Bringing Your New Family Member Home Safely

At Hilltop Jack Russell Puppies, we understand that bringing home your new puppy is an exciting milestone. We’re committed to making the journey as safe, stress-free, and smooth as possible—whether you’re picking up locally or live across the country.

Local Pickup (Preferred & Encouraged)

We warmly welcome you to visit our hilltop farm to meet your puppy in person and take them home yourself.

What to Expect:

• Schedule a pickup appointment once your puppy is ready (typically 8–10 weeks of age)

• Meet our breeding family, see where your puppy was raised, and ask any final questions

• Receive your puppy’s health records, starter kit, and transition instructions

Location: We’ll provide exact address upon scheduling.

Ground Transport / Meet-Up Options

For families within driving distance, we’re happy to arrange a safe, stress-free meet-up.

• We can travel to a mutually convenient halfway location (typically within 4–6 hours of our farm)

• Your puppy will travel in a climate-controlled vehicle with frequent comfort stops

• We’ll coordinate timing and location directly with you

Cost: Varies by distance – please contact us for a quote.

Flight Nanny Service (USA Only)

For families farther away, we offer professional flight nanny service. Your puppy travels safely in the cabin with an experienced handler—never in cargo.

What’s Included:

• Door-to-door handling from our farm to your home

• Climate-controlled cabin travel (in-cabin with the nanny, not cargo)

• All required travel documentation and health certificate

• Comfort breaks, feeding, and care throughout the journey

• Regular updates and photos along the way

• Meet-and-greet at your local airport

Cost: Typically ranges from $200–$650 depending on your location. Contact us for an exact quote.

Ground Shipping (USDA-Licensed Transport)

We also partner with USDA-licensed and IPATA-accredited animal transport companies for safe, professional ground shipping.

• Climate-controlled vehicles

• Direct door-to-door delivery

• Live tracking and updates provided

• Comfortable crate with familiar-scented blanket included

Cost: Varies by distance – please inquire for details.

Health & Travel Preparation

Before any puppy travels, we ensure they are:

Examined by a licensed veterinarian within 10 days of travel
Issued a USDA-approved Interstate Health Certificate
Up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccinations and deworming
Microchipped and registered
Comfortable with their travel crate (acclimated in advance)

Your puppy will travel with:

• A soft blanket carrying the scent of their mom and littermates

• A small supply of their current food

• Health records and travel documents

• Instructions for the first few days at home

What’s Included in Your Puppy’s Go-Home Package

• AKC registration papers (limited registration for pet homes)

• Comprehensive health record and vaccination history

• Microchip information

• 30-day complementary pet health insurance

• Starter food pack

• Blanket with familiar scents

• Lifetime breeder support

Important Information

Age Requirement: Puppies leave for their new homes between 8–10 weeks of age, depending on individual development and veterinary clearance.

Weather Policy: For the safety of your puppy, we may delay travel during extreme heat or cold. We’ll communicate openly and work with you to reschedule.

Delivery Area: We currently ship within the continental United States only. Please contact us for special arrangements or exceptions.

Questions?

We’re here to help! If you have any questions about shipping, delivery, or pickup options, please reach out.

We’ll work with you to ensure your new family member arrives safely, comfortably, and ready to start their new life with you.