Miscellaneous Information

Puppies

Moms and Dads

What We Feed Our Dogs and Puppies

What We Do For Our Puppies Before They Go To

Their New Homes

~Have their dewclaws removed

~Will be up to date on vaccines

~Veterinary check up and health certification

~Will have had regularly scheduled deworming

~Will have socialization with adults and older children

~All our puppies begin potty training at around 4 weeks of age

We want you and your new puppy to have the best experience possible, and to make the transition to your home, easy and smooth. We give each of our new owners a "Puppy Bag" with the following items included:

~Small bag of puppy food presently eating

~Veterinarian health certificate

~One year genetic health guarantee contract

~AKC Registration Form

~Copy of Puppy's Pedigree (AKC only)

~Copy of Parents' DNA Certificates

~Puppy Blanket

~Puppy toy

~Toothbrush

~Nutrical

~Poop Bags

Puppy Contract

Before a deposit is received and a puppy is reserved, the purchaser must initial and sign a copy of the below contract. You will receive a signed copy from the breeder upon deposit received, noting the deposit date. At the time of puppy pick up, the buyer and seller will sign a contract finalizing adoption.

Deposits/Refunds

Deposits will be taken on a first-come, first-serve basis. To reserve a puppy, an initial deposit of $500 is required. This deposit signifies the intent on the part of the Buyer to follow through with the purchase of this puppy. There shall be NO REFUND of the deposit once your puppy is reserved if you decide to acquire a puppy somewhere else.

Communication

If you have an issue or miscommunication, please feel free to contact us. Our goal is to connect you with a puppy that can be part of your family for years to come. We only approve families that have demonstrated they are ready for a long-term commitment to the puppy's life.

Deposit and Payment

Deposit and payment are to be made to reserve and purchase the puppy. The $500 deposit may be paid via credit card; however, the remaining balance must be paid in CASH. No fees are applied to Cash App, and Zelle deposits. No checks or money orders are accepted at any time. If you need to make the final payment with a card, you must inform us a week in advance.

Health Guarantee

The Seller guarantees this puppy to be of sound health and temperament at the time of the sale. The Seller will provide a health record of all shots, the worming schedule, and a letter from their veterinarian stating the puppy’s health exam results. The Buyer agrees to take this puppy to a licensed veterinarian of their choice within one week. Failure to have the puppy examined by a vet within one week of the puppy’s pick-up date, or if the Buyer fails to provide required immunizations and medical treatment, or over vaccinated will void this health guarantee. Dehydration, diarrhea, hypoglycemia, coccidia, kennel cough, internal and external parasites, giardia, fungal infections, or any condition that can be corrected by veterinarian treatment and other preventable conditions, are not covered.

We provide a one (1) year health guarantee for genetic life-threatening health issues (valid until the puppy’s FIRST birthday). Illnesses must be documented in writing by a licensed vet within 72 business hours. The Seller must be informed of the examination that indicates that, at the time of sale, such animal was unfit for purchase due to life-threatening genetic illness, disease, or congenital defect with proper documentation by a licensed vet. If the puppy was, in fact, unfit for purchase, the Buyer may return the puppy for an exchange of equal value, and the failure to do so within 72 hours will result in the cancellation of a replacement puppy. The seller will offer a replacement puppy of comparable value, and no money will be refunded. Conditions not considered genetic life-threatening are therefore not covered, including but not limited to luxating patella, hernias of any kind, collapsed trachea, undescended testis, etc. If the condition can be treated, it is NOT considered life-threatening. In the event of a life-threatening genetic condition, the affected puppy must be returned with all veterinary documentation at the Buyer’s expense. The Buyer understands that a replacement puppy will only be given if it’s discovered to be a hereditary problem and not due to accident or illness. The Seller guarantees the puppy against fatal viruses for 72 hours. These include distemper and parvovirus. It does not include coccidia, giardia, and kennel cough, which is self-limiting and must run its course with antibiotic treatment and is not life-threatening.

If the puppy should die from a suspected congenital defect within 12 months of its birth date, a veterinarian must perform a necropsy at the purchaser’s expense. If the necropsy shows a congenital defect as the reason for death, the seller will provide another puppy of equal value to the purchaser. A written statement from the licensed veterinarian must be provided with the Seller’s name. The guarantee is void in the event of an indeterminable or inconclusive diagnosis.

