Why choose a Royal Puppy Love puppy?

Because I stand behind my puppy’s health. I love my dogs and take care of them. I am honest, trustworthy, and have my dog’s best interests at heart. I am not randomly breeding dogs just to make a quick buck. I will happily give you references including my local vet, my groomer, folks who have purchased a puppy from me both over the internet and locally (people who have seen my dogs and where they live).

How do I know you are telling me the truth? Doesn’t everyone say their puppies are healthy?

I’m sure they do, but are they willing to give you a written guarantee and take a puppy back at any point in the dog’s life? I am. The only way to know the truth is to check. Call my vet. Call my neighbors who see my dogs (over the back fence) every day. Call my mother. Call my references. Call me. Ask questions. You can never ask too many questions.

Why should we buy a puppy from a professional breeder instead of an individual or a pet store?

If you were adopting a baby where would you go? Would you go to an adoption agency or a lawyer where they would make sure the baby was healthy and the adoption was done legally? Or would you hop on a bus and go to South America where you can (literally) “adopt” a baby from a teenager in a poverty stricken village for $500? (yes, you can actually do this).

My point is that you would want someone who is knowledgeable and educated about the adoption process. You would want someone who has experience and knowledge and you want someone you can call in 30 days or 3 years—and ask them questions. You don’t want someone who ‘accidently’ had a litter of puppies or who isn’t going to be there to support you or your puppy in 6 months.

Also….please don’t buy into the ‘puppy mill’ argument. There IS a difference between a professional breeder and a puppy miller. The biggest difference is that MOST PUPPY MILLS DON’T SELL TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC. They typically sell to brokers and pet store chains. They want to sell a large volume of puppies and not mess with the trouble of dealing with individuals and they usually don’t want the public to visit their facilities.

Predictability—when you buy from a professional breeder who has kept track of genetic issues, color, size, temperament, coat quality, and such, you are better able to get the puppy YOU WANT instead of taking a chance on the cute puppy in the pet store window where no one knows a thing about the parents or grandparents of the puppy.

Knowledge, dependability, education and a lifetime of support-that is why you want to get a puppy from Royal Puppy Love. I have lived in the same place for over 35 years. I’ve had the same phone number for 15 years and been at my current job for 11 years. My mother lives 3 houses down from me. I am not going anywhere—you will always be able to find me if you need to ask a serious question or a silly one. I went to high school 3 miles from my house and commuted to the University of Oklahoma for college. I live in a small town where your reputation (either good or bad!) makes a difference.

Can we visit your kennel?
Yes!! There are only a two rules when visiting the puppies. Please don’t visit multiple kennels in one day. I know my kennel is clean and disease free but many diseases, like Parvo, can be carried in on your shoes, clothing, and hands. Parvo cannot be killed with simple hand washing. It requires 20 minutes of bleaching in order to kill Parvo….so, unless you want to stand in a bleach bath for 20 minutes, don’t visit my puppies if you are going to other kennels. Sorry, but my puppies are depending on me to protect them and if I lose a sale because of this rule, then I am willing to accept that in exchange for knowing my puppies are safe and healthy.

The other rule is one of convenience and simple courtesy. Like many people, I work and have a family and value my time with my family. Please call ahead and let me know when you want to visit and I will do my best to accommodate you.

Can we see the Registration Papers for all of your dogs?
Yes!I am not a huge breeder. I have owned dogs my entire life and do this because I love them. Most of my dogs are dual registered with both the AKC and the ACA. You are welcome to look at any or all of their paperwork. The AKC inspects my kennel on a regular basis and I proudly display my kennel inspection certificates.

Do you have any other puppies?
Sometimes yes, and sometimes no. I do not breed all the time. Because my momma dogs are only allowed to have puppies once a year, I do not always have puppies. There are several months at time where I have no puppies. I only have two breeds….Miniature Schnauzers and Maltese. I have had other breeds in the past, but these are my two favorites. Occasionally I will help friends out by listing their puppies for sale and sometimes I have older dogs available for adoption because I can’t say no when I get a call for help when someone has found a stray.

How many litters do your dogs have?
My female dogs have 1 litter of puppies each year beginning at about 18 months of age. Females are spayed and retired at 5-6 years of age or sooner if they have any problems. Male dogs get the “fun side” of having puppies so they are allowed to breed starting at 12 months of age until 10 years old.

What do you do with your older dogs when they are too old to breed?
My dogs are mine. They are part of my family and part of my life. I do not discard them carelessly when they are too old to breed. I love my dogs. They give me love, loyalty, and devotion….and I give them the same in return for as long as they are alive. When they retire, I keep them unless I find the perfect home for them. Sometimes it takes years before I find the ‘perfect’ home for one of my older dogs.

My philosophy is this: “unless I can find a home that is clearly better than the one I provide, my older dogs will stay with me (after being spayed or neutered) until they die.” My oldest Schnauzer lived to be 19 and my oldest Maltese died in 2013. She was 12. When placing an older dog, I am most concerned with matching the personality and lifestyle of the new pet parent with the needs and personality of the older dog. I take this responsibility very seriously.