Our Process
How It Works How to adopt a puppy from Sage Puppies
A clear, thoughtful path from first look to puppy go-home. Sage Puppies helps families find the right Havanese, Havapoo, or Cavapoo puppy through application, matching, reservation, preparation, and safe delivery or South Jordan, Utah pickup.
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A simple path for serious puppy families.
Finding the right puppy should not feel confusing, rushed, or transactional. Our process begins with availability and application, then moves into thoughtful matching, reservation, preparation, and go-home planning.
Whether you are nearby in Utah or welcoming your puppy through delivery, the goal is the same: clear communication, a strong fit, and a confident start for your puppy at home.
The Process
From first look to puppy go-home.
These are the core steps most Sage Puppies families follow. Exact timing depends on current availability, litter timing, application fit, and delivery or pickup plans.
Browse availability
Start with our available puppies page or breed guides to learn which puppies, litters, or waitlist options may fit your timing.
Apply or inquire
Submit the puppy application so we can learn about your home, preferences, timing, breed interest, and what kind of companion you are hoping for.
Match thoughtfully
We help you think beyond looks alone and consider temperament, size expectations, coat type, family lifestyle, travel timing, and long-term fit.
Reserve your puppy
Once a fit is confirmed, reservation details and next steps are shared clearly so you understand timing, payment, paperwork, and expectations.
Prepare for home
Before go-home, you will receive guidance on puppy prep, supplies, routines, crate setup, food transition, and what to expect during the first days.
Delivery or pickup
Families may arrange safe puppy delivery or local pickup in South Jordan, Utah. We coordinate timing and go-home details before travel day.
Choose Your Path
Available now or planning ahead?
Some families are ready for a puppy soon. Others are waiting for the right breed, timing, temperament, or delivery window. Both paths are welcome.
There is a puppy available now
Review the puppy’s profile, submit your application, and ask about that specific puppy. If the fit is strong, we will walk you through reservation and go-home planning.
View Available PuppiesYou are planning for a future puppy
Join the waitlist through the application, share your ideal timing and breed preferences, and we will help you prepare for upcoming Havanese, Havapoo, or Cavapoo opportunities.
Join the Waitlist
Breed Fit
Not sure which breed fits best?
We raise small companion puppies with family-focused temperaments. If you are deciding between breeds, start with the breed guides below and share your preferences in the application.
Havanese
A cheerful, affectionate companion breed often loved by families who want a small dog with a warm, people-focused personality.
Explore Havanese PuppiesHavapoo
A Havanese and Poodle mix that can be a wonderful fit for families wanting a small, sweet, trainable companion.
Explore Havapoo PuppiesCavapoo
A Cavalier and Poodle mix often chosen by families looking for a loving, gentle puppy with an affectionate nature.
Explore Cavapoo Puppies
Delivery & Pickup
Welcoming your puppy, wherever home is.
Most Sage Puppies families welcome their puppy through national delivery, while local families may choose pickup in South Jordan, Utah. Once your puppy is reserved, we will discuss the safest, most practical go-home option for your family, your puppy, and your timing.
Puppy delivery
Delivery details are coordinated after application, matching, and reservation so you know what to expect before go-home day.
Learn About DeliveryLocal pickup
Local pickup may be arranged in South Jordan, Utah, with clear timing, preparation notes, and go-home instructions.
Ask a QuestionAfter You Apply
What happens after you apply?
The application helps us understand your family before discussing puppy placement, timing, and next steps.
We review your home, timing, breed preferences, and what you are hoping for in a puppy.
If there may be a fit, we follow up with questions, availability, and guidance for your next step.
Once the fit is confirmed, reservation details are provided so you can move forward with confidence.
We help coordinate pickup or delivery details and provide preparation notes before your puppy comes home.
What To Expect
Clear, personal, and fit-focused.
No rushed clicks
We do not want families choosing a puppy on impulse. The application helps keep the process intentional.
Real guidance
We help you compare breed, temperament, timing, size expectations, and go-home logistics.
Simple next steps
You will know what to do next, what information is needed, and where you are in the process.
Go-home support
We share preparation notes so your puppy’s transition into your home feels more calm and confident.
FAQ
Common questions about the process.
What is the first step to getting a Sage Puppies puppy?
Start by reviewing available puppies or breed information, then submit the puppy application. The application helps us understand your home, timing, breed preferences, and what kind of puppy may fit best.
Can I choose a specific puppy?
Yes, when a puppy is available, you may ask about that specific puppy. We still encourage families to consider temperament, timing, lifestyle, and long-term fit rather than choosing by appearance alone.
Can I reserve a puppy before applying?
The application is the best first step before reservation. It helps confirm that the puppy, timing, breed, and go-home plan are a good fit before reservation details are finalized.
Do you offer puppy delivery?
Yes. Puppy delivery may be available for families outside Utah, and local pickup may be arranged in South Jordan, Utah. Delivery and pickup details are discussed after application, matching, and reservation.
What breeds does Sage Puppies raise?
Sage Puppies raises Havanese, Havapoo, and Cavapoo puppies. These breed pages can help you compare temperament, size expectations, coat considerations, and family fit.
Where can I see pricing and reservation details?
Visit the Pricing & Reservation page for current guidance. Once your application and puppy fit are reviewed, we will walk you through the next steps clearly.
Ready When You Are
Find your puppy with clarity and confidence.
Start with availability, learn the reservation process, or apply to join the waitlist for a future Havanese, Havapoo, or Cavapoo puppy.
Tip: If you already know your preferred breed and timing, include those details in your application so we can guide you more efficiently.