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Adoption Fee & Deposit
We believe in complete pricing transparency with zero hidden breeding fees or unexpected surcharges.
Total Puppy Adoption Investment
$3,500
Includes full AKC limited registration, microchip, comprehensive written health guarantee (including 25-month hip & lifetime genetic coverage), and complete 4-week, 6-week, and 8-week core vaccination and deworming protocols.
Reservation Deposit:$200
Balance Due at Pick-Up (8 Weeks):$3300
* Deposit is applied directly toward the total adoption price.
Pick Order Priority: Placement order on litters is determined by deposit receipt order.
Transferable: If your desired color/gender is not produced, your deposit rolls over to the next litter.
Payment Methods: Stripe ACH Bank Transfer, Zelle, or Cash at in-person pick-up.
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Official Reservation Deposit Portal
Secure Deposit Payment Methods
To keep adoption costs fair and avoid predatory 3.5%+ credit card fees, we exclusively accept secure direct bank transfers via Stripe ACH and Zelle. Your $200 deposit applies 100% toward your puppy.
0% Card Surcharges
Stripe ACH Direct Transfer
Direct US Bank-to-Bank DebitReservation Deposit:$200.00
- Encrypted direct debit from any major US checking or savings account
- Instant automated payment confirmation and digital receipt
- Protected by Stripe's bank-grade 256-bit encryption
Zelle Transfer
Instant Mobile Bank-to-BankReservation Deposit:$200.00
- Send instantly from your Chase, BoA, Wells Fargo, or other banking app
- Zero transaction fees for both you and Sterling Labradors
- Locks in deposit timestamp immediately upon receipt
100% Applied: Your $200 deposit is deducted directly from the final adoption balance due at 8 weeks.
Transferable Protection: If your desired color/gender isn't whelped, your deposit rolls over to the next pairing.