American Honey Retrievers
Golden Retrievers For The Field And Family
Frequently Asked Questions
What To Expect
Puppy Inquiry
A submitted application is the first step. Next, we will schedule a phone interview to review your application and answer any questions. Once approved, you will hold a puppy spot tentatively. The puppy deposit ($400, non-refundable; the amount applies toward the total) is not due until after the litter is born, and we have exciting news to share to confirm your puppy spot. Our reservation list is ordered by application date received, per gender preference.
Puppy Picks
At the end of 6 weeks of age, the litter is temperament-tested. I've used the Volhard Puppy Aptitude Test (PAT) (article link: Puppy Temperament Tests: A Tool to Help with Placement – American Kennel Club )
Puppy picks will occur at 7 weeks of age, allowing sufficient time to assess puppy personalities. All puppies have the potential to succeed if given the time and fair effort in training. I aim to match puppy personalities with the family's performance goals. Picks will be done via video/phone on a scheduled date/time, in the order of application date received, per gender preference. On pick day, I hope to have a couple of puppies that I believe would be a good fit; from those options, families will make a selection.
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Puppy Pickup Day
Our puppies will be able to go to their new families at 8 weeks old. Puppies will be up to date on their first set of shots, microchipped, dewormed, and looked over by our vet. All veterinary documents will be sent home for your records, along with AKC registration documents, helpful puppy information, a small bag of food, and other useful puppy items.
Pickup day is a scary and uncertain time for your puppy. They are leaving everything they have ever known. We encourage families to pick up in person at our location (Poteau, OK), helping them feel most comfortable in the transition.
We also understand that not all live close enough to drive. I'm willing to meet families at the airport (puppy travels in-cabin), either at Tulsa (TUL) or Northwest Arkansas (XNA), for an additional fee.
Additionally, we can arrange a puppy transporter to deliver to your home. Let me know if you would like more info on this option. ​Typically, the rate is set by the driver and based on the average gas price and mileage. ​
Puppy Application
Please review the Puppy Contract / Health Guarantee(below). We want our puppy owners to understand our expectations before bringing home a new family member. Thank You!​
Still Have Questions
It's a big decision to bring home a puppy. Please let us know if you have any further questions. You can email us, message us on social media, or call us.
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