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The Puppy Buying Process 

Wheatland Retrievers prides itself on matching puppies to the home that will fit them best, on an individual basis. Generally, potential puppy buyers will contact us and give a general idea of what they are looking for in their new dog; what their day to day life will look like and what they're hoping to find in regards to temperament and energy levels. Sometimes they have a specific timeline in mind, and color or gender preferences. Based on all that information we can offer our best recommendations for which upcoming litter will be the best fit for the potential buyers' goals for the dog. The potential buyer can then be put on that waiting list. Once that litter has been confirmed via ultrasound (at approximately 26 days gestation) we will collect a $500 holding fee from those on that litter's waiting list. 

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Once the puppies are born, puppy buyers will be given regular updates, including pictures and videos, from birth until go-home at 8 weeks. Puppies are handled extensively every single day, and beginning at around five weeks we will pull puppies out individually 2-3x a week to work with and evaluate. At 7 weeks old, puppies will receive a formal Volhard temperament test performed by a 3rd party trainer, and then they'll have their vet exam where they'll receive a comprehensive physical exam with the goal being to uncover any and all abnormalities that could present at that age (heart murmur, umbilical hernia, undescended testicles, recessed vulva, etc.). We will then take all of the information from our training sessions, temperament tests, and vet exam and match the puppy that best suits the wants and needs of each family. If it is determined we don't have a puppy that is the right fit for a family, we will refund the holding fee. 

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Transport Options

We currently have puppies in 24 states, from Massachusetts to California. Our preference is ALWAYS for buyers to pick up their new puppy at our home. We're happy to introduce you to the litter, the parents, any other relatives that may be here, and show you where the puppies have spent the first two months of their life. But we understand that is not always an option, and we have successfully shipped 30+ puppies via air (cargo and in-cabin) over the last 6 years. If cargo is an option (pending airports, and temperatures) the cost is $400 which includes the airline fee, the airplane approved carrier, and a health certificate. If flying in-cabin yourself to come pickup puppy, the fee is the cost of the airline ticket, plus an additional $100-125 airline fee, $75 for a health certificate and soft carrier. There are also pet nanny services available that will fly the puppy to you. We are also happy to assist in setting up a ground transport, where the price can range from $300-$1000, depending on distance, number of dogs traveling that route, and other factors. 

Upcoming Litters

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Georgie X Zeus - $2,000

Expected DOB - 9/5/23

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Georgie has been bred to Zeus for a September litter of black and possibly yellow puppies. These puppies will have incredible temperaments - stable, confident, biddable. They should excel in a variety of active homes, including hunt tests, service work, detection, and other performance sports. Georgie has been an excellent producer of puppies that are currently working as service dogs, and completing in a variety of sports. Please refer to their litter page on Hunting Lab Pedigree for pedigree information, links to health clearances, and detailed information on the parents. 

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Included in your Wheatland Puppy packet, you will receive -

  • AKC Registration

  • Sales Contract

  • 30 Month Health Guarantee

  • Copies of parents health clearances

  • Documentation from our vet for Wellness Puppy Exam

  • Microchip with detailed instructions on how to register it

  • Letter to your vet that includes all health notes, proof of vaccinations, deworming schedule since birth

  • A detailed chart of their current daily schedule, how much food they're eating, and any other information I find helpful to make sure their transition into your home goes smoothly!

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Blitz X Jake - $2,000

Expected DOB Late September 2023

 We are so excited to announce this repeat breeding from Blitz and Jake. The puppies from the first breeding are currently a year old and showing so much potential in the field, for service work (3 are completing diabetic alert training currently), and in a variety of other dog sports. These puppies will have the talent to excel in competition, and the stability to excel in the home. Please refer to their litter page on Hunting Lab Pedigree for pedigree information, links to health clearances, and detailed information on the parents. 

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Included in your Wheatland Puppy packet, you will receive -

  • AKC Registration

  • Sales Contract

  • 30 Month Health Guarantee

  • Copies of parents health clearances

  • Documentation from our vet for Wellness Puppy Exam

  • Microchip with detailed instructions on how to register it

  • Letter to your vet that includes all health notes, proof of vaccinations, deworming schedule since birth

  • A detailed chart of their current daily schedule, how much food they're eating, and any other information I find helpful to make sure their transition into your home goes smoothly!

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