Our Program
A reputable puppy breeder program built around health, temperament, and a smooth family experience.
Sage Puppies is a boutique, reputable puppy breeder in South Jordan, Utah, raising Havanese, Havapoo, and Cavapoo puppies for families locally and nationwide. About 85% of puppies are placed with national families through delivery, and about 15% go home locally through pickup.
- Health-tested parents
- Family-raised puppies
- Early socialization
- Nationwide delivery
A better beginning
What makes Sage Puppies a reputable puppy breeder?
We are not trying to place the most puppies with the most people. We are building a careful, high-trust process for families who want a well-raised small companion puppy and a breeder who communicates clearly.
Health-first planning
Our breeding decisions are guided by parent selection, health considerations, temperament, structure, and long-term family fit.
Early development
Puppies are raised with gentle handling, household exposure, age-appropriate socialization, and foundational routines before go-home day.
Matchmaking guidance
We help families think beyond color and cuteness by considering temperament, timing, lifestyle, and breed fit.
Prepared handoff
From reservation to delivery or pickup, the process is designed to feel organized, calm, and clear.
How it works
From first inquiry to go-home day, every step has a purpose.
The Sage Puppies process is built to help qualified families move forward with confidence while giving each puppy the best possible start.
Explore availability
Start with current puppies, upcoming litters, breed pages, pricing, delivery, and our process so you know what to expect.
See available puppiesSubmit an application
The application helps us understand your home, lifestyle, timing, breed preference, and what kind of puppy may fit best.
Start the applicationMatch and reserve
Once approved, we guide the conversation around availability, temperament, timing, reservation details, and next steps.
Learn about matchmakingPrepare for puppy
Families receive guidance for supplies, home setup, routines, travel planning, and the first days after puppy comes home.
View puppy prepDelivery or pickup
Most Sage Puppies families are outside Utah, while local families may choose South Jordan-area pickup when appropriate.
Review delivery optionsSettle in with support
Our goal is a smooth transition, clear expectations, and a confident start as your puppy adjusts to family life.
Ask a question
The puppies we raise
Small companion breeds chosen for family life.
Sage Puppies focuses on Havanese, Havapoo, and Cavapoo puppies only. Each breed has its own coat, temperament, grooming needs, and family-fit considerations.
Havanese
Affectionate, cheerful small companion dogs known for their people-focused nature and sturdy small-dog charm.
Learn about HavaneseHavapoo
A Havanese and Poodle mix often loved for its bright personality, soft coat possibilities, and adaptable family temperament.
Learn about HavapooCavapoo
A Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Poodle mix often chosen for its sweet expression, affectionate nature, and companion-focused personality.
Learn about CavapooCavapoo puppy placement should feel thoughtful, not rushed.
For families comparing Cavapoo puppies, reputable puppy breeder qualities include clear communication, realistic expectations, breed-fit guidance, and a process that protects the puppy’s transition home.
Health & temperament
The program starts before puppies are born.
A puppy’s first weeks matter, but the foundation begins with thoughtful parent selection, clear expectations, and a breeding program that prioritizes more than appearance.
- Parent dogs are considered for temperament, structure, health, and suitability for companion homes.
- Puppies are observed as they grow so families can receive practical guidance about personality and fit.
- Health and vet information is communicated clearly before go-home day.
- Families are encouraged to review breed traits, grooming needs, training expectations, and timing before applying.
Family fit
Who is usually a strong fit for Sage Puppies?
Our program is best suited for families who want a premium small companion puppy and value communication, preparation, and responsible placement.
Prepared families
Families who are ready to plan for training, potty routines, grooming, vet care, supervision, and a thoughtful transition home.
Small-dog homes
Homes looking for a companion-sized puppy with the temperament and care needs of a small family dog.
Good communicators
Families who appreciate clear timelines, next steps, expectations, and honest conversation before reserving a puppy.
Not a fit for everyone
We may not be the right program for families looking for the lowest price, same-day placement, skipped applications, or an impulse purchase.
Delivery & pickup
A smooth go-home plan, whether you are local or out of state.
Most Sage Puppies families are national and choose delivery, while local Utah families may choose South Jordan-area pickup when appropriate. We help approved families understand timing, safety, travel planning, and what to expect before go-home day.
- Nationwide families can ask about delivery options, timing, safety, and travel expectations.
- South Jordan, Salt Lake County, and nearby Utah families may be able to arrange local pickup.
- Go-home planning includes practical preparation so the transition feels calm and organized.
Program guide
Explore the full Sage Puppies process.
These pages explain the key parts of the program in more detail, from application and matching to reservation, puppy prep, and policies.
How It Works
See the full path from application to puppy matching, reservation, delivery or pickup, and go-home day.
Read how it worksMatchmaking
Learn how temperament, family needs, breed traits, timing, and lifestyle are considered during puppy placement.
Learn about matchingReservation Process
Review what happens after approval and how reservation details are handled before go-home day.
See reservation stepsBringing Puppy Home
Prepare for the first days with your puppy, including routines, expectations, and a smoother adjustment.
Prepare for go-home dayPuppy Prep
Get practical guidance on supplies, setup, schedules, grooming, crate expectations, and early training basics.
View puppy prepPolicies
Review important program policies before applying, reserving, or bringing a Sage Puppies puppy home.
Review policiesQuestions
Our Program FAQ
These are the questions families often ask before applying or reserving a puppy.
Where is Sage Puppies located?
Sage Puppies is based in South Jordan, Utah, serving local families in the Salt Lake City area as well as approved families across the country.
Which breeds does Sage Puppies raise?
Sage Puppies raises Havanese, Havapoo, and Cavapoo puppies only. Each breed page explains temperament, size expectations, grooming considerations, and family fit.
Do I need to apply before choosing a puppy?
Yes. The application helps us understand your home, timing, lifestyle, and preferences so the next conversation can be more helpful and realistic.
Can families outside Utah get a Sage Puppies puppy?
Yes. Most Sage Puppies families are outside Utah. Approved families can ask about nationwide delivery options, timing, safety, and travel planning.
How do you help families choose the right puppy?
We consider more than appearance. Breed fit, temperament observations, family lifestyle, timing, and care expectations all matter when discussing a puppy match.
What should I look for in a reputable puppy breeder?
Look for clear communication, realistic timelines, thoughtful parent selection, visible puppy-raising practices, breed-fit guidance, and a process that does not rush placement. The American Kennel Club also publishes general guidance on finding and working with a responsible breeder.
What should I read next?
Start with Available Puppies, Pricing & Reservation, How It Works, and the breed pages for Havanese, Havapoo, and Cavapoo.
Next step
Ready to take the next thoughtful step?
View current puppies, learn what is coming next, or start your application so we can get to know your family and help guide the right fit.