When to Place a Deposit
If you are on a search for your next Poodle companion, a deposit is part of the process. You might be wondering what the best timing is to place a deposit.
An important element of being an ethical dog breeder is to produce puppies that have loving homes waiting for them. Deposits help breeders make sound choices as they make plans for breeding. Deposits also help establish a good breeder/puppy buyer relationship. The time between joining the waitlist and bringing home your puppy gives me the opportunity to help you prepare for success and start your puppy off on the right foot.
Placing a deposit means you've chosen the breeder from whom you'd like to welcome your next puppy. A deposit is placed AFTER you have done your research to be sure we are the right fit. To help, here is a checklist:
Fall in love with the program first.... and the puppy second
My belief in this has grown tremendously over the years. It’s easy to think that when you’re ready to add a puppy to your home, you simply start looking for the puppy. But in reality, it’s the breeding program you want to fall in love with first.
A program has breeding dogs that are loved, thoughtfully trained, and given every opportunity to demonstrate their potential, value, and adherence to the breed standard.
A program sets their standard with health and genetic screening.
A program can consistently show you the real, everyday lives of the parent dogs, not just one polished photo session reused for years.
A program with transparency and enthusiasm is excited to talk to you and answer questions.
A program with intentional puppy raising practices lays the best foundation for your future puppy.
When you fall in love with a program first, your perfect puppy follows. That’s the best-case scenario.
Choose the program, place a deposit to join the waitlist, and the right puppy will come. 🐾 Our website, social media (Facebook and Instagram), and video calls are the opportunities I provide for you to get to know our program.
When is the Right Time to Place a Deposit
Place a Deposit Now If:
✅ You've researched our program.
✅ You've spoken with us and had your questions answered.
✅ You're confident a Desert Sky Poodle is a good fit for your lifestyle.
✅ You're comfortable waiting for the right puppy.
✅ You're hoping to welcome a puppy within the next year.
You May Want to Wait If:
✅ You're still deciding between breeds.
✅ You're comparing multiple breeders.
✅ Your housing or life situation is uncertain.
✅ You aren't sure when you'll be ready for a puppy.
Why Many Families Join Our Waitlist Early
Most of our puppy buyers are not shopping for a puppy that can go home next week.
They're looking for the right companion for years to come.
Joining the waitlist early gives us time to get to know each other, discuss your goals, and help prepare you for success when the right puppy becomes available.