FAQ

Where are you located? We are located in Licking, Missouri, in the beautiful Ozarks.

What's the best way to contact you? Email is our preferred method: majesticembrace@gmail.com If needed, we can schedule a phone call or video chat.

Do you deliver or ship? Yes! We offer delivery by van for an additional fee (our driver can provide details). You can also fly to St. Louis airport to pick up your puppy. We can help you find a puppy nanny service if you prefer to have your puppy flown to you.

When can my puppy come home? Puppies are ready to go home at 8-9 weeks old.

How are puppies socialized? Our puppies are raised in our home using Puppy Culture methods. They live with our family and children from birth. We provide early neurological stimulation in their first weeks and integrate them into daily family life.

When is the deposit due? The $500 deposit is required after puppies are born to reserve your puppy. This deposit goes toward the total puppy price.

When is final payment due? Final payment must be made before delivery or shipping. If you're picking up in person, you may pay upon pickup. We encourage payment before delivery when possible, but accept cash at pickup.

How can I pay? If you found us directly: Down payment via Check, Zelle, or Venmo. Final payment via Zelle, Venmo, or Cash (at pickup).

If you found us through Good Dog: All payments must go through the Good Dog platform. Delivery fees are paid separately to the driver.

Will the red color fade? We cannot guarantee color retention. Each puppy is different, but our reds will most likely fade to apricot or dark apricot by around 2 years of age. Apricot is the rarest poodle color and tends to hold color well.

What registration do puppies come with? Most puppies are sold with AKC limited registration (pet only) with a spay/neuter contract. Breeding rights are sold very selectively - contact us if interested.

What health testing do you do? All our breeding dogs are tested through Embark genetics, UC Davis Genetics, and have OFA health clearances. Most of our parents have CHIC certification.

Do you dock tails and remove dewclaws? We can discuss tail docking preferences (natural, long dock, or short dock) when you apply. Currently we have decided not to remove dewclaws as they have grown back after doing so and I do not like the method used by local vets. We are now doing a long dock on our puppies. If you need to have a puppy without being docked you will need to make a reservation before they are born as docking is done within the first three days. 

What's included with my puppy? Puppies go home with:

    Scented blanket and toy

    Starter food

    Leash and collar

    Health certificate

    Veterinary records (vet visits, vaccinations, deworming)

    AKC folder with transition tips and puppy already pre registered with AKC

    30 days free Trupanion insurance

What is your health guarantee? We offer a 3-year health guarantee against genetic or congenital disorders that adversely affect your puppy's health. See our contract for full details.

What happens if I can't keep my dog? Please contact us immediately if you can no longer care for your puppy. We want to help! If you live nearby, we may be able to assist in finding a suitable new home. If you're thousands of miles away, you are able to rehome the puppy yourself, but we ask that you keep us informed and allow us to stay in touch with the new owner. We care about our puppies throughout their lives.

Do you take puppies back if there's a problem? Yes, we will take puppies back if needed. However, please note that after the first two weeks, we offer no refunds. We want our puppies in the right homes and will work with you to ensure a good match.

Why do you need my full contact information? We require your full name, address, phone number, and email address to complete the puppy application process. This information is necessary for AKC pre-registration and for the veterinarian to complete your puppy's health certificate. We cannot proceed with your application without these complete details. Your information is kept confidential and used only for puppy placement purposes.

Do you have a Guardian Program? If you live within 200 miles of Licking, Missouri, you may apply to be a guardian family. Guardian families keep the poodle as a pet while we arrange and cover health testing and breeding costs.

How many litters do you have per year? We have 1-2 litters per year. We are not a puppy mill. Our medium poodles typically have smaller litters (under 7 puppies). These puppies are raised the f

How do I get on your waiting list? Fill out a puppy application! We notify people on our list when litters are planned so you can reserve your puppy early and have better selection.

Do you offer payment plans? Payment plans are not available when purchasing directly through us - puppies must be paid for before or at pickup. However, if you purchase through Good Dog, they offer payment plan options through their platform.