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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make sure the puppy is real?

We completely understand that purchasing a puppy from another city or state can feel risky. Unfortunately, puppy scams have become very common online and on social media.

To help you feel comfortable and confident, you are welcome to schedule a personal video call with me or my husband. During the call, we can introduce ourselves, answer your questions, and show you the puppy live on camera.

You can also visit our YouTube and Instagram pages, where we regularly post additional photos and videos of our puppies.

Before you make a payment, we will provide important information related to your puppy, including:

• A sample of our Puppy Purchase Agreement

• The puppy’s microchip number

• Available vaccination and veterinary records

• Current photos and videos

We also publish as much information as possible on our website for your convenience.

How does the reservation process work?

To reserve a puppy, an initial deposit is required.

For local pickup, the remaining balance may be paid when you come to pick up your puppy.

When delivery is requested, the full remaining balance must be paid and cleared at least 48 hours before the scheduled flight or transportation date. We cannot begin traveling with your puppy until we receive confirmation that the full payment has been successfully received.

Deposit amounts

The required deposit depends on how long you would like us to hold the puppy:

• $500–$1,000 deposit if you plan to pick up your puppy within 7 days

• 30% of the total purchase price if you would like us to hold the puppy for up to 14 days

• 100% of the puppy’s purchase price when delivery with a pet nanny is requested

If you need us to hold and care for your puppy for longer than 14 days, an additional boarding fee of $65 per day will be added to the purchase price.

The maximum holding period is 30 days unless another arrangement has been agreed upon in writing.

Where are you located?

Our main business locations are in California and Florida.

In-person pickup is available in Crestline, California, located in San Bernardino County. Crestline is approximately:

• 80 miles from Downtown Los Angeles

• 100 miles from Los Angeles International Airport

• 35 miles from Ontario International Airport

Pickup at another agreed location may also be available by special arrangement.

We can personally deliver puppies within California for an additional transportation fee. We can also arrange delivery to selected airports within the United States or refer you to our trusted partner, Pet Commute, a professional pet nanny service.

Do you have a waiting list?

Yes. Those who are seriously interested in one of our puppies may complete our Puppy Application or join our Waiting List.

Joining the Waiting List allows us to contact you when new puppies become available or when we have important puppy updates.

Can I visit your home to see the puppies?

For the safety of our family and the health of our puppies, we do not allow walk-in visitors or casual visits to our home.

Our puppies are extremely small and fragile, especially at a young age. Certain contagious canine illnesses can also be carried into a home on clothing or shoes.

For serious prospective families, we offer an introductory meeting by Zoom, FaceTime, or another video-call platform. During the call, we can speak personally, answer your questions, and show you the puppy live on camera.

Because our puppies require a calm, protected environment, we do not offer in-person visits simply to browse or play with the puppies.

Do you offer delivery?

Yes. Local delivery within California may be available by car or by air for an additional fee.

We can personally deliver your puppy to:

• Your location within California

• Los Angeles International Airport

• Ontario International Airport

• Palm Springs International Airport

Depending on the distance and travel time, personal delivery fees generally range from $300 to $1,000. Please contact us for an individual quote.

Delivery outside California

For clients outside California, in-cabin flight delivery with a professional pet nanny generally costs approximately $900–$1,500, plus any required veterinary travel certificate fees.

All delivery expenses must be paid by the client before the flight or transportation is booked.

You may also use our partner service provider, Pet Commute, a certified pet nanny agency.

Do you ship puppies by cargo?

No. We do not offer cargo shipping for Chihuahua puppies.

Chihuahua puppies are far too small and vulnerable to be transported safely as cargo. Their health and safety will always be our priority.

You can read more about this subject in our related website article.

What forms of payment do you accept?

For puppies picked up in person, we accept cash at our location.

A bank wire transfer may also be accepted. An additional 10% bank transaction and processing fee applies to wire-transfer payments.

To protect our business from fraud and unexpected chargebacks, we do not accept:

• Credit cards

• Debit cards

• PayPal

• Square or similar payment services

Can I pay after I receive the puppy?

No. A puppy cannot leave our care until the full balance has been paid and all electronic or bank-transfer payments have completely cleared.

When delivery is arranged, the balance must be paid and cleared before the scheduled travel date.

When you are unable to take your puppy home immediately, we may be able to hold the puppy for up to one month. Additional daily boarding fees will apply.

How much do your puppies cost?

We specialize in Apple Head Chihuahua puppies.

The price of a high-quality Chihuahua puppy may vary depending on the puppy’s size, gender, color, bloodline, individual characteristics, and overall quality.

Well-bred miniature and teacup-size Chihuahuas cannot be produced or raised inexpensively. These puppies require careful breeding, high-quality nutrition, constant supervision, veterinary care, vaccinations, and a significant investment of time.

