Wait lists work for me because I don't add every Tom Dick and Harry who fill out application on to mine. People also understand that I do not take an extensive wait list. 7 at the most until I get an xray.... I have only had it happen twice in 13 years of breeding, where people have backed out at 8 weeks old. Most of the time my pups are "spoken" for before the girl is bred..... and I have never taken a deposit either. Getting a pup from me is about trust and respect, both ways. Before the pups are born I have usually spoken to the buyer multiple times and if they are local we have met. If they should change their mind.... GOOD!! GOOD FOR THE PUPPY!!! Which is what it really is about.