I never take deposits. I have people come over when the puppies are about 5 weeks old. I tell them if we are all happy with each other & the puppies, I will take a deposit at that time. They know that it is not a done deal until I take the deposit.
________ Labradors is a hobby, not a business. (Owner/breeder) retains the final decision as to whether or not a puppy will be made available to any individual or family for any reason.
I like this, though wouldn't refer to myself as "owner" since it's not a business.
I have a spot on my questionnaire where they have to acknowledge that they realize just because they fill out a questionnaire, it does not mean they will end up with one of my puppies. They need to check that off or the questionnaire doesn't come through.
I also have a spot on mine that asks if it's ok if I pass their information onto another breeder if I don't have a puppy for them.
________ Labradors is a hobby, not a business. (Owner/breeder) retains the final decision as to whether or not a puppy will be made available to any individual or family for any reason.
I like this, though wouldn't refer to myself as "owner" since it's not a business.