Last Updated on May 29, 2026 by Kim Crawmer, KPA CTP, LFDM
You Know What You Want. Here's How to Secure It.
Everything we discussed on our call comes down to this one step.
Your Reservation — Here's Exactly What to Pay
Your unique needs and wishes for a Maremma determine which step you're at. We've discussed this on our call, but here's a quick reference:
Not sure which option applies to you? Start with the Master Reservation Fee. It holds your place in line for any dog from our program — any age, any litter — and you can decide the specifics later. When the right dog comes along, we'll figure it out together.
The fee is $500 per dog, so if you're planning on two, just add two at checkout.
If we discussed joining the Master Reservation List — you're not tied to a specific litter yet and want flexibility on timing — your next step is the $500 Master Reservation Fee.
This holds your chronological place in line for any future puppy, adolescent, or adult from our program. When a litter is born and you're ready to commit to it, a second $500 Litter Commitment Payment locks your specific spot — bringing your total reservation investment to $1,000, all applied toward your purchase price. No litter, no dog, and no date is held without a paid reservation. The earlier you pay, the higher your place in line.
Processing fee of 2.9% + $0.30 is added at checkout. Total at checkout: $514.80.
If we discussed a specific litter that is already announced and open — your next step is a single $1,000 Litter Reservation, which combines both steps into one and locks your spot on that specific litter now.
Processing fee added at checkout.
If you're purchasing an available dog who is already 12 weeks or older — full payment is required to hold. These dogs remain available to other buyers until payment in full is received.
*Adult/adolescent prices vary — if your dog has a custom price, I'll send you a direct link.
📌 One fee per dog. Reserving two dogs? Add quantity 2 at checkout. Each fee holds one spot and applies toward one dog's purchase price.
Pay $500 Master Reservation Fee → Total at checkout: $514.80 (includes 2.9% + $0.30 processing fee)
Pay $1,000 Litter Reservation → Processing fee added at checkout.
Pay in Full — $3,500 → Processing fee added at checkout.
Here's What You Just Signed Up For
The moment your payment confirms, something shifts. You're no longer researching, comparing, or wondering if this is the right move. That part is done. What comes next is the fun part — and you won't be doing any of it alone.
You'll hear from me personally within one business day. From that point on, you have direct access to me while you prepare — questions about your setup, your fencing, your livestock integration plan, your timeline. Whatever comes up. I've walked hundreds of families through exactly this process, and I'll walk you through it too.
The Master Reservation List isn't a queue you sit in and wait. It's the beginning of our working relationship. Your dog isn't home yet, but the partnership has already started.
Everything you did to get here — the research, the call, the decision — that was the hard part. Everything from here is the exciting part.
What Our Families Say
Hannah - Washington - Tofu & Toothpaste - 2022
Cristi - Indiana - Daxo - 2022
"Knowing what I know now, going through the experience of having a dog that just didn't fit our lifestyle is so exhausting AND costly. Our boy literally came as a Plug-N-Play model — Kim listened to our wishlist and understood our needs. Will we go anywhere else for our third attempt? Absolutely not." — Christine Kendrick, Google Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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A Quick Note About Availability
I'm always talking to multiple families about the same dogs at the same time — that's just the reality of a program with more interest than availability. The only thing that holds a dog is a paid reservation. Not a phone call, not a text saying you want her, not a great conversation. Payment.
If you're still sorting out a question before you pay, I'm easy to reach — just text or email me and I'll get back to you quickly. But please don't wait too long. The dog you discussed with me today may not be available tomorrow.
