When I first walked in, the place was packed! Everyone was in the way of everyone, waiting for their turn to see the puppies as you'd have to wait for a spot.
Although there were many workers I could feel their frustration because everyone was asking each worker a question and for help all at once. I think the workers here handled it well, stayed with a professional attitude and tried to look as positive and friendly as possible... which would be the reason for my 4 stars.
It looked like there was some kind of special sale. But if you're looking to purchase a puppy here for less than $2000, this is not the place for you. I'm not too sure if it's just southern Florida but the same breeds in other parts of the U.S. are more than half the price that they sell them here (for any breed!) But honestly, before coming here I went to a few other places and the prices were just ridiculously over-priced. Each place, including this one will tell you otherwise, and try to bring up all the reasons for the prices. Either way, the demand for puppies in this part of the country is so high that people (including myself) pay for it regardless.
The facility is pretty small, all puppies looked as if they just didn't have enough space as they possibly should have. After all, they were being sold as if they were Louis Vuitton bags. LOL
They offered financing through other companies that they let you use a computer to see if you qualify, but would be at a super high rate and your monthly payments would end up being more than a brand new car. Not recommended.
The puppy I purchased was a ShiPoo (Shitzu-Poodle mix). He looked happy and healthy, well taken care of. And the person who assisted me was friendly, professional, informative, and patient. The puppy included a bag of dry dog food, and a can of dog food to mix in with it. They also put some type of perfume and a tie on him when he was purchased.
Purchasing process went smoothly and didn't take too long.
A day or two later, you are called by their representatives checking up on how the puppy is doing and if you've made an appointment with any of the list of veterinarians that they affiliate with.
The $3,300 ShiPoo puppy came with his first round of four vaccines that are recommended. I took the puppy to Hialeah Animal Clinic and Forever Love Puppies only covered a very minimal amount(approx $40-the actual cost of just the visit and some check-up) of the $120 total. And only for this time... as the puppy will eventually need two more rounds of vaccines. So, be prepared to spend more even after purchasing your puppy.
In all, Forever Love Puppies did well. But in my opinion the cost was not justified and the location...
Read moreWe have owned our Cockalier pup now for almost three years and we did purchase him at Forever Love Puppies at their Pembroke Pines location. He was the last puppy left from the litter and was a bit older....just about 15 weeks old. Still, he was in great shape, well fed and in perfect health. He is the love of our life and we're so glad we found him. I loved the website and the overall store was neat, clean, sanitary and they also very attentive about the cleanliness of where the puppies were kept. The salespeople were kind and informative. They showed us multiple puppies and offered us a chance to play with them and hold them. We kept coming back to this little Cockalier boy. We knew he was the one. Our pup was up to date on all vet care, vaccines and worming for his age. We were given a bag of the food that he was eating, a new collar and leash for him and they trimmed his nails and brushed him down for us before we took him home. All his paperwork and microchip information was 100% accurate and in order. My daughter is also a Veterinarian and came with us when we visited Forever Love so we could be sure the puppies we were seeing were in good health and being cared for properly. She did a little "exam" on the pup we wanted and she assured us that this dog was in good health. Afterward, she also did a full DNA and genetic health panel on him and he was indeed a breed standard Cockalier. He had ZERO problematic genetic health markers...no genetic heart issues, no exercise induced collapse markers and no sign of any skull base deformities that are common in this breed. He is genetically sound. Our dog has been the picture of health and happiness since we got him and he turns three this coming May. Not one single issue and we highly recommend Forver Love Puppies to someone that is looking for a breed specific dog or even a popular mixed breed like we chose, a Cavalier King Charles and English Cocker Spaniel mix. Thank you, Forever Love......it's nice to know that there are conscientious and caring places out there to get the puppy of your dreams! Just take a look at this gorgeous boy in the photos below. He is a...
Read moreDec 2023 my husband and I drove from Miami to Pembroke Pines to see a teddy bear. Unfortunately when we got there she was being pulled because she had an eye infection. So we looked at the other puppies and I fell in love with this girl. Well I was told she is a mini poodle. And well after all the paperwork was complete I was on my way. I took her to the vet they required for her warranty where they didn’t do much. I signed her up for Bandfield and they gave her, her vaccines and did a DNA test. Well here we are with DNA papers in hand and they say she is 51%cocker spaniel, 40%mini poodle wait there’s more, she is also 4%Bishon Frise and 5% golden retriever. AND she has Skeletal Dysplasia 2. So I called the store and they sent me to the warranty company where they then asked for a million papers and a letter that she isn’t fit to sell from my vet. Well this dysplasia is going to affect her with short legs. Nothing more, God willing. So I called the store today to find out more information on how they are going to resolve selling me a “mutt(mixed breed)” for $2700. and they took a message and said they would have another department call me. Listen the workers were all amazing and sweet and she was heathy and well taken care of , but I don’t feel it’s on to sell me “a fake mini poodle” it’s not ok. So now I wait for a resolution. I will update when this gets resolved. But please watch what you buy from this chain. Forever love puppies doesn’t sell you what they say it is. Be careful..
3/14/24 Update: still going back and forth with the warranty company. They are giving me the run around. Store takes no responsibility nor have they at the management company called me back to even express any remorse or anything… really not feeling they care about anything much but ripping people off and making money. (Same puppy/ before and after first groom visit.)
3/21/24 update they offered a $300 credit, which is ridiculous because this would mean I am expected to pay $2400 for a...
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