours after Sharing Results that you wish to Transfer your Deposit OR send Your puppy picks, you will Forfeit your deposit.
Many people have taken advantage of our "Transferrable Deposit" Privilege by not respecting our Deadlines, our Time or those Waiting in-line.
Every extra minute beyond the deadline delays reaching out to the next person. Some people have even Waited until Pick-up day or even a week later to let us know (last minute) that they are no longer able to get a puppy, prefer to wait, etc. and this HARMS the puppies.
EXAMPLES of HOW this HARMS the Puppies:
1) Puppies are harder to place the Older they get;
Despite having extra vaccines, dewormer, care, socialization and other expenses.
2) Puppies bonding to their new Families & getting further socialization is very important.
3) Also, Puppies become Very attached to Our family & this Can
put Extra STRESS on the puppies' bodies & can, also, cause Transitionary Depression
L.L.A does their BEST to AVOID Any Situations that are NOT in the Best Interest of our Puppies.
This means:
- Thoroughly Screening Potential Families
- Trying to Home them in a Timely Manner
- Keeping Puppies Longer if the Need arises
(& Always here to Welcome our babies back!)
- Always seeking Medical Care if a puppy/dog needs it
(regardless of cost)
- Occasionally, Choosing to NOT work with Certain Families/Individuals After seeing their "True Colors"
(Even if they were Initially "Approved")
We HOPE Families/Individuals can understand that these Aussies are our Family and we are Entrusting Each Family/Person we Approve with a Part of our Hearts & Legacy. These Aussies are our Life and their New Homes become a large part of that π₯°
β οΈ Come 7 Weeks of Age it IS First Reserved, First Served (to APPROVED Homes that are the Best Match for the Puppy being Offered).
1οΈβ£ Multiple Families are Usually Considered at Once by this age
...and we do Not accept deposits unless ALL Steps are completed and you are a good match for the puppy.
2οΈβ£ Be sure to Confirm this puppy is Estimated to match your Size Preference
(Toy, Mini or Standard) and Your preferred Colors β€οΈ
3οΈβ£ Also, Does This Specific Puppy have the right Energy Level & Personality that fits into your life now?
...and the life you want for the next 10-20 Years? π₯°
IF so Great! π₯°
β οΈ Deposits are NON-TRANSFERABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE when Placed on a Puppy that is 7 Weeks of Age or Older!
By 7 Weeks of Age you have access to the Volhard Results, Preliminary Drive Scores, Personality & Energy Descriptions, etc. and it is up to you to Decide if the qualities, physical attributes of this puppy and pricing are all suitable for YOUR Family, HOWEVER, it IS First Reserved First Served (to APPROVED Homes that are the Best Match for the Puppy being Offered) on Puppies Over 7 Weeks of Age.
You are ENCOURAGED to Review all Information Provided (Current Photos, Available Videos previously shared (if applicable), Personalities/Energy Levels, Preliminary Drive Scores & Aptitude Results to help You make the Most Informed Decision possibleβ€οΈ).
--> PLEASE, ASK ABOUT:
Our General/Base Pricing & What is Included
-OR-
If Inquiring about an OLDER Puppy Exact Pricing is in the Litter Email & you can Request an Inclusions List π₯°
REMEMBER:
There Will be other Puppies/Opportunities in the Future, so, please, do Not feel pressured or rushed to get a puppy that:
1) Does not fit with your family/lifestyle
2) Is not the desired color or size you truly want
3) IF you are not ready to welcome a puppy home Yet
4) Impacts Your Financial Stability!
Another REMINDER:
L.L.Aβs GOAL is to Match you with an Aussie that you do NOT have to change Your Life for!
...but rather, one that will Fit in and Mesh with Your Life & Family the way it is π₯°
Options* for Paying the $210 Deposit:
- 2-Step Payment Form
*$10 is a Service Fee charged as a Business using Third Party Financial Institutions
- GoodDog
(GoodDog Fees Vary)
NO Service Fees are charged on In-Person CASH Deposits -or- CASH Final Payments! π
β We do NOT accept Mailed Funds, Money Orders or Checks β
Options* for Puppy Payment (upon Pick-Up):
*Sometimes Some Payment Methods are Unavailable at Certain Times.
Also, L.L.A does Not cover any extra fees for the Payment Method the Customer Chooses
- CASH
(PREFERRED Method for Final Payment)
- All Major Credit Cards & Debit Cards via Square
(Customer is Responsible for Paying the 5% Fee Added to Total via CASH).
