Do Carlins shed?

Yes.

They don't shed as badly as a Pug, but they do shed. I'd call them a moderately shedding breed.

How active are they?

Moderately active; expect them to be more so as puppies.

Carlins are active enough to keep up on walks, but aren't hyper.

They enjoy sitting on the couch and watching TV with their people, but aren't clingy.

ALL of my Carlins love to destroy stuffed animals. They get a kick out of pulling out the wads of stuffing and scattering it far and wide!

Are they good with kids?

Is the child in question gentle and respectful towards dogs?

Carlins raised around children seem to do quite well with kids, provided they're not teased or taunted.

Properly socializing any dog is key to a good relationship with other people (no matter their age).

How about cats and other animals?

Again, socialization is vital to compatibility. All of my puppies/dogs are raised with cats and get along wonderfully. 

That said, some of my dogs have a slightly higher prey drive than I'd like. Prey animals such as rabbits and chickens may be incompatible with some Carlins.

Do they do well in apartments?

Yes, provided they receive adequate training and exercise. Carlins are smart and stubborn enough to try to run the household. Being a good 'pack leader' is key to owning a Carlin.

I highly recommend obedience training such as Puppy Kindergarten and following Nothing In Life Is Free (Google NILIF for a complete explanation.)

How much do they weigh?

Weight varies greatly with my Carlins, due to a few different factors. I work with several different lines of different sizes and Carlins in general are not yet standardized in size as other breeds are. 

Carlins are a breed in development. Some day, they will be a standard size. My goal is a standard 10-12 pound dog.

At the extreme ends of the scale, my dogs range from 8 to 30 pounds! Some litters will have both tiny dogs and larger ones. If size is very, very important to you, I would advise choosing a different breed or possibly a different breeder.

I also think it's important to mention that Carlins are heavier than they look due to their bone density and muscular stature. 

Here's a picture of Seven, laying next to a standard oil-filled electric heater. The outlet to the left of her is a bit higher than typical, but not much.

Hopefully this will give some idea of adult size. She weighs about 11-12 pounds.

 

Do you have a waiting list?

Yes. To reserve a puppy is $150, which is applied toward the purchase price of the puppy. Some terms and conditions apply; please email me for details.

What is the process for getting a puppy?

When I have any puppies available, I'll contact those folks on the reservation list first.

If you're interested, send me an email. I like to hear about the home you'll provide for a puppy.

We'll exchange emails, and if we both agree you'll be a good fit for each other, I'll give you instructions on reserving the puppy. (I do prefer PayPal or major credit cards.)

When the puppy is old enough, s/he can either be shipped to you via airline, or you can pick up in person.

All puppies must be paid for in full before they leave me, including the cost of shipping.

Do you have an application I can fill out?

Nope. Just send me an email if one of the available puppies is of interest.

I'm specifically interested in hearing about:

Previous dog experience. Some dog experience is good for owning a Carlin, but not absolutely necessary. If you've never owned a dog, obedience (Puppy Kindergarten) is very, very important.

Children that may be around the puppy/dog. It's important that parents understand Carlins are pretty darn patient with kids, but don't take teasing, pulling, or poking too well. 

Special care must be taken with any child who 'doesn't know better' than to pull tails/fur... Carlins may snap out of pain or scratch in an attempt to get away from little hands.

When do you expect more puppies?

See my Available Puppies page.