If no puppies are available at that time, the buyer will then be placed on a waiting list for the first suitable replacement puppy of comparable value when one becomes available. The Buyer understands that any and all guarantees expire one year from the date of birth. If a necropsy is not performed, this guarantee is no longer valid, and the puppy will not be replaced. Buyer is responsible for the transportation cost of the replacement puppy.

This contract will only be valid while the seller is breeding. Should the Seller discontinue breeding dogs, this contract shall be void. This contract is between the Seller and Buyer(s), signed below. This contact shall be void if this puppy/dog is sold or given to a third party.

Limitation of Guarantee

We do not guarantee fur color, eye color, adult size, conformation, reproductive ability, testicles descending, retained teeth, overbite, underbite, personality, ear standing, potty training ability, proper bite, coat quality, length, weight, hernias of any kind, physical flaws, or the temperament of the puppy. This guarantee does not cover common conditions and is limited only to defects largely considered genetically life-threatening. The Seller is not responsible for any veterinarian bills incurred once the puppy is delivered to the Buyer. This guarantee does not cover any veterinarian costs associated with spaying or neutering, including undescended testicles. We do not warrant any condition caused by carelessness, negligence, or abuse.

Buyer’s Responsibility

The Buyer agrees to provide a life-long commitment, a comfortable environment, prompt medical attention, proper grooming, and responsible care. This includes keeping this puppy/dog parasite-free and up to date with vaccines, proper nutrition, which consists of good, quality dog food, fresh water always, and teeth cleanings, as needed to ensure the longevity of life. The Buyer promises to provide a safe environment for the dog and never allow the dog to roam freely without proper fencing or supervision. Seller is not responsible or liable for payment of ANY medical, dental, or surgical procedures to maintain the animal’s health or well-being after the time of purchase.

Open Door Policy

Under no circumstances, will the Buyer surrender the dog to the pound or any rescue center. Full ownership of the dog shall be returned to Maranatha Yorkies, who will find a suitable home for the dog without any financial consideration to the Buyer. This provision ensures that our puppies will not end up homeless or destroyed, and that a proper, suitable home is found.

Vaccinations Limitations

Your puppy has not been fully vaccinated, and the recommended vaccination protocol schedule as age-appropriate must be continued to maintain the one (1) year Guarantee outlined. The Buyer must have all immunizations done by a licensed veterinarian and provide proof of treatment to the Seller upon request.

Legal Provisions

In the event of any litigation in connection with this contract, the Breeder will be paid reasonable attorney fees, court costs, and all travel expenses, resulting in litigation via the Buyer's responsibility. This Contract will be deemed a legally binding Contract and is under the jurisdiction of the State of California, San Joaquin County. The Buyer agrees that in the event of any legal action, the Buyer must turn over the puppy to the Seller until all court proceedings are finalized. It is further agreed that, if for any reason, filing for court, the place of venue shall be San Joaquin County, California.

Bill of Sale

The Buyer of a puppy from Maranatha Yorkies, hereby acknowledges that the Buyer has received a copy of this document, acknowledges, and agrees to the terms, and accepts full responsibility for the health and well-being of the purchased puppy. This is considered the complete “Bill of Sale.” Further, the Buyer accepts the terms of the contract. The agreement represents the total agreement between Maranatha Yorkies and the Buyer, and no other terms or conditions shall be valid for this sale.

