Frequently Asked Questions

Consider adult size, exercise, grooming, health considerations, training needs, time at home, and the activities you hope to share. Our breed guides are a starting point; individual dogs can vary, so a conversation is an important part of the decision.

A puppy's eligible homecoming date depends on age, development, veterinary guidance, and applicable regulations. The verified date will be listed on an individual profile or shared during the placement conversation.

Ask Oakshire to confirm the veterinary examination, vaccination, deworming, microchip, registration, and care records included for a specific puppy. Review the exact documents before making a commitment.

Meeting arrangements must balance transparency with the health, safety, and routine of young puppies. Contact Oakshire to discuss the current visitor policy and available alternatives such as a scheduled visit or video conversation.

Use the application or contact form to express interest in future plans. Oakshire will confirm whether a puppy list is currently open and how interest is handled.

Reservation terms, deposits, contracts, refund conditions, and selection order should be provided in writing before any payment. Request the current policy directly from Oakshire.

Plan for a veterinarian, safe rest area, appropriate food, identification, puppy-proofed spaces, training support, and a gradual homecoming routine. Our Health & Care guide provides a practical starting checklist.

Oakshire's exact post-placement support, return, and rehoming policies are being documented. Ask for the current written terms before proceeding.

You may express a preference, but a responsible match also considers the puppy's individual development and the prospective home's lifestyle. Availability and matching decisions are confirmed through conversation.