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If you do not live in our immediate area, you may be wondering how you will get your new friend home. The
best way is always to come and pick him or her up, if possible. That way, you will get to meet the mother of
the litter, possibly the father, other dogs related to your puppy, and you will also get to see our facilities and
meet us in person if you haven't already done so. Sometimes coming to pick your puppy up is not an option,
though.
Driving to Get Your Puppy
Whenever possible, it is best to drive to pick your puppy up. Not only do you get to meet us and our doggies,
but the long drive home is an excellent opportunity for you to bond with your new pup. There is just no
comparison to time spent on the open road!
If you are planning to come get your little one from a distance, we recommend driving up the night before.
Plan to stay either in Quesnel (if you are coming from the south) or Prince George or Hixon (if you are
headed from the north). After one last sleep-in, you can pick your puppy up early in the morning and make
your way back home. Plan to spend at least an hour two at Eromit Acres to complete the purchase
paperwork, go over feeding and care instructions, and to meet the gang. Included in your puppy starter kit is
a collar, leash, small bag of food, and a toy or blanket that smells like mom - so your puppy doesn't get too
lonesome on those first few nights. You should pack the following:
Puppy on a Plane?
In order to ship a puppy by airplane, he or she must be at least 9 weeks old (if flying solo in the cargo
compartment) and health certified by a veterinarian a few days before the flight. West Jet provides the best
service and price for flying puppies in Canada, but we will occasionally use other airlines if circumstances
are right. Puppies fly unaccompanied fly in the cargo department of the airplane so we make sure that this
compartment is climate-controlled and ventilated. We will make all arrangements for flights, but the buyer is
responsible for the costs. All of our puppies are accustomed to sleeping in a crate long before they go to
their new homes, so the flight it not stressful for the puppy (although being away from the family is!) Your
puppy may seem fatigued when she arrives and it is not unusual for them to take a big nap when they finally
arrive to their destination.
When you pick your puppy up from the airport, please be prepared to provide ID, proof of address and a
copy of the bill of sale (we will email or mail you a copy well in advance) - you will also need the airline's
weighbill number. Puppies who are flown will not get a free starter bag of food, but will get coupons in lieu. Be
sure to have some Pro Plan Large-Breed Puppy food on hand at home. Come to the airport prepared with
the above paperwork, as well as a leash, poop bags, paper towel, and some clean bedding for the crate.
You may also want to bring a garbage bag or something in which to put dirty crate blankets. It is not
uncommon for puppies to have an accident on the flight - there is no one there to let them out when they ask!
Please bring a small dish and some water as your puppy could be thirsty. Also, be sure to phone us to let us
know that he or she has safely arrived!
Puppies flying throughout Canada will depart from Prince George. The costs associated with shipping will
include a brand new medium sized crate, the pre-flight veterinarian health check, airport fuel fee of $50, and
the cost of the flight itself. Typically, the total for these charges comes in at $250-$350 depending on the
destination - please feel free to contact me for a specific quote to your area.
Puppies flying to the U.S. will depart from Vancouver. Because it is a 14 hour round trip, the airport fuel fee in
these cases is $250. This will be split if more than one puppy is flying out of Vancouver on the same day
(which we will try to arrange whenever possible). The cost of the crate and vet check do not change but of
course the amount of the flight will vary depending on the location. Please email for a specific quote.
*In some cases, you may prefer to fly here to pick up your puppy. We can arrange to meet you at either the
Prince George or Vancouver International Airports depending on where you are coming from, and airport fuel
fees will apply as above. In order to fly home in the cabin of the plane (under your seat), weight and height
restrictions may apply. Some puppies will already be too large at 8 weeks to fly in cabin but all should be able
to fly cargo. Please ensure that your airline provides a climate-controlled cargo compartment and be sure to
book this space in advance as often flights are limited to the number of animals they can carry. Please
contact me for exact dimensions on the kennel.
best way is always to come and pick him or her up, if possible. That way, you will get to meet the mother of
the litter, possibly the father, other dogs related to your puppy, and you will also get to see our facilities and
meet us in person if you haven't already done so. Sometimes coming to pick your puppy up is not an option,
though.
