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Waiting List & Reservations

       To ensure that we have enough homes lined up for an upcoming litter we will usually open up the waiting lists weeks before a pairing actually takes place. It is wise to join the waiting list early on to help ensure that you are able to reserve a pup(s), as they are generally organized on a first-come, first-served basis. In order to be considered for the waiting list, you must first fill out an Adoption Application and answer all the questions truthfully and completely. If you have any questions, feel free to ask them! We will get back to you as soon as possible to let you know you've been placed on the waiting list, or if we have any further questions.

 Please note that while we try to schedule breedings "to a T", mother nature has the final say in when a litter will be conceived and birthed, the number of pups born and the gender ratio of that litter. Therefore we cannot guarantee you will get exactly what you want, when you want them. Please understand this when applying to be placed on the waiting list.

 Please also understand that once a pairing has taken place it will be about 9 weeks from then until the pups are ready to go home. We are not a pet store or business that you can "order now" and pick up within the week. This process is time consuming and patience is key. You will find that the wait will be well worth it in the end when you get to bring home your playful new companion(s).

 Once the pups are born we will regularly update the website with information and photos of the litter as they grow and develop. No reservations can be made until the pups are at least 3 weeks of age. We must first decide who our official keepers will be before allowing the waiting list to begin reserving their choices.

  We are first and foremost in this journey to provide normal, everyday pet owners with the opportunity to bring a wonderful new companion into their home. We believe everyone should have the ability to adopt quality rats, not just other breeders. There are few cases in which we must allow another breeder to choose their pick of the litter before our pet adopters are able (for instance, when they are the breeder of the sire or dam). Otherwise, everyone is treated equally and on a first come, first served basis.

** Please be aware that in general we only adopt to persons 18 years of age and older. We have adopted to those under 18 in special circumstances in which the parent(s) must sign the adoption contract and abide by all requirements described in the Pet Only Contract.

** We reserve the right to deny any person for any reason, even at time of pick-up, should we believe the placement isn't appropriate.

** We will only consider placement of rats on breeding contracts to those individuals we have actively known and conversed with for a minimum of one year.

Adoption Fees

  • Pet Only: $20 each. Requires a signed Pet Only Adoption Contract and following all requirements described therein.
  • Breeders: $30 each only to serious, dedicated breeders that share the same ideals and ethics. Requires knowledge of genetics and many *long* conversations before considering placement of any rats on a breeding contract.
 
Going Home

  Provided that everything is running smoothly, pups have weaned properly and are adjusting well to being without Mom, you will be able to take your new companion home at 6 weeks of age. Pups are weaned from 4.5-5 weeks and will require a week or more to adjust to eating on their own and acclimating to only living with their siblings. *We very much prefer siblings are adopted together to make the transition to their new home as smooth as possible!*

 Please be aware that we will make an appointment to meet with you in a public place to keep the transaction as safe as possible for people and animals alike. Due to the increased health risks to our rats and pups (and thus others who adopt from us) we do not allow pick up at the rattery. Please bring a rat appropriate carrier to pick up your pup(s)!
Special Notice on Breeding Rights
 Dazzle Me now retains breeding rights to any and all rats placed in breeder or pet-only homes. This is to ensure that if something were to happen to any of our keepers we will still be able to further improve the line through rats we have placed. We prefer to keep 2 pups from each litter to reduce the likelihood of ever needing to borrow back any rat we place.


We reserve the right to change any/all of the policies at any time
without notice.





 








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