🐶 Puppy Pickup & Extended Care Policy

At Salem’s Finest Chihuahuas and Dachshunds, we take the wellbeing of our puppies seriously and carefully evaluate when each puppy is ready to leave our care and transition into their new home.

📅 When Can My Puppy Go Home?

• Puppies never leave before 9 weeks of age.

• Most puppies go home around 10 weeks old, depending on:

  • Their individual development

  • Our availability and scheduling

• Occasionally, a puppy may stay longer if we believe it is in their best interest.

🧾 Payment Plans & Timing

If you're a pre-approved client who needs a payment plan:

• It must be approved by SFC before any deposit is accepted.

• A personalized payment schedule will be created and:

  • Included in your invoices

  • Documented in your puppy contract

• These payment dates are considered binding agreements and must be honored like any other financial obligation.

🕰️ Holding Your Puppy Longer

We understand that life happens. If an event or situation might prevent you from picking up your puppy on time:

• Please be open and upfront with us.

• We may be able to extend care on a case-by-case basis.

• However, holding a puppy past the recommended age isn't ideal for their well-being.

🐾 Puppies thrive when welcomed into their new homes on time. Delays can cause emotional setbacks and make their transition harder. Please only move forward with adoption if you can commit to bringing your puppy home when they are ready.

💉 Care During Extended Stay

If your puppy remains with us past 10 weeks:

• We will administer age-appropriate vaccines (2nd or 3rd shots) at no additional charge.

• Weekly photos and video updates will not continue during extended care.

• The extended care fees help cover food, training, supplies, and daily care.

🏠 Boarding Options (Non-Payment Plan)

If you are not on a payment plan and request an extension for pickup, the following boarding fees will apply:

Extended care is available for families who need a later pickup date. Fees are as follows:

• $18 per day or $100 per week for the first four weeks

• $150 per week from week four through week eight

• $175 per week after eight weeks of extended care until the scheduled pickup date

Extended care fees must be paid in advance and are non-refundable and are non transferable to another puppy.

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Please plan accordingly when selecting your pickup date.

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💡 These prices are significantly lower than typical local boarding rates.

We are always happy to care for your puppy longer if absolutely needed, but please remember—our time, space, and supplies are limited and valuable. Thank you for understanding and for choosing Salem's Finest as your trusted breeder. 🐾