Question 1

I can't find the "Application Form" button"

Accepted Answer

Check the Puppy page for the  Application link and for current information about litters

Question 2

Is the waiting list by order that the applications are received

Accepted Answer

No. 
Each application is reviewed and a short list is developed. 
The names on the short list will be interviewed by phone to further determine their suitabiltiy for one of the pups.

Question 3

If I don't make it onto the main list, is there a backup list"

Accepted Answer

Yes
A half dozen people will be put on the back-up list once the primary list is full.

Question 4

If I am on the backup list, do I still have a chance at getting a puppy"

Accepted Answer

Yes.
Situations change for families and sometimes it is no longer possible for them to take a pup.  Or the gender they want is not available.  Or more puppies are born then the primary list planned for. In such cases, people on the back-up list will be contacted directly

Question 5

Do I pay a deposit to get on the waiting list

Accepted Answer

A deposit is required once you are accepted onto the list.  It will be reimbursed if there is no puppy born to fulfil your application request.

Question 6

How much is the deposit.

Accepted Answer

The deposit is $200 and is required once you are accepted onto the primary list.
If the deposit is not paid within 2 days, you run the risk of being dropped from the list. 
 
The final payment is made when you take your pup home.
 
Please note that e-transfers are the preferred method of payments.

Question 7

Do you have any puppies right now.

Accepted Answer

Please check the Applecroft Golden Retrievers Facebook page for updates on puppy availability.

Litters are typically planned in advance along with their waiting lists. 
The Puppy Page will be updated to show when litters are expected and when wait lists are open/applications available to be received.

Question 8

Can I visit the parents

Accepted Answer

A visit with the mother can be arranged for those that are on the wait list if they so wish.
The father is not available for visits as he belongs to a different breader.

Question 9

What comes with the pup i.e. shots etc.

Accepted Answer

Please refer to the Puppies Page for details. All the details are listed there.

Question 10

When is the next litter.

Accepted Answer

The Puppy Page will be kept up to date on expected litter dates. 
Please refer to that page for current litter statuses

Question 11

When I press the link, nothing happens

Accepted Answer

The link is only active when we are expecting a litter and are open to new owners.  If the link is not active we are not taking applications.  Details can be found on the puppy page.

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