ESS Puppies
Moo and Percy both have passed their health testing with flying colors. Unfortunately, Moo did not take for her summer cycle. We will try again this winter. Keep an eye out on this space and our Facebook page for updates.
What is the process for getting a puppy?
Our puppies are more than a product and we want to stay in touch with each and every family that takes home one of our pups.
Our process starts with an application (either through our website or GoodDog - we honestly prefer our website as it is more comprehensive). The application allows us to screen potential families to ensure a good match.
Unlike many breeders, we do not take deposits until the puppies have arrived and are thriving. Once we confirm you are still interested there is a $500 deposit to reserve a puppy from the litter. The total price for our first litter of puppies will be $2,000 with the remainder due at pickup.
Rather than traditional “puppy picks” based on the order of deposit, we will match puppies with their new families based on temperament testing and our observations of their behaviors around 7-8 weeks. We will do our best to meet your preferences for male or female but colors and markings will not be considered in these decisions.
This deposit is only refundable in the case that we cannot match you with a puppy from this litter for some reason (IE - you want a quiet couch potato companion and none of the temperaments match your needs based on your application) or in the case of an issue on our end and we cannot provide the puppy as expected.
Puppies will go home at 9-10 weeks. We may occasionally hold possible show prospects a little longer before making a decision. They will be sent with AKC registration papers, age appropriate vaccinations, de-wormed and microchipped. They will also be sent with either a toy or blanket with the scent of their mom and littermates to help ease the transition into their new home.
We prefer pickup from our farm in Sanford, NC. We will consider meeting within a 2 hour radius of Sanford. We are also willing to consider transport options and flight nannies at your expense, but please be patient as we work full time and have farm duties as well.
Can we come visit the puppies?
With a paid deposit and after the puppies have their first set of shots we will be doing Puppy Culture parties to socialize the puppies. We are happy to extend an invitation to those to our future owners to come get to know us and meet the puppies. Everyone will be required to follow a few rules for biosecurity to ensure the safety of the puppies (such as removing shoes, washing hands etc).
We are excited about building a relationship with our puppy families and look forward to updates from you as well as being there to support you along the way! As a start to that we have put together a document to set you and your puppy up for success,
If you are interested in getting a puppy from this litter, or another in the future please fill out the puppy application. Filling out an application shows us that you are interested and allows us to get to know a bit about you and what your are hoping to do with your new sidekick.
How much for a puppy?
Written in part by: Sr. Eduardo Loredo Muller
Translated into English by: Angel Sophia Nogga
Modified for dogs by: Amber French
Let me say a few words to you, yes you, the person who writes an email to simply ask the price. The person who calls and after hearing a price surprisedly states: “I can buy a cheaper pup elsewhere”. I also address you; the person who doesn’t care about papers because I want “just a pet”.
No dog is “just a pet”.
Behind every pure bred puppy/dog is a BREEDER. I’m using capital letters to differentiate a breeder from a pet factory or mill. A reputable breeder does not breed dogs without papers, that does not protect the integrity of the breed. Registration (papers) are records of lineage that document bloodline and allow one to research any possible health issues present in the lineage. When you tell a Breeder you don’t care about papers what you’re really telling them is you couldn’t care less about the health of the puppy you just want the cheapest thing you can find! When you select to buy a puppy from a reputable and quality breeder, this breeder is responsible for the health of every pup ; both dogs owned and every pup they’ve sold for its lifetime. This breeder will skip holidays, miss sleeping, and most of their personal house space has been turned into space for their dogs . The truly passionate breeder who loves what they breed, puts their whole heart and soul into it. Not only in puppies that are sold, but also in each client who owns a piece of their heart and now is a member of their extended family. This does not take into account any puppy/dog who might get sick or need extra help to thrive. Breeders worry about their babies after they leave and will take one back without question.
A breeder will get their hands dirty, often covered in everything accompanied with birthing. Because that’s what life is about...In the middle of birth and death is life. The wheel that keeps turning. A breeder will do tests, echos, xrays, analysis, emergency c sections, vaccinations, register litters, research pedigrees, deworm, as well as microchip their puppies and get them evaluated by specialists.
Last but by no means least, a breeder CHOOSES the family lucky enough to have one of their puppies. Yes, you read that right. A true breeder chooses who they sell to because they are not making money off the sale. There is no compensation that can offset the investment a Breeder has made so they need to be confident its the right fit. Many times saying more no’s then yes...A good Breeder will have different criteria for those wanting to carry on their bloodline, why? Because breeding is not a responsibility to ever be taken lightly, it’s a lifestyle choice set aside for ONLY the few devoted people willing to sacrifice.
Because a dog is never “just a pet” it’s the Breeder’s legacy, a little boy’s best friend, a little girls protector, an elderly persons therapy, a member of the family, someone’s whole world!!!
What actually goes into the cost of a puppy from a reputable breeder?
In the meantime enjoy some puppy pictures of our current pack.
