WELCOME TO THE LUF FAMILY!

Thank you for choosing Life Unleashed Farm (LUF) in your search for a new furry family member! We’re thrilled to guide you through this exciting journey and are dedicated to helping you find the perfect Sheepadoodle to complete your family. Here’s what to expect along the way:

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Step One: Complete Our Adoption Application

Before completing the application, please familiarize yourself with our sales policies and this adoption timeline, as you will be asked to confirm that you have read and agree to them during the application process.

Our application also serves as our deposit contract, where applicants are required to review and sign in agreement to our sales policies and adoption terms.

Start the process by filling out our application using this link.
The application is designed to help us learn more about your family, lifestyle, and home environment so we can ensure the best match for your new puppy.

Your answers provide us with the information we need to make thoughtful, informed decisions about matching you with the perfect furry addition to your family!

Here’s what we’ll ask and why:

• Your Home and Family Environment: Understanding your setup helps us determine which puppies may thrive in your specific circumstances.

• Daily Schedule: Knowing your typical day helps us recommend pups that match your energy level and availability.

• Grooming and Care Plans: Sheepadoodles require regular grooming; we want to ensure you’re prepared to meet this essential need.

• Other Pets or Children: This helps us identify puppies with the right temperament for your household.

• Agreement to Our Policies: To keep expectations clear and ensure a smooth adoption process, we’ll ask you to review and agree to our policies.

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Step Two: Application Review & Approval!

Once submitted, your application will be carefully reviewed by our program director, Jamie Parker and owner, Korina Buehrer. Typically, applications are reviewed and approved within 1-2 business days. (If you don’t hear back from us within 2 days, please reach out!)  

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Once you’re approved, you’re officially on the path to adopting a Life Unleashed Sheepadoodle puppy. 🎉 You will receive an approval email with instructions for how to get your reservation finalized.

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Rarely, an application is denied. In this situation, we will reach out and outline our reasons for denying the application or set up a phone call to discuss any questions or concerns prompted on the application. 

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Step Three: Reservation Fee

Once you are approved, you will receive an email with instructions for submitting your $500 reservation fee. Your spot on the reservation list—and your future furry family member—is not finalized until we receive your non-refundable $500 reservation fee.

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• This fee can be transferred to up to two future litters if needed. After two litters, the deposit is forfeited.

• Payment options include Apple Pay, Zelle, Cash App, or credit card (credit card processing fees apply).

 

Free Waitlist

While it’s free to join our waitlist, only applications with deposits will receive priority puppy pick and access to our exclusive reservation updates. A deposit ensures you’ll have a “saved” puppy pick, and we’ll keep you updated every step of the way with special insights and updates about the litter!

When the puppies are born, should we have more puppies than reservations, our free waitlist customers will be notified and at that point, may opt to submit their $500 non-refundable deposit to join the reservation list. 

 

Step Four: Waiting for the Breeding

Once your application and deposit are submitted, the exciting wait begins! While we schedule our planned litters to the best of our ability, please note that no litter is guaranteed until the pregnancy is confirmed.

Here’s how we’ll keep you in the loop:

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• Breeding Announcements: We’ll send a notice when the breeding takes place.

• Pregnancy Confirmation: You’ll receive another update when the pregnancy is confirmed.

• Delivery Announcement: When our puppies finally make their big debut, we will notify our reservation list with all of the pictures and videos from the birth. 

• Exclusive Content Postings: Reservation customers are given access to a google drive folder where we will upload exclusive photos and videos through pregnancy, the birth, and all along the puppy’s time with us. This content is intended for our customers and may not be shared on social media. 

• Social Media Farm Updates: Follow us on Instagram (@lifeunleashedfarm) for more weekly news and behind-the-scenes peeks at life on the farm.

 

We’re committed to keeping our customers informed throughout this journey, so they’ll always know what to expect as we prepare to welcome the next generation of Sheepadoodle puppies!

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Step Five: The Puppies Are Here! The Puppies Are Here!

The puppies have arrived, and the excitement begins! During these first precious weeks, our priority is caring for the newborn pups and their mama to ensure they thrive. While we won’t be able to provide individual updates to every family, we’ll regularly upload content to:

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• Our Social Media: Follow us on Instagram (@lifeunleashedfarm) for public updates and adorable puppy moments.

• Reservations-Only Google Drive: Exclusive access for deposit holders with private photos and videos of the litter.

Step Six: The Matching Process

Although it’s tempting to start imagining which puppy will join your family, we take great care to ensure every match is perfect. Our process includes:

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• Daily Observations: Spending extensive time with the puppies to understand their personalities.

• Temperament Testing: Conducted at 7 weeks to provide valuable insight into each pup’s personality, helping us determine the best fit for their future families.

 

Our top priority is matching each puppy with the family that sets them up for lifelong success. Color and gender preferences are considered, but only after temperament matching has taken place.

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Farm Visits (4 - 6 Weeks Old)

When the puppies reach 4 weeks, we’ll contact you to schedule a farm visit— either in person or virtual via Zoom. During this visit, you’ll get to meet the litter and together, we will choose your top three pups.

Final Matching (7 Weeks Old)

At 7 weeks, we’ll complete the matching process based on:

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• The valuable data we’ve collected over the puppies’ first 7 weeks, including temperament test results.

• Your application details/requests.

• Your family’s specific needs (e.g., service animal potential).

 

Matches are final to ensure the best possible fit for both your family and your new furry friend!

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Step 7: Eight Weeks Means Puppy Pick-Up Time!

Puppies are ready to join their forever families at 8 weeks old.

 

After you’ve been matched with your puppy a pick-up/meet-up appointment is scheduled. If rescheduling is necessary, please contact us at least 24 hours in advance to make alternate arrangements.

Be sure to bring a secure puppy crate for the drive home, or someone to watch, care, hold pup. The final payment is due at pick up- credit card, Zelle, cash (preferred method), Apple Pay. Any puppy not picked up by 9 weeks will incur a daily boarding fee of $30 to cover their care. Boarding and/or additional training packages are also available but must be arranged before the puppies reach 8 weeks old.

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Visiting Our Farm

We’d love for you to visit—whether you come in person or connect with us virtually through Zoom, FaceTime, Messenger, or Google Meet. During your visit, you’ll get to meet the Dam, see where the puppies live, peek into our daily routine, and experience the love and care that go into raising your little one. 

 

Our outsourced studs don’t live on-site, so meeting them requires special arrangements based on their breeder’s schedule, but anytime we use an on-site stud you’re always welcome to meet him. We value open communication and transparency, and we want your journey to feel smooth, joyful, and full of excitement as you prepare to welcome your newest family member.

 

Thank You!!

Raising these pups is our passion and greatest joy. Thank you for trusting Life Unleashed Farm to help you welcome a new four-legged friend into your family. We’re here to guide you every step of the way, so don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns!

 

Warm regards,
Korina & Mickey Buehrer, Owners
Jamie Parker, Program Assistant
Life Unleashed Farm