We have 5 Pom puppies which can find homes the week of the 29th. Would we be wrong in charging half for deposit now?
2007-01-13 12:13:52 · 10 answers · asked by birdey17 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Charge 1/4 of the selling cost of the pup. It's like having a reservation. The problem is that some may later not want the pup and want their money back. Give the money back or a judge will decide that for you. It should be done in good faith, but people don't always understand this concept. Either way, you shouldn't have any problems selling them. Always give a written receipt and keep a copy. It should have their name on it. Have a great year.
2007-01-13 12:21:59 · answer #1 · answered by firestarter 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, I always ask for at least half down as a deposit to hold my puppies (and I make the people wait at least 14 days to pick up the puppy if they wrote a check). I then require the rest in cash when they pick the puppy up.
2007-01-13 21:28:49 · answer #2 · answered by iluvmyfrenchbulldogs 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I usually charge 1/3 for deposit. You are not certain if the puppies will all be healthy when it is time for them to go, so it is risky to accept too much, as you just may have to pay it back.
One third is enough to consider the buyer serious, and that is what the deposit is for.
2007-01-13 20:19:07 · answer #3 · answered by Chetco 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I don't take deposits. I would not want some one having second thoughts, but getting a pup anyway because they have money involved. I would rather someone just back out and have to resell a pup than take a chance if it going to a home where the people don't want it.
2007-01-14 00:27:39 · answer #4 · answered by whpptwmn 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I charge $100 to hold pups, half might make people more reluctant.
Make sure to have a contract for deposits to prevent any future incidents if they should change their mind... make sure they understand a deposit is a PROMISE to BUY that puppy.
2007-01-14 00:00:48 · answer #5 · answered by Misty 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. Half is what I charge to hold one of my pups. Ask a lot of questions to make sure your puppies are going to a good home.
2007-01-13 20:17:25 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
1/3 of the purchase price of a pet is sufficient,but be sure you let the person purchasing know if the deposit is refundable or not before you except.Most breeders don't refund a deposit unless the pup should expire before the remaining balance is paid .
2007-01-13 22:04:14 · answer #7 · answered by Help 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not generally, half would be a good number, it would deter not serious buyers, if you are asking a more than $500 (I'm not familiar with that breed) then 20% might be enough of a deterant.
2007-01-13 20:19:17 · answer #8 · answered by picalibur 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If I was serious about buying one of your pups I wouldnt mind paying 1/2.. that way I would know the pup was deff coming home with me and was mine..
2007-01-13 21:02:47 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe 20 percent and if they dont come back to get them they dont get their money back
2007-01-13 20:29:08 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