Driving to Get Your Puppy
Whenever possible, it is best to drive to pick your puppy up. Not only do you get to meet us and our doggies,
but the long drive home is an excellent opportunity for you to bond with your new pup. There is just no
comparison to time spent on the open road!
If you are planning to come get your little one from a distance, we recommend driving up the night before.
Plan to stay either in Quesnel (if you are coming from the south) or Prince George or Hixon (if you are
headed from the north). After one last sleep-in, you can pick your puppy up early in the morning and make
your way back home. Plan to spend at least an hour two at Eromit Acres to complete the purchase
paperwork, go over feeding and care instructions, and to meet the gang. Included in your puppy starter kit is
a collar, leash, small bag of food, and a toy or blanket that smells like mom - so your puppy doesn't get too
lonesome on those first few nights. You should pack the following:
- Crate - be sure to bring some extra bedding along
- Dog Dish - it's a good idea to bring some bottled water also.
- Poop bags - puppy will likely need some pit stops, so be prepared!
- Paper Towel & Spray cleaner - although most puppies will not mess in a vehicle, it may take some time
for you to get used to his or her 'asking out' signal - so come prepared for an accident. - Chew toy - good for long drives. Puppy probably won't be interested right away but may settle down in
a few hours for a good chew. - Tunes- fun for you to sing along to, and also help to drown up the puppy if he decides to sing a
lonesome song!
Puppy on a Plane?
In order to ship a puppy by airplane, he or she must be at least 9 weeks old (if flying solo in the cargo
compartment) and health certified by a veterinarian a few days before the flight. West Jet provides the best
service and price for flying puppies in Canada, but we will occasionally use other airlines if circumstances
are right. Puppies fly unaccompanied fly in the cargo department of the airplane so we make sure that this
compartment is climate-controlled and ventilated. We will make all arrangements for flights, but the buyer is
responsible for the costs. All of our puppies are accustomed to sleeping in a crate long before they go to
their new homes, so the flight it not stressful for the puppy (although being away from the family is!) Your
puppy may seem fatigued when she arrives and it is not unusual for them to take a big nap when they finally
arrive to their destination.
When you pick your puppy up from the airport, please be prepared to provide ID, proof of address and a
copy of the bill of sale (we will email or mail you a copy well in advance) - you will also need the airline's
weighbill number. Puppies who are flown will not get a free starter bag of food, but will get coupons in lieu. Be
sure to have some Pro Plan Large-Breed Puppy food on hand at home. Come to the airport prepared with
the above paperwork, as well as a leash, poop bags, paper towel, and some clean bedding for the crate.
You may also want to bring a garbage bag or something in which to put dirty crate blankets. It is not
uncommon for puppies to have an accident on the flight - there is no one there to let them out when they ask!
Please bring a small dish and some water as your puppy could be thirsty. Also, be sure to phone us to let us
know that he or she has safely arrived!
Puppies flying throughout Canada will depart from Prince George. The costs associated with shipping will
include a brand new medium sized crate, the pre-flight veterinarian health check, airport fuel fee of $50, and
the cost of the flight itself. Typically, the total for these charges comes in at $250-$350 depending on the
destination - please feel free to contact me for a specific quote to your area.
Puppies flying to the U.S. will depart from Vancouver. Because it is a 14 hour round trip, the airport fuel fee in
these cases is $250. This will be split if more than one puppy is flying out of Vancouver on the same day
(which we will try to arrange whenever possible). The cost of the crate and vet check do not change but of
course the amount of the flight will vary depending on the location. Please email for a specific quote.
*In some cases, you may prefer to fly here to pick up your puppy. We can arrange to meet you at either the
Prince George or Vancouver International Airports depending on where you are coming from, and airport fuel
fees will apply as above. In order to fly home in the cabin of the plane (under your seat), weight and height
restrictions may apply. Some puppies will already be too large at 8 weeks to fly in cabin but all should be able
to fly cargo. Please ensure that your airline provides a climate-controlled cargo compartment and be sure to
book this space in advance as often flights are limited to the number of animals they can carry. Please
contact me for exact dimensions on the kennel.
| How To Bring Your Puppy Home |
| Marie-Claude and her puppy "Shadow", at the airport. It's love at first sight! |
