These words on a sign would cause a family driving by to slam on the breaks and take a detour from their planned trip. Who wouldn't want to stop for a chance to see and snuggle with a few Goldendoodle puppies. The smothering of those fluffy living stuffed animal like creatures is just an over-intoxication of cuteness.
That kind of love is enough to make you forget the troubles of the world. Pandemic times have unfortunately changed all of that. Now all of the "Goldendoodle puppies for sale" signs have been replaced by internet searches typed, 'Goldendoodle puppies for sale near me."
These days most breeders will limit your playtime and puppy choosing time down to emailed and text pictures. Then there is the badly shot video because your puppy is the one that won't stand still. Don't get me wrong, you will still swoon at the blur on the video that is suppose to be your puppy because, well, they really are that darn cute.
The few breeders that will allow you to hand pick your new best friend will usually require an appointment. This will be a time when you are the only client on their premises and will usually be outside on their farm or backyard. Masks of course will be required but they probably won't stay on correctly for long, especially if Goldendoodle puppy is a licker! With their licks and snuggles these puppies usually try to work their way past your mask as they are dying to get a good look at their new puppy parent.
Google searches for "Golden doodle puppies for sale near me," have come up with discouraging results that often don't show a proper breeder for up to 50 miles or more. Unless you live near a doodle epicenter, prepare yourself mentally for the possibility of a road trip.
Different breeders may specialize in a certain size or type so if you have your heart set on a very specific size and type, then you may have to extend your search in miles. Also take into account that your perfect breeder will most likely have a lengthy waiting list and usually only breed once or twice a year for you specific desired puppy. This all adds to the need of being open to other cities and even states.
It's not uncommon to have your puppy shipped to you from out of state. Many breeders offer Flight Nanny services where for an addition travel fee you can have your puppy personally taken to your city. The fee will vary but usually covers the nannies' travel expenses plus their service fee. Depending on the distance and flight schedules, this can vary from $500 to $1,000 and up.
There is definitely a cost to using a flight nanny, but you will have the certainly that your new family member is properly being handled, comforted, and secured during this new and stressful adventure for them.
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