This issue has come up before from people that have been on our list a long time and passed on several opportunities. So I just want to give some clarification on the subject of the waiting list and our puppy prices.
This is from our “Getting a Puppy” page. I did just revamp it to hopefully clarify things.
“Please carefully consider the decision to get on our waiting list. We want serious adopters that are prepared to take on a puppy when a puppy is available. IF YOU SIT ON OUR LIST FOR OVER A YEAR (BECAUSE YOU HAVE PASSED MORE THAN ONCE FOR WHATEVER REASON, AND OUR PRICE INCREASES, YOU WILL NEED TO PAY THE CURRENT PRICE.) If you are on the list for over a year because we had nothing to offer you (or you told me when applying “I only want a red female” and I’ve not had one to offer you), then that is a different story. Obviously, I understand that sometimes life “throws a curve ball” and something happens, and we are happy to work with you. But please know that as time goes by our expenses increase (vet, fuel, food, health testing, etc) and we must then increase our prices to compensate.”
If anyone would like to be removed from our list please let me know. Or if you have questions regarding this issue, please email me. Thank you for your understanding in this matter.
I sent an email earlier but not sure you received it. I need to move to the inactive list for a bit. All the puppies are stunning and tempting but I need to probably wait a year. I am 14 on the list so I hate to give up my spot but we have a busy year ahead. I love reading your updates. Thanks Mickey stein Sent from my iPhone
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Sorry, I missed getting back to you!…replying on your email
Hi there, We are so sad to say that we would like to be removed from your waiting list. Our family has gotten busier and busier with kids and sports and we feel we don’t have the time for a puppy. I am sure there is another family who would love to have our place in line. Thank you, Kate Andrew
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Sorry to hear that, but thank you for letting me know Kate! I know how busy life can get with kids and activities 🙂
Kate, can you please send me an email so we can clarify this that way? I need your email address to remove you from list
So what you’re saying is…. We’re number 5 now, up from the 90’s!?
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Justin D. Mitchell Seattle Fire Department Marine Emergency Response Team Firefighter/Engineer, Engine 5 (C-shift) (cell) 206-419-8654
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Um…no, sorry. 🙁 I wish!