Our puppies are raised from carefully selected European bloodlines. We provide premium food, proper socialization, daily care, veterinary supervision, and age-appropriate vaccinations.

For these reasons, our puppies are priced from $5,000 and up.

Very low online prices can sometimes be a warning sign of a scam, irresponsible breeding, poor health conditions, or a puppy that may not match the description being advertised. We encourage every buyer to research the breeder carefully before sending money.

You can read more about Chihuahua pricing and quality in our related website article.

Do your puppies come with AKC papers?

Our puppies are placed as companion pets only. We do not provide AKC registration papers or pedigrees, and our adult dogs are not registered with the American Kennel Club.

In our experience, registration papers alone do not guarantee a puppy’s health, quality, temperament, or suitability as a family companion.

I have written a separate blog article explaining my personal position on AKC registration and pedigrees.

Can you call me?

You are welcome to contact us by business phone, email, or text message.

Because I also have a full-time job and receive many inquiries each week, text messages and emails are usually the best way to begin communication. They allow me to respond more carefully and keep all important details organized.

Please feel free to send a message with your questions, and I will reply as soon as I am able.

Can you guarantee my puppy’s adult weight?

Unfortunately, no breeder can guarantee the exact adult weight of a Chihuahua puppy.

We can estimate a puppy’s possible adult size by looking at the puppy’s current weight, age, parents, growth pattern, and general Chihuahua weight charts. However, genetics, nutrition, health, and future feeding habits can all influence the puppy’s final adult weight.

Most of our puppies mature between approximately 3 and 5 pounds.

For families who require a more predictable adult size, we recommend choosing a puppy that is at least 5 months old. At that age, the puppy’s growth pattern and likely adult weight are usually easier to estimate.

You can read more about Chihuahua growth and adult-weight estimates in our related website article.

Can I receive more photos and videos of my puppy?

Yes. The photos and videos posted on our website are current and are updated regularly as our puppies grow.

We generally post at least three or four photographs of each available puppy, along with a video on our Available Puppies page and YouTube channel.

When the existing photos or videos are less than one week old, we may not always be able to create additional content immediately. Caring for the puppies is our first priority.

Please be assured that we make every effort to keep the posted photos, videos, descriptions, and puppy information accurate and up to date.

Can I see the parents of my puppy?

You can visit the Parents page on our website to see photographs of our adult dogs.

We do not keep every adult dog at our home location. Some of our adult dogs live with trusted affiliate families and partners who provide them with loving, full-time care.

I originally began breeding Chihuahuas as a hobby breeder. Over time, I developed shared-ownership arrangements with several dedicated families. This allows our adult dogs to live as cherished family pets while still giving us the opportunity to carefully select exceptional puppies from certain litters.

For privacy and safety reasons, we do not disclose the personal information, contact details, or home locations of our partner families.

Do you sell puppies with breeding rights?

Our miniature and teacup-size puppies are sold as companion pets and are not intended for breeding.

Breeding extremely small dogs can place their health and lives at serious risk. Pregnancy and delivery may cause severe complications, especially in very small females, and responsible breeding requires extensive knowledge and experience.

Under the terms of our Puppy Purchase Agreement, pet puppies must be spayed or neutered at the appropriate age, following the advice of a licensed veterinarian.

In limited situations, we may consider working with an experienced, licensed breeder who is specifically looking for a larger Chihuahua suitable for a responsible breeding program. Such a puppy would generally need to be expected to mature at approximately 5.5 pounds or more and meet specific health and structural requirements.

These situations are considered individually. In general, our puppies are placed as pets and are not sold for breeding.

What will my puppy come with?

Our puppies are generally ready to join their new families at approximately 3–4 months of age.

At the time of placement, the puppy will come with:

• Age-appropriate vaccinations

• A veterinary passport or health record

• A microchip

• Proper deworming

• A health examination performed by a licensed U.S. veterinarian

Exact veterinary care and vaccination records may vary depending on the puppy’s age at the time of pickup or delivery.

How do I know the puppy is being raised in a good environment?

Our puppies are raised inside our home, where they receive daily attention, supervision, cleaning, handling, and socialization.

We spend time with every puppy and become familiar with each puppy’s individual personality, temperament, habits, and preferences.

Our goal is to send every puppy to their new family healthy, confident, socialized, and already very loved.

When you are unsure which puppy may be the best match for your home, lifestyle, children, other pets, or personal preferences, please feel free to ask for our recommendation. We will be happy to share what we have observed about each puppy’s personality.

Do you offer stud services?

We do not currently offer stud services.

We may consider offering this service in the future, but it is not available at this time.

Do you offer payment plans?

We do not currently provide payment plans for the purchase of our puppies.

We are exploring possible future collaborations with banks and credit unions, but no financing program is currently available.

 

Sincerely,

Yulia & Gen
World Class Chihuahuas