- GoodDog
NO Service Fees are charged on In-Person CASH Deposits -or- CASH Final Payments! π
β We do NOT accept Mailed Funds, Money Orders or Checks β
If sending a $210 Non-Refundable Deposit
-- THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND:
β οΈ ALL Steps of Our Process MUST be Done First or Your Deposit will be Returned Immediately and you will Not be Considered.
β οΈ Depending on Your Reservation Number/Public Pick Number You may Not get to choose from certain Puppies -or- Certain Litters!
L.L.A Reserves the Right to:
1) Deny an Applicant
2) Refuse the acceptance/refund of a deposit
3) Refuse to Place a Puppy/Dog with a specific family
4) or Block/Deny Participation in our Group or Program
ALL at our Sole Discretion.
Please, see our Legal Pages for MORE Information!
*Please Note, Unfortunately, Not all families get approved.
β οΈ Deposits placed Prior to a Litter turning 7 Weeks Old are TRANSFERABLE* within L.L.A's Program for up to 12 Months* BUT they are Non-refundable.
* Deposits are Non-Refundable BUT they are Transferable from 1 Litter to Another Litter for up to 12 Months Within our Program IF you make the Transfer Requests WITHIN 48 Hours after being given the Aptitude Results, Preliminary Drive Scores, Personality & Energy Description for the Spot/Litter you have Reserved.
Mental & Physical Puppy Evaluations Normally* Happen Between 7-7.5 weeks old.
*However, there are Sometimes Delays.
Prices Cannot be determined for Individual Puppies or Litters Until Physical & Mental Evaluations are performed on EACH Puppy.
As soon as Volhard Results, Preliminary Drive Scores, Personality & Energy Descriptions, etc. are Shared you have 48 HOURS to NOTIFY L.L.A IF You Wish to TRANSFER Your Deposit.
In this time You are ENCOURAGED to Review all Information Provided (Current Photos, Available Videos previously shared (if applicable), Personalities/Energy Levels, Preliminary Drive Scores & Aptitude Results to help in your decision, PLUS, Sleep on it β€οΈ).
IF we are NOT Notified within 48 Hours after Sharing Results that you wish to Transfer your Deposit OR send Your puppy picks, you will Forfeit your deposit.
Many people have taken advantage of our "Transferable Deposit" Privilege by not respecting our Deadlines, our Time or those Waiting in-line.
Every extra minute beyond the deadline delays reaching out to the next person. Some people have even Waited until Pick-up day or even a week later to let us know (last minute) that they are no longer able to get a puppy, prefer to wait, etc. and this HARMS the puppies.
EXAMPLES of HOW this HARMS the Puppies:
1) Puppies are harder to place the Older they get;
Despite having extra vaccines, dewormer, care, socialization and other expenses.
2) Puppies bonding to their new Families & getting further socialization is very important.
3) Also, Puppies become Very attached to Our family & this Can
put Extra STRESS on the puppies' bodies & can, also, cause transitionary Depression
L.L.A does their BEST to AVOID Any Situations that are NOT in the Best Interest of our Puppies.
This means:
- Thoroughly Screening Potential Families
- Trying to Home them in a Timely Manner
- Keeping Puppies Longer if the Need arises
(& Always here to Welcome our babies back!)
- Always seeking Medical Care if a puppy/dog needs it
(regardless of cost)
- Occasionally, Choosing to NOT work with Certain Families/Individuals After seeing their "True Colors"
(Even if they were Initially "Approved")
We HOPE Families/Individuals can understand that these Aussies are our Family and we are Entrusting Each Family/Person we Approve with a Part of our Hearts & Legacy. These Aussies are our Life and their New Homes become a large part of that π₯°
β οΈ Come 7 Weeks of Age it IS First Reserved, First Served (to APPROVED Homes that are the Best Match for the Puppy being Offered).
1οΈβ£ Multiple Families are Usually Considered at Once by this age
...and we do Not accept deposits unless ALL Steps are completed and you are a good match for the puppy.
2οΈβ£ Be sure to Confirm this puppy is Estimated to match your Size Preference
(Toy, Mini or Standard) and Your preferred Colors β€οΈ
3οΈβ£ Also, Does This Specific Puppy have the right Energy Level & Personality that fits into your life now?
...and the life you want for the next 10-20 Years? π₯°
IF so Great! π₯°
β οΈ Deposits are NON-TRANSFERABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE when Placed on a Puppy that is 7 Weeks of Age or Older!
By 7 Weeks of Age you have access to the Volhard Results, Preliminary Drive Scores, Personality & Energy Descriptions, etc. and it is up to you to Decide if the qualities, physical attributes of this puppy and pricing are all suitable for YOUR Family, HOWEVER, it IS First Reserved First Served (to APPROVED Homes that are the Best Match for the Puppy being Offered) on Puppies Over 7 Weeks of Age.
