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Frequently Asked
Questions
Thanks for your interest in a Laura Kennels American Bulldog puppy.
Following is a brief description of how we go about placing good
pups in good homes.
Over time, customers call or write with similar questions, so here
are answers
to these common requests.
Q: What pups are available? A: Malachi pups, especially males are in high demand
so we have started taking deposits ahead on future litters. If we don't have |
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Q: How does the deposit and pick order work?
A:
We take three male and
three female deposits on each breeding then wait until the pups are born to see
what is actually available. First
deposits get first picks. We post the
next available pick(s) on our "Litters" page
with each breeding
announcement after working the call back list. Deposits are honored in
date order.
In addition to
establishing pick order by date, we make notes with your
contact information such as
color preference or whether you are willing to move
your selection to a different litter.
We will work with you to get the pup you want. If we cannot match
your preference in the
current or another litter, we will refund your deposit (minus PayPal fee).
Q:
How do I pick out my pup?
A:
We will notify you within
a day or two after pups are born and we know they are healthy. By the time
they reach 12-14 days of age
their eyes are open and personality traits surface. We take photos and video
for you and begin communicating
with you regarding a good match. This
process continues for 2-3 weeks
until selections are made in pick order. If you
live close enough to our facility in north
for you to visit us to
make your selection in person provided
you can do this within
the very narrow window
of time available.
Weeks 4-6 are
dedicated to puppy health and socialization; we will keep you updated
weekly
with photos, video, and comments about your pup's development. Weeks 7 and 8 are spent making preparations
and getting your pup ready for pick up.
Q: How much does a Laura Kennels AB pup cost?
A:
All our pups are
$1,500 of
which $350 deposit is required to obtain a pick position.
The $1,150 balance plus any shipping is due before
transport
or when
we hand the pup over to you.
Q: How much
is shipping and how does that work?
A: Transporting puppies to their forever homes has become the most
challenging aspect of our business. For over 25 years we have
successfully transported pups by air cargo....but recent events have
prompted airlines to revise their policies. We have looked closely
at the new policies (effective June 2023) and feel that air cargo shipments have
been totally pre-empted for this breed. In our opinion, the only
alternative for long distance air transport is for us to meet you at ATL so that
you can carry your pup in cabin back home.
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In order to carry your pup in cabin, you would need to plan your
trip during a specific window of time (that we can meet you at ATL which is a
four-hour trip from our facility). You would purchase a soft-sided
carrier of the required dimensions established by your airline. Ten
week old AB pups weigh 10-12 pounds and stand about 12" tall. They
need a 10" wide space in which to turn around, and about 14" to lay down.
We will supply a certificate of good health from our Veterinarian.
Most airlines charge you an additional $125 air fare on your return trip home.
For additional information on airlines and transport into
Canada, click here.
The airlines requires you to keep
puppy in the soft carrier during the flight. Our experience is that
the motion and noise usually calms the pup and he/she sleeps most of the trip.
You can usually get a flight in and out of ATL around mid-day. We
park in short term and bring the pup over into the terminal to meet you.
There are "puppy stations" in the terminal if you have to wait an extended time:
Hartsfield-Jackson welcomes its many
guests, including those of the canine persuasion. To accommodate
passenger pets and guide dogs, the Airport provides indoor Service Animal Relief
Areas (SARAs) located in every concourse near Gates T7, A10, B33, C19, E14, F7
as well as D-Midpoint.
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Land transport might be available in the eastern half the U.S. and costs $800-$1,500.
A licensed/bonded driver picks up your pup from Laura Kennels and hand
delivers it to your door usually within 36-72 hours.
Scheduling for land transport must be accomplished several weeks in advance and
shipping fees must be received by the carrier at least 48 hours prior to date of pick up from
us.
We are
happy to provide you contact information so you
can make arrangements
directly with one of these carriers. We currently have no
recommendation for a transporter service and caution you to credential
them
carefully.
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You can pick up your pup in person from Laura Kennels in north
drive or fly in to receive your pup because we get to
meet with you, introduce the sire and dam, and your pup avoids the stress of
traveling alone.
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We will bring yours to
to hand it over
to you in person for $200. This gives
you another delivery option if you live within driving
distance of
Q: What does Laura Kennels do to assist with my
pup's transition home?
A:
We are happy to discuss
with you by phone, email, or text any concerns you have.
Beginning at 2 weeks of age puppies are treated
for parasites, vaccinated against
contagious disease, and socialized in
preparation for their home-coming. A
booklet
of information will accompany your pup. The book contains transfer of ownership,
NKC
registration, detailed pedigree, and medical record of your pup including a
health certificate from our Veterinarian.
There is also reading material on grooming,
behavior, and nutrition.
Q:
How does Laura Kennels manage my pup's health?
A:
Our adult dogs have been screened for major canine diseases and
hip dysplasia. Dams eat raw diet
supplemented with high
protein kibble, coconut oil, and vitamins.
We sit with our girls during the whelping
process and make certain pups
stay warm and get colostrum immediately after birth. We attend mom and
babies several times
through the day and monitor them on closed circuit TV in between. We perform health
checks as needed and
follow a de-worm and vaccination schedule recommended by our Vet. You will receive
a certificate of health
from the Vet completed within ten days prior to placement. Laura Kennels offers a one-year
replacement
warranty for quality of life issues.
Q:
What do I feed my puppy?
A:
At three weeks we begin to wean pups off momma onto solid food. The first thing we offer them is raw
ground
turkey. They thrive on the raw meat
until week six when we offer grain-free puppy chow so that by
the time they go
home, they will tolerate either raw or kibble diet. We currently use
Rachael Ray "Just 6" chow.
We
will supply a sample of this kibble with your pup so you can mix it half/half with your chosen
brand for a smooth transition.
Should
you want to continue raw diet, guidelines and recipes are included
in
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