Puppy Questionnaire
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PUPPY QUESTIONNAIRE


 E-Mail Address
Name

Address
City

State (USA only)
Zip

Phone
Country



Number in family and ages of children:



Other pets (type and age):



Have you owned a dog before?
How long did you have the dog?




What happened to the dog?




What breed was the dog?



Have you ever taken a dog to the shelter or rescue?


If yes, what were the circumstances?



Please talk briefly about your experience with dogs. Have you ever competed with dogs?
Have you ever owned a therapy dog? What is your level of training experience?



Why do you feel a Portuguese Water Dog is the right breed for you?



Do you (both) work outside the home?

What is the longest (# hours) that the dog will be left alone?


Please explain



How much time per day per week can you commit to the dog for feeding,
walking, exercise, playing, training, socializing, grooming, etc. (Area provided for comments)



How do other members of the family feel about getting a PWD puppy/dog?



How will you housebreak (potty-train) the puppy?
And when do you anticipate that the puppy will completely understand



Do you live in a house or apartment?

If you rent, does your lease permit a dog?
Are there size restrictions?



Do you have a fenced area? If yes, Size? Height?


If no, how and where will you provide enough exercise for your pet?
Will you take the dog out on lead every time a potty break is needed?



Will your puppy be inside or outside when you are away?

Will your puppy be confined when you are not with him/her?



Do you know who will be responsible for:
Housebreaking?
Feeding?
Grooming?
Vet appointments?
Training?
Walking/exercise?
Socializing?
Cost of owning?



What do you anticipate the cost of ownership, feeding, training,
grooming and health care will cost annually for this dog?



Are you prepared financially for this cost?

And to financially insure the dog and/or deal with emergency medical costs?



Do you have a veterinarian?


If no, it is time to begin the search for a veterinarian that you are comfortable with. Remember just as with your own health, you will know and understand changes in your dog's health better than anyone, and must accept responsibility to ensure appropriate care.

Vet Name

Address

City

State

Zip



Are you willing to take your puppy to Puppy Kindergarten socialization classes?


If no, why not?



Do you know of a humane dog training facility near you?



Will you take your dog through basic obedience training at a minimum?


If no, why not?



Do you know what the Canine Good Citizen is?

Do you plan to work with your dog in therapy work?



Do you plan to compete with your dog, or would you like information about?

Conformation (show)

Obedience

Rally obedience

Agility

Water Work

Tracking

Flyball

AirDog (Docker Dogs)

Other



What if you must move to a residence that does not allow pets?



What will you do if your dog is missing?



What will you do if your dog becomes aggressive?



Are you familiar with AKC?

What does AKC mean to you?



Do you belong to any local, regional, or national dog-affiliated or training clubs?


If yes, please list



If circumstances rendered you unable or unwilling to keep and/or care for this dog properly, would you agree to return it to the breeder?


If no, why not?



Are you interested in a male or female?

Do you prefer a wavy or curly coat?



Other information, comments, concerns



My family is interested in a Portuguese Water Dog and understand the long-term commitment for care and training of this animal. Please consider us for an ClasSea Portuguese Water Dog.



Note: This form must be complete. Incomplete forms will not be considered.