Are we your ONLY online choice for USDA standard family raised PUPPIES for sale that are NOT a deposit deception, NOT a "teacup" deception,  NOT an extended warranty deception, NOT being trucked in from unknown conditions at out of state breeders, and NOT being RESOLD by a BROKER who can only pretend to know it's history? We are USDA, NCDA, and Wilkes County Animal Services licensed and inspected! USDA standard hospital clean QUARANTINE to prevent parvovirus and the new puppy covid! Let our 42 yrs experience help protect YOUR pet life! BUY your puppy DIRECTLY from our family who has pre-spoiled it, knows its genetics, and how big it might get!  VISIT US to SEE where your puppy was born! Come now WITHOUT sending a deposit, or RESERVE with a $208.00 deposit! Reasonable offers considered! Major credit cards accepted! (Please call/email immediately after using cards). Nationwide delivery is available! 

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Choosing a puppy based on personality can be tricky. Here are some insights from my years of experience:

The Unexpected Choice

Years ago, before health concerns limited puppy interactions, we often had families play with puppies in an area under our porch. One memorable visit involved:

• A lady interested in Terrier mix puppies
• Another lady looking at purebred Maltese

Surprisingly, while the Terrier mix puppies were shy, a Maltese puppy ran to the Terrier-seeking lady, climbing into her lap and winning her over instantly. This shows how a puppy's personality can unexpectedly charm potential owners.

Intelligence vs. Friendliness

The Maltese puppy's friendliness didn't necessarily indicate intelligence. In contrast, one of the shy Terrier mixes was later purchased by a deaf couple who successfully taught it 25 different hand signs!

Observing Puppy Behavior

People often spend considerable time trying to determine a puppy's personality. Some things to keep in mind:

1. Video behavior: Many of our puppy videos are taken after baths, which can make puppies shiver and seem less active.
2. Camera shyness: More intelligent puppies might shy away from cameras, while others may not react at all.
3. Personality vs. reaction: A puppy's reaction to a camera doesn't necessarily reflect its overall personality.

Remember, each puppy is unique, and their behavior in a single interaction may not represent their true personality or potential.

About Puppy Ownership! Every family CAN afford a puppy, and SAVE MONEY in buying a good puppy.

Bored families go out and waste money. Playing with a puppy at home is a free gift that continues to give, while superficial entertainment is one and done. We also gladly provide ownership education which can lower long-term ownership costs, initial vet bills, and increase the life expectancy of your pet! Many buyers look for the cheapest puppy. 

We average five calls per day from those who have sent deposits to a scammer pretending to have a puppy, AND we regularly talk to folks who had unexpected vet bills from backyard puppies bought from inexperienced caregivers. You are much less likely to have unforeseen expenses from an experienced breeder. Our knowledge has come through 40+ years of hands-on experience with the same group of pets.  Not even our senior vets have likely had this unique learning opportunity!

The best answer for our pets is preventative maintenance-NOT pet insurance or long-term warranty scams. Our goal is that you have the best life with your pet AND that you don't get scammed by those who want to sell you goods and services throughout the life of your pet! Healthy Pups is a family-owned nursery open for business on this property since 1982! We focus on better care standards, diverse genetics to improve the mental and physical health of our puppies, and preventative ownership education that can reverse and prevent many canine diseases!

Having more experience than almost anyone else in the pet business, we enjoy sharing our valuable experiences to help you have a better pet ownership experience, and to improve your chances of having a longer and better quality life with your pet! Thanks, Irvin Blackburn, owner- www.healthypups.com (336) 957-3609

Based on feedback from thousands of past puppy buyers, I've discovered that there are no significant differences in the personalities of mentally healthy dogs once they have adapted and settled into their new homes. Some puppies may appear more shy or fearful when you first bring them home, but this should be seen as a sign of intelligence. It means that the puppy recognizes you as a stranger and a potential threat.