If you are considering welcoming a puppy from Pine Tree Hill Farms, please complete our puppy application form. We ask that you answer the questions thoughtfully and honestly — there are no right or wrong answers. The purpose of the application is simply to help us understand your home, lifestyle, and expectations so we can match each puppy with the most suitable family.
Our application process may include additional conversations or screening to ensure the best possible placement for both the puppy and their future home.
Puppy Pricing & Placement
Puppies from our program are currently priced at *$2,500 NZD (plus GST)**.
Puppies are carefully matched to their homes at approximately seven weeks of age, following temperament testing. Placement decisions are made based on the individual temperament of each puppy and the lifestyle, goals, and experience of the applicant.
For this reason, puppies are not placed on a first-come, first-served basis.
To help protect families from online scams, Pine Tree Hill Farms does not accept deposits, holds, or payments until puppies have passed their veterinary wellness examinations and have been formally matched with their new homes.
Optional Head Start Training Program
Families also have the option to have their puppy remain with us for additional weeks through our Head Start Training Program, which continues the early development introduced through the Pine Tree Hill Puppy Curriculum™.
During this time, puppies continue building foundational communication skills and calm behavioural habits within the stability of their familiar environment.
Participation in the Head Start Training Program is offered after puppies have been matched with their families, and availability is limited due to the one-on-one time required for training.
Families who choose this option often welcome home a puppy who is already familiar with routines and beginning to understand early guidance.
Visits & Collection
Approved applicants are welcome to visit the puppies at a scheduled time once they reach the appropriate age.
For families located in the South Island, puppies can be transported by air in an approved animal cargo crate. Our nearest airport for this service is Rotorua International Airport. Flight arrangements must be organised directly with your chosen transport provider.
A helpful starting point is 4 Paws Travel – Pet Air Travel Brokers.
Please note that an additional transport fee applies if we are required to deliver your puppy to the airport.
Wait Times
Wait times can vary depending on upcoming litters and the number of approved applicants on our waitlist. We are continually working to streamline our application review process.
If you are interested in a current or upcoming litter, you are welcome to contact us for updates regarding your application.
For further details, please review our Policies & Information page.
*All puppy prices are exclusive of GST (15%) and subject to change.
