FAQS

Do your puppies come vaccinated?

Yes, all of our puppies will come with their first set of vaccinations given at 8 weeks of age, and are wormed every two weeks until they go home. They will also have a veterinarian exam, fecal check for worms, and a clean bill of health before leaving.

Where are you located?

We are located in Hartselle, AL. This is roughly 45 minutes West of Huntsville, AL, and approximately one hour North of Birmingham, AL.

Do you deliver?

We have flight nannies who can fly our pups anywhere in the U.S. and also have ground transportation available for an additional fee.

When can I pick my puppy up?

Puppies are sent home after turning 8 weeks old and getting a clean bill of health by the vet.

Choosing a male or female puppy: which is better?

Many people believe that female dogs make better pets than males and are easier to train. This is not always the case. Each gender has their own strengths and weaknesses. Most certified dog trainers will agree that the most important influence on personality and compatibility with humans is not being a male or female, but how a dog is trained and what it is exposed to. Here are a few pros and cons of each.

Key Points of a Female Dog:

Mature quicker than males
Can be easier to train due to ability to focus
More prone to mood swings
Can have messy cycles if not spayed
Tend to be more independent, stubborn, and territorial than their male counterparts.
Usually do well with kids due to their motherly nature

Key points of a Male Dog:

Less moody than females and less prone to emotional swings
No heat cycles
May exhibit marking their territory and humping if not trained properly (neutering can lower chances of this happening)
Can be territorial around other males and more prone to roaming outdoors if finding a female in heat
Much more loving and affectionate than females, and are very attached to their people
Most males are easily motivated by food and praise, a lot like their human counterparts!

Ultimately, it's best not to pick your puppy solely based on gender! Choose a puppy whose personality will most fit your lifestyle. Both male and female can make wonderful pets.

What is your visitation policy?

Country Acres Farm is a small, privately owned, family breeding program. Please understand that this our home and we have young children. We are not able to accommodate the numerous requests for home visits or allow unplanned visits. We have not only the safety of our animals, but the safety of our children to take into consideration. There are also many illnesses such as parvo-virus and other viruses that can easily be brought onto the property and put our dogs at risk. Because of this, we do not allow home visits at this time.

What we can offer is weekly photos and videos, and we will gladly face-time you to meet the puppies to see their personalities! If you would like to meet a certain puppy in person before committing, we can meet you at a public location near our home. For the safety of our pups, we ask that you do not visit any dog parks, public places, or be around unvaccinated dogs before this visit. Thank you for being understanding!! We want to make this an exciting and memorable process for you and your family!!

How do I reserve a puppy?

In order to reserve a puppy, we require a $200 reservation fee. This is applied to the total price of the puppy. The reservation fee is to show us that you are serious about purchasing one of our puppies, and also to hold your spot in line! Remember-the reservation fee is non-refundable, however, it is transferable up to one year if something comes up and you decide to wait on a puppy from an upcoming litter. If for some reason there is no litter or something happens on our end, we will gladly refund you the deposit back.

To be fair, we do puppy picks in the order that deposits were received. For example, if you were the first person to place your deposit on a certain litter, then you will get first pick of the litter. The second to place a deposit will get second pick, etc. We take deposit fees through Cashapp, Venmo, paypal, or Zelle. The remaining balance should be paid on the day of pick-up, and we accept cash only at that time.

What will come with my puppy?

Health certificate from vet with current vaccination record

Dewormed at 2 week intervals

Microchip

Go Home bag of goodies

Blanket with mom's scent

Ziplock bag of food (We use Victor Classic Multi-pro)

E-Handbook containing home care instructions and training tips

Complimentary 30 days of Trupanion pet insurance

One year genetic health guarantee

Things recommended to have on hand for your puppy upon going home:

Food of your choice (We recommend Iams puppy or Victor)
Leash and puppy harness
Puppy bed
Small crate to sleep in at night (if crate training)
Some type of fenced in enclosure if keeping the puppy indoors
Food and water bowl
A hanging bell for door knob if potty training for outdoors (amazon)
Pee pads (Contact me for info. on the one we use)
Dog shampoo
Toenail clippers
Treats for training
Chew toys
Bones (no rawhide, it does not digest well. We like durabones)
Snuggle puppy with heartbeat (This helps greatly with crate training)
A lot of patience!! Puppies are like newborn children! They require much attention for the first few weeks. But with a little love they will become your best friend for life!!