HYPOGLYCEMIA HYPOGLYCEMIA, the medical term for low blood sugar, is the NUMBER ONE cause of death in toy breeds. Buyers, please read this information carefully, because you can prevent a hypoglycemic death. Because Hypoglycemia is preventable, it is NOT covered by my guarantee. It is YOUR responsibility as a new puppy owner to READ THIS INFORMATION and become educated on how to properly care for your new puppy. Hypoglycemia most often occurs in puppies from 8 to 20 weeks of age, but can also occur in mature toy breeds when they become stressed. STRESS is what usually causes hypoglycemia. Puppies can become stressed from actions such as moving to a new home, being alone for long periods of time, playing too rough, refusing to eat, change of environment and food/water, too much traveling, exposure to low room temperatures, bacterial infections, or from your inability to let your puppy rest and sleep. Puppies need A LOT of sleep! Puppies should most definitely sleep and rest more than they are allowed to play, and you should never wake a sleeping puppy. There are many warning signs of hypoglycemia: lack of energy, weakness, tilting of the head, an unbalanced wobbling when walking, great hunger or refusal to eat, restlessness, high pitched whimpering and whining, shivering and/or trembling, disorientation, seizures or convulsions, white or pale gray gums, coma, and death. If your new puppy is displaying any of these symptoms you should assume it is hypoglycemia and treat it accordingly. It's always better to be safe than sorry! If your puppy was not having a hypoglycemic spell, treatment would not hurt -- but if the spell WERE due to hypoglycemia, treatment would save your puppy's life. If you own or plan to own a toy breed puppy, there are things you need to always keep on hand: Nutro Ultra soft puppy food, "Karo" brand corn syrup, "Nutri-cal," "HoneyNut Cheerios" or "Lucky Charms" brand cereal (FYI: adding about 8 pieces of one of these cereals to your puppy's usual meal, is a great PREVENTATIVE tip for hypoglycemia), "Vienna" sausages from the baby/toddler aisle in the grocery store, "Pedialyte" or "Rebound," and a heating pad. When treating your puppy for hypoglycemia, you should always remain CALM. If you suspect your puppy is showing MILD signs of hypoglycemia, you should start treating him immediately by feeding him a mixture of the Nutro Ultra soft puppy food at about a tablespoon of the wet food to a 1/3 cup of the dry food. If your puppy will not eat that, lightly drizzle the "Karo" corn syrup over the top of the mixture. Let the puppy taste the syrup from your finger. If the puppy STILL refuses to eat, "Nutri-cal" should be administered immediately. Place about an inch of "Nutri-cal" on your finger and wipe it on the roof of your puppy's mouth or tongue. Repeat this process in 10-minute intervals, if needed. I provide a little container to help in these situations of "Nutri-cal," or you can use "Karo" corn syrup as a backup. Once your puppy is more alert, feed him the wet/dry puppy food mixed with the "Karo" drizzled on top. If your puppy is still refusing to eat the mixture, try the baby/toddler "Vienna" sausages. Your puppy will probably be dehydrated and will need a lot of liquids. Offer him/her "Pedialyte"." Also, your puppy will most likely be cold, so you will need to fix him/her a bed on top of a heating pad set on medium temperature. Your puppy may also want to snuggle close to you to get warm. Allow your puppy to get a lot of undisturbed rest. Observe your puppy for several hours to ensure a hypoglycemic spell doesn't happen again. Continue observing your pet and give corn syrup and food as needed. If your puppy is showing SEVERE signs of hypoglycemia, especially if he is having seizures or is unconscious, you must give "Karo" corn syrup immediately. Carefully rub a small amount of the syrup on the cheeks and gums. Do NOT put a lot of liquid in the puppy's mouth, and be sure the puppy does not choke. Do not stick your fingers between the teeth of a seizing puppy -- you may get bitten. Call a vet immediately and get additional instructions. Your puppy will most likely need to go to the vet immediately. Please remember to keep plenty of food and water available to your puppy at ALL times and that your puppy gets plenty of rest. We sincerely hope that your puppy never has a hypoglycemic attack, and we also hope that this information will prevent an attack or educate you on how to treat it. Our goal is to ALWAYS provide you with a happy, healthy puppy!

