💳 Payment Plan Terms & Conditions

We understand that bringing home a high-quality puppy is a significant investment, and we do offer payment plans on a case-by-case basis to approved applicants. Please review the terms below carefully before requesting this option.

📝 Note: All payment plans must be pre-approved following submission of your puppy application and will be documented in a signed puppy contract between both parties.

✅ Payment Plan Eligibility & Setup

• Deposit Required: A minimum $500 deposit is due to place a puppy on hold. This must be paid promptly to secure the puppy.

• Age Restrictions: Payment plans are only available for:

  • Puppies 12 weeks or younger, or

  • Puppies older than 12 weeks who can remain in our care up to 16 weeks max.

• Maximum Plan Duration: 16 weeks (from deposit) unless special care arrangements are made.

• Installment Schedule: Weekly or bi-weekly payments in amounts you can afford.

• Invoices: Issued via email with due dates clearly posted.

• Responsibility: It is your responsibility to track and complete payments on time. Missed payments may result in forfeiture.

💼 Additional Fees & Conditions

• Payment Plan Fee: A flat $450.00 fee will be added to the total to cover continued care, supplies, and space. This is lower than our regular boarding rates of $18/day or $100/week.

• Non-Refundable Payments: All monies paid to Salem's Finest Chihuahuas and Dachshunds are non-refundable, including:

  • Deposits

  • Plan fees

  • Boarding/delivery charges

  • PayPal/service fees

  • Final balances

• No Transfers: Payment plans cannot be transferred to a different puppy under any circumstances.

• Shipping and delivery fees are not included in payment plan totals and must be paid separately.

📌 Important Considerations

• Puppies are typically ready to go home between 10–12 weeks.

• Payment plans extend that timeline by up to 6 weeks for your convenience.

• Puppies under payment plans are considered in extended care—they will still receive age-appropriate vaccinations, but weekly photo/video updates will pause during this period.

If you're considering a payment plan, please also explore PayPal Credit as an alternative. This allows immediate ownership without needing an SFC payment agreement.

If you’re ready to proceed or have questions, let us know—we’re here to help! 🐾