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💰 Pricing & Registration Policy

🐾 Puppy Pricing

  • Prices are listed individually on our Available Puppies page.

  • Pet prices start at $1,800.00 and can go up to $6,550.00+ depending on:

    • Litter pairing

    • Overall quality and conformation

    • Rarity (e.g., Merle or Domino coat patterns)

    • Projected adult size

🌀 Merle & Domino puppies are excluded from any posted discounts.

🐶 Puppies estimated to mature between 2–3 lbs may exceed $6,550 due to their rarity and the intensive care they require.

📌 Important Pricing Notes

  • Prices are finalized after individual evaluations are complete.

  • Prices are subject to change until a deposit is placed.

  • A deposit locks in the price at the time it is accepted for a specific puppy.

📋 AKC Registration

All of our puppies are bred from AKC-registered parent bloodlines.

🏡 Companion (Pet) Homes

  • Puppies are sold with Limited AKC Registration, meaning:

    • The puppy must be spayed/neutered within the first year.

    • You can register your dog with AKC and participate in certain events (e.g., agility or obedience), but cannot breed the dog.

    • You must register your dog using our kennel prefix: SFC’s [Puppy’s Name].

📎 Limited registration papers are provided after proof of spay/neuter is submitted.

🐾 Full AKC (Breeding Rights)

  • Only offered to approved breeding programs.

  • Additional fees apply.

  • Mentorship is only available if you purchase a Chihuahua or Dachshund from Salem's Finest

  • Not all puppies or litters are eligible for Full AKC.

🧾 Additional Fees & Policies

  • Lost AKC Paperwork: $25 replacement fee (must be requested through us directly).

  • Microchips are not included for our smallest, high-risk puppies (under extended care beyond 12 weeks) for safety reasons.

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💳 Payment Options & Policy

💼 Accepted Payment Methods

All payments are processed through QuickBooks Online invoices.

You may choose from the following payment options:

Method                Service Fee                   Notes

Credit/Debit Card      3.0% of total      Domestic & international

ACH Bank Transfer      1.0% of total       U.S. clients only

PayPal                      4.0% of total      Must request advance.  International Clients 4.0% (credit card only) ACH not available                                                                                                     to Canada

❗ We do not accept Zelle, CashApp, or other cash transfer apps. Please do not ask.

🐶 Pricing Policy

⚠️ We do not negotiate our prices.
A lower budget does not warrant a cheaper puppy.

At Salem's Finest, each puppy represents:

  • Years of experience & genetic planning

  • Love, care, and socialization from day one

  • Ethical AKC-aligned breeding standards

  • Thorough health and temperament evaluations

  • Lifelong breeder support

💬 "A well-bred, well-socialized, purebred Chihuahua or Dachshund from a responsible breeder rarely ends up in a shelter. That is our goal, and we take it seriously."

We do not offer discounts based on personal financial situations.

📆 Payment Plans

We offer payment plans on a case-by-case basis, subject to approval and a signed payment agreement.

Terms:

  • A non-refundable deposit is required first (not included in the payment plan).

  • After deposit, equal payments are set weekly or bi-weekly.

  • Puppies will not go home until paid in full.

  • If a payment is missed:

    • All money collected is forfeited (non-refundable).

    • The puppy will be re-listed for sale.

📝 This is a legally binding contract and enforced as such.

🐾 Final Payment Timeline

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

  • Final payment is due by 12 weeks of age, unless on a formal payment plan.

  • No exceptions unless otherwise agreed in writing.

🐾 What’s Included in the Price of Your Puppy

At Salem's Finest, the price of your puppy reflects not just their AKC lineage and health, but the extensive care, planning, and love poured into every step of the breeding process. Here’s what you can expect when you adopt one of our puppies:

✅ Health-Certified Parents

  • Vet Checked Parents: Dams and sires are examined multiple times by our trusted family veterinarian before breeding is approved.

  • Genetic Testing: All breeding dogs are DNA tested to rule out inheritable diseases.

  • OFA Certifications: Every dam and sire is certified through OFA (Orthopedic Foundation for Animals) for:

    • Heart health

    • Patella (knee) structure

    • Eye health
      These results are publicly listed in the       OFA Database.

🐶 Safe, Attended Births

  • Each whelping is carefully planned and supervised, with the breeder present during every delivery.

  • Puppies are monitored from the moment of birth, and assisted if needed (resuscitation, stimulation, cord cutting, etc.).

  • Round-the-clock care is provided during those crucial early hours and days.

📊 Tracking & Health Monitoring

  • Daily weights for the first two weeks, then weekly thereafter to ensure proper growth.

  • Puppies are supplemented immediately if weight gain is insufficient.

  • You’ll receive bi-weekly photo and update reports so you can see your puppy grow!

🧬 Early Health Protocols

  • Parasite prevention is provided bi-weekly starting at 2 weeks of age, with full documentation.

  • Puppies transition from mama’s milk to high-quality puppy food under supervision.

  • All puppies are raised on the Puppy Culture Curriculum, which includes:

    • Exposure to sounds (TV, music, vacuums, plastic bags, etc.)

    • Surface training (tile, hardwood, etc.)

    • Socialization with our family and other dogs

🏥 Veterinary Clearance & Vaccinations

  • At 7–9 weeks, each puppy receives a comprehensive veterinary examination and a Health Report, which covers:

    • Eyes, ears, mouth (bite), heart, lungs

    • Abdomen, GI tract, skin, muscles, neuro checks

    • Hernia screening

  • First vaccination is given at 8+ weeks, with documentation provided

  • You’ll receive a health record keeper to give to your vet and keep future shots organized

🚽 Potty Training & Microchipping

  • Puppies begin pee pad training before going home to ease the housebreaking process.

  • Each puppy is microchipped before leaving Salem’s Finest

    • SFC is listed as a backup emergency contact in case your puppy is ever lost.

🎁 Your Puppy Also Comes With:

  • 🧾 Vet Health Certificate

  • 📅 Vaccination Record

  • 🛡️ One Month of Free Pet Insurance with Trupanion

  • 📘 Puppy Packet & Starter Info

  • ❤️ Lifetime Breeder Support

💬 “Our commitment doesn’t end at pickup — we’re here for you and your puppy for life.”

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