Toxic foods to Yorkies Certain foods are extremely toxic to toy breeds, such as Yorkies and Maltese. Please don't take any chances with your puppy’s health. Feed your puppy only their food. For a treat, a small amount of baked, skinless chicken breast is okay. You may also give your puppy a little cottage cheese, or some plain yogurt that contains NO artificial sugar. Puppies also love Parmesan cheese sprinkled on their kibble. If you have any questions about what foods you can give your puppy, please call me! Chocolate/Caffeine: Chocolate contains theobromine, a compound that is a cardiac stimulant and a diuretic. After a puppy has eaten a large quantity of chocolate, many puppy owners assume their puppy is unaffected. However, the signs of sickness may not be seen for several hours, with death following within 24 hours. Symptoms include staggering, labored breathing, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, tremors, fever, heart rate increase, arrhythmia, seizures, coma and death. Cocoa powder and cooking chocolate are the most toxic forms. A 20 pound dog can be seriously affected if it eats a quarter of a 250 gm packet of cocoa powder or half a 250 gm block of cooking chocolate. These forms of chocolate contain 10x more theobromine than milk chocolate. Thus, a chocolate mud cake could be a real health risk for a small dog. Even licking a substantial part of the chocolate icing from the cake can make a dog sick. Semi-sweet chocolate and dark chocolate are the next most dangerous. A dog needs to eat more than a 250 gm block of milk chocolate to be affected. Obviously, the smaller the dog, the less it needs to eat. Avocados: The fruit, pits and plant can trigger fluid retention in your puppy's lungs. This can lead to difficulty in breathing, causing lack of oxygen, leading to death. Onions: Contains the toxic ingredient thiosulphate. Puppies affected by onion toxicity will develop hemolytic anemia where the puppie's red blood cells burst while circulating in its body. Symptoms include labored breathing, liver damage, vomiting, diarrhea and discolored urine. The poisoning occurs a few days after the puppy has eaten the onion. All forms of onion can be a problem including dehydrated onions, raw onions, cooked onions and onion powder. Be careful of foods containing onion or onion powders. It's very toxic to your puppy. Puppies are sometimes fed baby food. Some baby foods contain onion powder! Read the label and check. Baby foods labeled "better tasting" also contain onion powder! Mushrooms: Mushroom toxicity does occur in puppies and can be fatal if certain species of mushrooms are eaten. Amanita phalloides is the most commonly reported severely toxic species of mushroom in the US but other Amanita species are toxic. Symptoms include abdominal pain, drooling, liver damage, kidney damage, vomiting, diarrhea, convulsions, coma and death. Grapes/Raisins: As few as a handful of raisins or grapes can make a puppy dog ill. Symptoms include vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and lethargy. Macadamia Nuts: Macadamia nuts are another concern, along with most other kinds of nuts. Their high phosphorus content is said to possibly lead to bladder stones. Baby Food: Baby food is great for puppies who are not eating well, but make certain it contains no onion powder which is toxic. Baby food labeled "better tasting" contains onion powder. Bones from Meat Sources: Can cause obstruction or laceration of the digestive system. Sugarless Gum: Extremely deadly, even in small amounts. Cat Food: Cat food is generally too high in protein and fats. If your puppy ingests any toxic foods, contact your veterinarian or ASPCA Poison Control at 1-888-426-4435

Potty training It will never be easier to potty train your puppy than right now! We begin training with frass pads. Establish good habits early! Up until your new puppy is around 16-18 weeks of age and has received all of her shots, she is now ready to explore outside of her pen/kennel! For best results, at this point, you'll want to separate or divide her kennel into two parts. In the first part, put all of her toys, blankets, food and water dishes. This section is for when you leave the house or are unable to supervise her. In the second part, only put her pee pad. This is where you place her and command her to do her "business." Decide what command you and your family want to use for her to do her business, i.e., "Let's go Tinkle," "Let's go Pee-Pee,""Let's go Potty,"and speak that every time you place her in that section. Praise and remove her when she's done. Both sections should have potty pads (to protect your floor), but only one is exclusively for her to do her business. Have a very watchful eye as she wanders around and every 30 minutes or so (or if she looks like she needs to go potty), place her back in the potty pen section so she knows that's where she must do "it." Praise her when she completes this task and take her out again, watching her very closely. Don't EVER let the puppy run around unsupervised! He will surely go potty wherever he sees fit, and if you don't put him back in the pen to do his business, you will have caused him to do it outside of the pen and will fail to train him correctly. It is up to the OWNER to watch and act, in order to train your puppy to do his business in the correct place. When he's done, bring him out of the pen and play with him then - not while he's doing his business. Puppies pee and poop after they eat, after they wake up and after they play. You can be 100% sure that they will after each one of these activities! If you are consistent with allowing the puppy to only do his business in one place, he will eventually learn this and not forget. If you are not consistent, or not vigilent in watching their behavior outside of the pen, they will learn that it's ok to do their business wherever and whenever they choose. Also, please note that EVERYONE in the household MUST be on the same page with this and follow the same routine, or your puppy will become very confused and never learn what you want him to learn. After she has learned the previous step, it is now time to transition learning to outside. Put the pen outside (with the potty pad still in it). After playing, eating or sleeping, or if you see your puppy circling as if she has to go potty, tell her, "Let's go potty!" and walk out to the pen, placing her inside. Wait until she goes, praise her and take her out of the pen. After a few days, remove the potty pad in the pen and put her in the pen on the grass, so she understands that she is to do her business on the grass. After that, you can remove the pen if you'd like and you've now trained your puppy to do her business on the grass where it belongs! After this point, when it's time for your puppy to do his business, just announce, "Let's go potty!" and your happy puppy will follow you with excitement out the door, knowing exactly what is expected of him. If your puppy does have an accident, clean the area with a product that completely takes away the smell, so she isn't likely to go potty there again.

Excellent video on training your new puppy

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