This policy outlines the terms and conditions for purchasing puppies, stud services, and sales at Wolves Den Ranch.
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### **General Policies** 1. **Sales Restrictions**: We do not sell to wholesalers, brokers, flea markets, or puppy mills. 2. **Right to Refuse**: We reserve the right to refuse sale to anyone we deem unfit to properly care for one of our dogs. 3. **International Sales**: We do not ship internationally.
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### **Deposits and Reservations** 4. **Litter Deposits**: - The first four picks (two males and two females) on planned breedings require a **$500 deposit** to secure a spot. - All other applicants must pay a **$600 deposit** by 5 PM on the day of whelping or risk losing their spot. - Deposits are **non-refundable**. If you do not choose a puppy from the original litter, you may transfer your deposit to the next planned breeding within **24 months** of the deposit date.
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### **Registration and Breeding Rights** 5. **AKC Registration**: All our dogs are registered with the American Kennel Club (AKC). We do not sell, breed, or purchase dogs registered with CKC, APRI, ACA, or without papers. 6. **Limited Registration**: - Puppies leave with **limited AKC registration**. - Full breeding rights may be granted after the dog turns **two years old**, provided it has earned **two AKC titles** and passed all required health clearances (hips, elbows, DM, cardiac, and eyes). - Limited registration puppies must be spayed or neutered by age two.
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### **Health Guarantees** 7. **Health Guarantee**: - Puppies are covered for **12 months** against severe crippling dysplasia (mild to moderate cases are not covered). - If a health issue arises, you will receive a **replacement puppy** of equal pedigree and confirmation (on limited registration). - We recommend spaying/neutering by age two but leave the decision to the owner.
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### **Stud Services** 8. **Stud Dogs**: - We reserve the right to refuse stud service to any female we deem unsuitable. - **Note**: We no longer offer stud services.
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### **Rehoming and Returns** 9. **Rehoming Policy**: - You may not rehome any dog purchased from us. If you can no longer care for the dog, it must be returned to us with all provided paperwork. No refunds will be issued.
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### **Adult Dogs** 10. **Adult Sales**: - Adult dogs are sold **as-is** with no OFA or hip/elbow guarantees for breeding. Buyers must conduct their own health tests. - If we did not breed the dog, we do not offer guarantees for hips, elbows, or genetic conditions.
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### **Legal and Dispute Resolution** 11. **Legal Disputes**: - All disputes will be resolved in **Marion County, FL**. Our contracts are legally binding and upheld in court. 12. **Mediation**: - If issues cannot be resolved, mediation will be arranged in Marion County, FL. Buyers must provide all relevant documentation (vet bills, contracts, etc.).
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### **Health Certificates and Care** 13. **Health Certificates**: - We provide a valid Florida Health Certificate at the time of sale. We are not responsible for conditions like coccidiosis or giardia, which can be contracted after purchase. 14. **Health Records**: - Upon request, we will provide OFA and other health clearances, as well as pedigrees for our sires and dams.
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### **Puppy Preparation** 15. **Buyer Responsibilities**: - Buyers must provide food, collar, leash, crate, and a puppy-proofed home before taking the puppy home. 16. **Microchipping**: - We microchip all puppies at no extra cost. Buyers are responsible for updating contact information, but we request to remain as the secondary emergency contact.
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### **Payment Terms** 17. **Final Payment**: - Final payment is due **two weeks before pickup**. No exceptions.
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### **Care Requirements** 18. **Ongoing Care**: - Buyers agree to maintain the puppy/dog in good health, including routine vaccinations, parasite prevention, and proper exercise. - We recommend **Purina Pro Plan** food, **NuVet Vitamins**, and **NuJoint Supplements**. Large breed dogs must be on NuVet Vitamins for **one year** to maintain the health guarantee. - Monthly food receipts must be emailed to **[email protected]** as proof of compliance.
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**Thank you for understanding our policies. We strive to maintain the highest standards for our dogs and puppies.**
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