05/02/2026
🚩 Red Flags When Enquiring About a Puppy 🚩
As a responsible breeder, the way someone reaches out tells me a lot.
Messages like:
* “Do you have a girl puppy?”
* “What do you have available right now?”
* “Any puppies left?”
.. ARE IMMEDIATE RED FLAGS.
Ethical breeding is not first-come, first-served and it’s not shopping from a shelf. Puppies are planned, waited for, and matched carefully to the right homes. Many of my families wait months (sometimes longer) because they value health, temperament, and lifelong support over instant availability.
All of our waitlists are managed through RightPaw. There is an application process, and it’s there for a reason. The application requires you to tell me about yourself, your lifestyle, your experience with dogs, and what you’re looking for in a puppy. This helps me ensure each puppy is placed in the most suitable home — not just the first person who asks.
If someone is only focused on:
* Gender before compatibility
* What’s available *right now*
* Avoiding applications, waitlists, or introductions
…it tells me they may not understand the commitment of responsibly owning one of my dogs.
I prioritise homes that:
✔ Take the time to complete an application
✔ Ask about health testing and temperament
✔ Are willing to wait for the right match
✔ Understand that a puppy is a 10–15 year commitment, not an impulse purchase
If you’re looking for a puppy today, i may not be the breeder for you — and that’s okay. My goal is always the right home, not the fastest placement.
Quality over convenience. Always
Picture of our own Gotcha Day with POSIE, who i waited months for ❤️