At Truax Decker Rat Terriers, we take pride in placing our puppies in the right homes. Please read our reservation and adoption policy carefully before committing to a puppy.
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Reservation Process
• A non-refundable deposit of $200 is required to reserve a puppy.
• Reservations are made for a litter pick order, not a specific puppy.
• Puppy selections begin at 5–6 weeks of age, in the order deposits are received.
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Adoption Fee
• The total adoption fee is $700.
• After your $200 deposit, the remaining $500 balance is due at pickup or delivery.
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Helping You Choose the Right Puppy
We will provide guidance and insight to help you select the best puppy based on:
• Temperament
• Personality
• Suitability for your home and lifestyle
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Refund Policy
• Deposits are non-refundable unless we are unable to provide a healthy puppy matching your reservation at the agreed-upon pickup/delivery time (typically at 8 weeks of age).
• In the event of unforeseen circumstances (e.g., illness or death), you may:
• Receive a full refund, or
• Transfer your deposit to another available puppy from a current or future litter.
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Pickup and Delivery
• Puppies must be picked up at 8 weeks of age, unless other arrangements have been discussed and agreed upon in advance.
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Transportation
Need help with pickup or delivery?
Transportation options are available upon request—please contact us to discuss the details.