Shipping & Pickup

Pickup and Shipping: Bringing Your Poodle Puppy Home Safely

As a dedicated and responsible poodle breeder, I understand how important it is to ensure your new puppy arrives safely and happily, no matter where you live. While I warmly welcome buyers to pick up their puppies in person—allowing us to meet and for you to see firsthand the loving environment your puppy was raised in—I also recognize that not everyone can travel. For families located farther away, I offer professional shipping services designed with the puppy’s comfort, health, and safety as the absolute top priorities.

In-Person Pickup: Building Connections and Trust

When possible, I encourage buyers to visit and pick up their puppies directly from my home. This face-to-face meeting offers a wonderful opportunity to build trust and allows you to get to know me and the puppy’s environment better. Seeing the care, socialization, and living conditions firsthand can help you feel confident and comfortable as you start this new journey. Over the years, many wonderful relationships have begun this way, and I truly enjoy welcoming new families into the Cheery Poodles community. Pickup also allows for a smooth transition, as I can provide personalized guidance on care, feeding, grooming, and training.

Professional Shipping: Safe, Humane, and Stress-Free

For those unable to make the trip, I partner exclusively with trusted, specialized pet shipping companies that have years of experience transporting puppies nationwide and internationally. These professional services are carefully chosen because they understand the unique needs of young puppies and have strict protocols to minimize stress, avoid overheating or chilling, and ensure constant care throughout the journey. Unlike general cargo shipping, these companies often provide attentive pet nannies who accompany puppies in the cabin of the plane, guaranteeing constant monitoring and comfort during travel.

How Shipping Works: A Step-by-Step Process

Once you decide on shipping, I coordinate closely with you and the chosen pet transport company to select the safest and most convenient travel date and route. Before travel, I make sure your poodle puppy is fully vet-checked, up to date on vaccinations, and comfortable in their travel crate through gradual acclimation. On the day of travel, the puppy is carefully transported to the departure airport by a trusted courier or myself. During the flight, your puppy travels in a well-ventilated, airline-approved crate under the supervision of a qualified pet nanny who attends to all their needs. Upon arrival, the shipping company coordinates a smooth handoff directly to you or a designated trusted receiver at your local airport.

Why Responsible Shipping Matters

Shipping a puppy is a serious responsibility that should never be taken lightly. Unfortunately, not all breeders or sellers use reputable shipping services, which can put puppies at risk of injury, illness, or extreme stress. That’s why at Cheery Poodles, I only work with licensed and experienced pet transport professionals who meet the highest standards of animal welfare. I personally review and approve all shipping protocols to ensure that your puppy’s health and happiness come first every step of the way. With the right care and planning, shipping can be a safe, effective, and loving way to bring your new poodle puppy home—no matter the distance.