Sterling Den Kennels - Looking for a Puppy??

Looking for a Puppy?

For those interested in adopting our babies, we would like to know a little about you. We do not try to pry into your inner soul, but just want to know a little about you so that we do not worry about our babies after they leave us. For example: we will not sell a pup to a person who has a lease that states "no pets". Another example: we will not sell our tiniest Miniature Pinscher puppies into a home with kids under 5 because if thrown, even a short distance in play, the landing would be fatal to the pup. When adopting a pup, one has to be prepared for its arrival, and the following questions are a few of the things that should be considered first.

We do not discriminate against ETHICAL breeders, instead, we like to meet them!

If you are wanting to breed your puppy at a later date, please click here.

As 'parents', we do have a valid concern for the future homes that our babies will live in, so therefore we ask a perspective client a few questions. There are no right or wrong answers.

But in getting to know you a little, we can better support you where needed, and help you find the right puppy, even if it is not one from us.

	Do you want to buy a breeding dog or a pet?
		Why?
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	Have you ever owned a dog(s)?
		If so, describe:
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	Has any dog in your care ever had a litter of puppies?
		If so, describe circumstances:
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	Will this dog live mostly inside or outside?
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	Do you have an enclosed area for the dog to play in?
		If so, please describe, type of fence, etc.: (photos welcome)
		If not, how do you plan to let the animal exercise?
		If not, do you plan to litter train? Puppy pads?
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	If you rent, do you have permission to have a pet at your residence?
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	Do you have children?
		If so, are any of them under 5 years old?
		Do they live where the puppy will be living?
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	Do you currently own other dogs?
		If yes, are they of the same breed?
		If yes, do you show them or have them shown?
		Are they registered? With:
		Are they intact or have they been fixed?
		Will they accept another dog into their group?
		If requested, would you provide the phone number of your vet?
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	Do you have the time to spend with this puppy in order to help it to grow up to be a good K9 citizen?
		If not, then do you have other family members that will be involved?
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	Are you prepared to meet the needs of this puppy?
		Regular grooming:
		Shots, worming and trips to the vet:
		Shelter from the elements:
		Proper containment (fence/other) when unsupervised:
		Boarding if needed when out of town:
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Thank you for taking the time to read this and we look forward to reading your answers. We try to ask fair questions that will assist us in determining if your home and our puppy are compatible.

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