Picking a Puppy

Choosing your future puppy is one of life’s happiest decisions — and we’re here to help you make the right one. Whether you’re local or across the country, we guide you through a personalized process to match your family with the perfect pup.

Every puppy has its own personality, energy level, and temperament. By learning more about your lifestyle and goals, we help match you with a puppy that’s not just cute — but the perfect fit for your home.

• 🧠 Prevent future behavioral surprises
   
• 💖 Strengthen your bond from day one
   
• 🐕 Find the right energy level for your family

We’ll ask you a few simple questions to help guide the process:

• Are you looking for a playful family dog or a laid-back cuddle buddy?
   
• Do you live in a busy household with kids, or a quieter environment?
   
• Are allergies or grooming preferences a concern?
   

Every family is different, and so is every puppy!

Whether you're in New York, California, Boston, or beyond — you can still meet your future puppy before making a decision.

• Live Video Calls (Zoom or FaceTime): Watch how each puppy interacts, plays, and responds
   
• In-Person Visits (by appointment): For local families or those willing to travel
   
• We also provide regular photos and video updates to help you follow along!

At around 6–8 weeks old, we observe and evaluate each puppy’s personality and tendencies. We consider:

• 🐾 Confidence: Is the puppy curious and adventurous, or more relaxed and gentle?
   
• 🧸 Sociability: How do they interact with people and littermates?
   
• 🚶 Independence: Are they more outgoing or more of a follower?
   

These insights help us match the right pup with the right home.

"In November, my wife and I got Holly (Bichon Frisé) from Gloria and Smoochie Poochie Pups. It was an incredible experience! The entire process was very easy, and I’d highly recommend getting a dog from them. When I first expressed interest, Gloria quickly reached out to provide all of the information about the dogs that we were looking for. Then, the only hard thing about the pickup process was deciding which adorable puppy we wanted to bring home! But, we picked Holly and I’m very thankful that we did. Holly has been a happy, healthy, and extremely loving/friendly pup ever since we’ve brought her home, and she’s already made a massively positive impact on our household. Thanks, Gloria!" - Trenton Hettlinger