MOA Dobermans

[coletteslove]

Does anyone here happen to have a dog from MOA Dobermans in Illinois? I know I made a post a week or so ago asking about breeders in the Southeast but I really clicked with Margarita today when we spoke.

I know she does all her health testing and has been doing this for YEARS so I’m not really asking if she’s ethical or not, everything is great from that aspect, but I’d love to hear if anyone has a dog from her or has met one of her dogs. They’re stunning. If not, I’ll probably reach out again and ask if she has any buyer references.

Lastly, does anyone have any advice as far as traveling a long distance to bring a puppy home? It looks like I’ll be heading out to the Midwest next year! If I end up going with MOA, I’ll probably fly to the Chicago airport and then use a one-way rental car to get back to Georgia with the puppy (10 hour drive). I guess I’m just concerned about making a drive that long with a young puppy and how to navigate taking potty breaks, letting her destress, etc.. I don’t want to stress her out and put her on a plane so fast.

Thanks!

 

[JanS]

I had not heard of MOA but it sounds like they're pretty decent.

Lastly, does anyone have any advice as far as traveling a long distance to bring a puppy home? It looks like I’ll be heading out to the Midwest next year! If I end up going with MOA, I’ll probably fly to the Chicago airport and then use a one-way rental car to get back to Georgia with the puppy (10 hour drive).

That one is tough but I know a few people who flew them in from Serbia. Like I said, we found an excellent transport guy who picks them up at the breeders door and brings them directly to to your door, while taking the pup out to potty and eat along the way.

 

[coletteslove]

I had not heard of MOA but it sounds like they're pretty decent.

That one is tough but I know a few people who flew them in from Serbia. Like I said, we found an excellent transport guy who picks them up at the breeders door and brings them directly to to your door, while taking the pup out to potty and eat along the way.

I’ll definitely have to talk to her about transport options, because I know some breeders really emphasize that YOU the buyer need to pick up the puppy. We didn’t discuss that when we talked today so I’ll be sure to follow up, having a transporter that knows what they’re doing would definitely make this process a lot easier.

But if I do end up having to make the 10 hour drive, I’m sure I can make it work. I’ll just have to stash up on pee pads, puppy/baby wipes, old towels, some toys to chew on, and prepare myself in case she gets carsick. Hopefully I can also get a friend or two to come along with me, one to keep an eye on the puppy in the back, and another one up in the front to switch off driving.

 

[Oh Little Oji]

I traveled nine hours to bring my Dobe, Oji, home.

I consider it a miracle that I happened to have apair of earplugs sitting right there in the console of the car. I had used them in the hotel room the night before. The incessant loud whining and barking that pup made for nine hours was made more tolerable by the earplugs.

We stopped maybe twice for potty breaks at gas stations. He really didn't need to go that much. I set a plastic crate in the car with the door toward me, and I had placed a very large piece of plastic that we happened to have under the crate and spread it out as much as possible. A tarp would do just fine too. For your rental car situation, you might buy a crate and tarp after you get the car. We have a compact car, and the crate did not fit upright.No problem. I turned it on its side.

 

[Ravenbird]

I drove 14 hours to get my puppy. Planned it so we drove 10 hours the first day, got a motel, drove 4 hours to breeders, spend a couple hours there, drove back to the same motel (reserved for 2 nights, so no packing out or packing back in). Puppy spent first night in motel with a few potty trips outside. Next morning packed out early and did the long road trip back. Best thing about driving TO the breeders is spotting all the rest areas, wide places in the road, gas stations, etc. so had a plan for frequent stops. Puppy was 10 weeks old. No accidents in the crate, and she did potty every time we stopped, plus eating and drinking water. There was some whining, but mostly she slept. I'd totally do it again. Here she is first night at the motel and next day at a grassy rest stop:

 

[Two Dobes]

I think if you can get a friend to join you, driving to pick up your pup is a great option. We drove 10 hours to get a few of our dogs, and it is a wonderful bonding experience. We drove the whole time and did not stay in a hotel, but I think the hotel is doable as others have said.
Also, I didn't 'know' Margarita, but saw her many times back when I used to do conformation. She has lovely dogs, but I don't know anyone who has one.

 

[Cp2063]

Hello,
I purchased a female Doberman puppy from Margarita in 2005. She was an amazing dog. I miss her every day. Her temperament around my small children patient and gentle.
My daughter would dress her up and put jewelry on her and she would patiently sit there.
She was healthy, no issues there. Sadly, she was hit by a car in 2011.
I was blessed to have had her.

 

[DD4MSpock]

MOA? "Minute Of Angle" Dobermans? (IYKYK)

 

[Two Dobes]

I also want to add that you would be surprised at how well a young doberman pup does traveling...I have known a few people who drive long distances to get their dobes, and have all had great experiences. It seems these guys trust that you are the 'new' parent, and are all set to experience their new adventures! We never had an issue in the past. Stopping every two hours if it is a 10 week old, just like when potty training....also, they tend to sleep most of the ride at that age, especially if they have a good play session before getting in the car.

 

[MyBuddy]

I also want to add that you would be surprised at how well a young doberman pup does traveling...I have known a few people who drive long distances to get their dobes, and have all had great experiences. It seems these guys trust that you are the 'new' parent, and are all set to experience their new adventures! We never had an issue in the past. Stopping every two hours if it is a 10 week old, just like when potty training....also, they tend to sleep most of the ride at that age, especially if they have a good play session before getting in the car.

This poster has not been back since August of this year. But I was going to say the same thing! When we picked up Annie, it was a 5-hour Drive and she did great! In fact I think she slept on my lap most of the way home. We stopped for a potty break and some water but, yeah she did great. I also agree with having someone else drive with you. It's always easier to have helper. You can't do much when you're trying to drive.