You are ENCOURAGED to Review all Information Provided (Current Photos, Available Videos previously shared (if applicable), Personalities/Energy Levels, Preliminary Drive Scores & Aptitude Results to help You make the Most Informed Decision possibleβ€οΈ).
--> PLEASE, ASK ABOUT:
Our General/Base Pricing & What is Included
-OR-
If Inquiring about an OLDER Puppy Exact Pricing is in the Litter Email & you can Request an Inclusions List π₯°
REMEMBER:
There Will be other Puppies/Opportunities in the Future, so, please, do Not feel pressured or rushed to get a puppy that:
1) Does not fit with your family/lifestyle
2) Is not the desired color or size you truly want
3) IF you are not ready to welcome a puppy home Yet
4) Impacts Your Financial Stability!
Another REMINDER:
L.L.Aβs GOAL is to Match you with an Aussie that you do NOT have to change Your Life for!
...but rather, one that will Fit in and Mesh with Your Life & Family the way it is π₯°
Options* for Paying the $210 Deposit:
*$10 is a Service Fee charged as a Business using Third Party Financial Institutions
(GoodDog Fees Vary)
NO Service Fees are charged on In-Person CASH Deposits -or- CASH Final Payments! π
β We do NOT accept Mailed Funds, Money Orders or Checks β
Options* for Puppy Payment (upon Pick-Up):
*Sometimes Some Payment Methods are Unavailable at Certain Times.
Also, L.L.A does Not cover any extra fees for the Payment Method the Customer Chooses
- CASH
(PREFERRED Method for Final Payment)
- All Major Credit Cards & Debit Cards via Square
(Customer is Responsible for Paying the 5% Fee Added to Total via CASH).
- GoodDog
(GoodDog Fees Vary)
NO Service Fees are charged on In-Person CASH Deposits -or- CASH Final Payments! π
β We do NOT accept Mailed Funds, Money Orders or Checks β
Breeder Fun Facts:
HOW LONG IS THE WAIT AFTER APPROVED??
The WAIT Does VARY.
The wait can be as Short as TWO DAYS up to TWELVE MONTHS with MANY VARIABLES.
Mother Nature does Not work very quickly and Breeding and Pregnancy take Time; we can ONLY Provide Information when we have it and We ARE at the Mercy of God and the Timelines Set by Him.
Timelines such as:
Months BETWEEN Heat Cycles, Timing of Heat Cycles, Canine Pregnancy, Whelping & Birth-2 Weeks (the Danger Zone) and Waiting for Families to Choose or Pass come 7+ Weeks Old are Common Timeframes when we simply CANNOT offer more information because we either do not have it or it can change*.
*We Choose to ONLY give information we are Certain of that is Not expected to change.
This method allows families to take the Process of Puppy Buying back into their hands by being a system that works FOR Families & what Fits Best for THEM. β€οΈ
We are just a Small Family doing what we are passionate about and happy to Share our HOBBY with & Help as many families/Individuals as we Can Within Reason β€οΈ
PLEASE, NOTE:
...L.L.A UNDERSTANDS Waiting for Your New Family Member IS Tough!
We try to be as FAIR as Possible & Hope Everyone Understands we do our Very BEST to care for our Puppies, Dogs, Family & to Match Families with a puppy that will suite Their Lifestyle & Personalities in the Timeframe they Desire.
However, this Process DOES take Time BECAUSE the Minimum 10-15 YEARS is a Huge Commitment & just choosing a Puppy based on Looks or on Impulse can Result in Unfavorable situations & even Re-homing.
We here at L.L.A are with You All Every step of the way for Any Aussie Questions or Concerns You have & to Match you with a True Companion. Let's take this journey Together! π₯°
Frequently Asked Questions:
What goes into a Well-Bred Puppy??
Red Flags to Look for in our Search?? π§
WHY Wait so Long to get a Puppy?! π€
Hours of Operation:
Mon β Thurs β Hours Vary
Fri β Sat β Open for Pick-Up or Meet & Greet's Only
Sunday β Closed
Phone Hours: Tues., Wed. & Thurs. β Hours Vary
(if available)
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Located In:
Manteca, California
Hours of Operation:
Mon β Thurs β Hours Vary
Fri β Sat β Open for Pick-Up or Meet & Greet's Only
Sunday β Closed
Phone Hours: Tues., Wed. & Thurs. β 8:00AM β 12:00PM
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