That's the difference of breeders who care about their puppies and those that just want to make money. It costs to make sure the puppy is going to make the transition into the new home easily, but it makes for a better pet and friend. I also send mine out with a package. I get a crate for every pup and they start sleeping in it with a soft blanket when they get away from mom, and that goes with them so that there are familiar smells on the blanket and the sleeping place is familiar to them. A toy they like goes with them, some booda bones, some food that they have been eating, a paper with suggestions on foods and treats, the record of the shots, the results of the legs being checked, and the vet that checked the pup, a copy of the bile acid test results, and registration form of the micro chip to switch to the new owners name. My card and instructions to call me if the dog gets sick, after they contact the vet if it seems serious. Nutristat, and any other special treats that they like. This is another reason that the puppies cost more than those that you find from most breeders that sell over the internet. |