Puppy Questoinnaire

Shorewind Border Collie Puppy Questionnaire

Please answer the questions below to help us make the best decision for the placement of our puppies

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Name *

First

Last

Address *

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City

State

Zip Code

Country

Phone Number *

Email *

Profession *

Birthdate *

What type of lifestyle are you prepared to offer your border collie? *

What is your previous experience with border collies? *

Are there any other pets in your home? Please describe *

Do you prefer male or female and why? *

Have you owned other dogs before? Tell me why you think a border collie would be a good fit for you. *

Are children in your home? If yes, what age? *

Do you plan to breed your puppy? *

Are you financially prepared not only for the price of the puppy, but veterinarian care, cost of premium dog food, training classes, emergency surgeries etc? *

What type of temperament are you looking for? What did you like and dislike about the temperament of dogs you've had in the past? *

When would you like to bring the new puppy into your home? *

Are you able to take time off to spend with your new puppy when you he arrives? *

Please select the best answer from each question below

When potty training your puppy. You should: *

Keep him confined where you can watch him Let him explore your house Use potty pads

If your dog is pulling when you're on a walk. Would you: *

Shorten your leash to for better control Quickly change your direction Allow him more leash to explore

If your puppy begins play biting. Would you? *

Ignore it. That's what puppies do. Give him a firm "No" and a consequence Redirect him

When you notice your puppy has had an accident while you weren't watching. You should: *

Shove his nose in it Clean it up and ignore it Scold him and take him outside

If your puppy is chewing something he shouldn't. You should: *

Yell at him Tell him no and offer something appropriate Ignore him. He will figure it out

Have you read the book "Let Dogs Be Dogs" by the Monks of New Skete to prepare yourself to be the best dog owner you can be? *

References: Please list two references *