Questionnaire | DoubleBarrelGriffons

Prospective Puppy Buyer Questionnaire

As a breeder, my goal is to place each of my puppies in
his or her “forever” home.

Each puppy is an individual. Just as no two children in a
family are identical, no two puppies are exactly alike.
Nor are any two prospective homes the same. During
the first nine weeks of the puppies’ lives, I will be
observing and evaluating their physical and personality
traits. And I will compare my observations to the
information on each questionnaire to try to determine the
most appropriate home for each puppy by matching the
needs of each individual dog to each prospective owner’s
lifestyle.

Therefore, the answers you provide in this questionnaire
are vital in assisting me to match your home with the
right puppy. There are no “right” or “wrong” answers.
Some of the questions may seem personal; however,
candor and honesty are very important—remember, I’m
trusting you for the lifetime of the dog.

First Name

Last Name

Address, City, ST ZIP

Cell Phone

GENERAL INFORMATION

1) Why do you want a dog?

2) Are you acquiring a dog for yourself or for someone else? If for someone else, are they aware of your intentions, or is the dog to be a surprise?

3) If you are married or have a partner, how do they feel about the addition of a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon (WPG)?

4) Do you have children living with you or visiting regularly? If yes, please note ages. How do they feel about the addition of a WPG?

5) Are you prepared to teach any resident or visiting children the proper way to conduct themselves around dogs?

6) Who in your family will be primarily responsible for: daily care of the dog, clean up, training, exercise, vet, and food bills?

7) How would you describe your household activity level? Very quiet, Rather easygoing, Usually something going on, or Lots of activity

8) How did you learn about WPG? Why do you want a WPG?

9) Have you considered other breeds? If yes, what breed(s) and why?

10) For each dog you currently own, please list the following: Name – Breed or mix – Sex – Age – Is pet spayed or neutered?

11) For each dog you have owned in the past 10 years, please list the following: Name – Breed or mix – Sex – Age – Was pet spayed or neutered? – Why do you no longer own the animal? (If deceased, please give age at death and cause of death.)

12) Do you have other pets? If yes, please list.

13) Do you subscribe to, or regularly read, any dog magazines? If yes, please list.

14) Have you read any dog health or training books? If yes, please list, and describe your general thoughts about these books?

15) Have you or anyone in your household ever been charged with animal cruelty or had any animal taken away from you or any member of your household for suspicion of animal cruelty? If yes, please explain.

16) Have you or any person in your household ever been suspended privileges by the American Kennel Club, the United Kennel Club, the Canadian Kennel Club, or any other such club? If yes, please explain.

LIVING ARRANGEMENTS

17) Do you live in: house, apartment, mobile home, condo, or other (describe)

18) In which type of area is your home located? Urban, Suburban, or Rural

19) Are there any dog restrictions or laws in your area? Have you checked into local ordinances in your area pertaining to owning/housing an animal (e.g., leash laws, required vaccinations, dog licenses, etc.)? Are you willing to comply?

20) Do you own your home or are you renting? NOTE: If you rent, a signed letter from your landlord stating that dogs are permitted on his/her property must be received before a puppy will be placed with you. The Breeder reserves the right to contact the landlord before placing any puppy.

21) Please provide your landlord’s contact information: Name, Address, Phone, E-mail

22) Where will the dog spend most of its time? Where will the dog be when you are away? How long each day will the dog be alone? Where will the dog be when you are at home? Where will the dog sleep?

23) Have you ever used a crate in housetraining a puppy or dog? Do you intend to use a crate for this dog?

24) What will you do with the dog when you go on a vacation or travel?

25) In the event of emergency (e.g., hospitalization, natural disaster, etc.), who would take care of your dog?

26) If you have to be away from home for a few days and are unable to take the dog, what arrangements will you make to provide for its care?

27) When you travel with the dog, where will he/she ride?

28) Do you have a fenced yard? If yes, size of yard, type and height of fencing. If no, please explain what arrangements you will provide for housebreaking and for safe and adequate exercise.

29) If you were to move, what would happen to your dog?

YOUR INTERESTS/GOALS

30) Are you interested in a puppy, an older pup, or an adult dog?

31) Do you prefer a male or female?

32) Please describe any physical attributes that are of particular importance to you in the puppy/dog you are seeking at this time?

33) Do you prefer a pet/companion dog or a show/performance dog?

34) Are you prepared to spay/neuter your dog, or are you interested in breeding?

35) What are your goals for your dog? Breeding, Hunting, Conformation/Showing, Obedience, Rally, Agility, Flyball, Therapy, Dog Assistance, Dog Herding, Tracking, SAR, Other (specify)

36) What do you expect of your WPG?

37) Please describe any character attributes that are of particular importance to you in the puppy/dog you are seeking at this time?

38) What do you expect of your dog’s breeder?

YOUR INTERESTS/GOALS

39) Are you aware of the grooming requirements of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, although minimal? Are you prepared to spend the required time grooming him/her?

40) In addition to the normal routine at home, what activities will your WPG have? Walk routinely with a family member, Hunting/Training, Go to classes, Compete in dog shows or performance events, Go to your place of business with you, Travel with you, Be a playmate for your children or pets, Other (specify)

41) Have you ever trained a dog? Attended training classes? If yes, please describe how you trained and what commands were taught.

42) Are you aware of the socialization and training requirements of the WPG (breeder recommends training with a NAVHDA chapter and obedience)?

43) Are you prepared to spend time socializing and training your WPG?

44) How do you intend to obedience train your WPG? On your own? With a club/trainer?

45) Do you belong to any dog or dog sports club(s)? If yes, please list.

46) Have you ever experienced any behavior problems with past or present pets? If yes, how did you handle those problems?

OTHER

47) Are you prepared for the responsibility of caring for this dog for its entire life (10-16 years)?

48) May I or my representative visit your home? If no, why not?

49) Please add any additional information or thoughts that you feel would help me to understand you as a potential WPG owner and the home you can offer the dog.

50) What questions do you have for me?

VETERINARIAN INFORMATION / REFERENCES

51) If you have a veterinarian, please provide contact information below Name, Address, Phone, E-mail

52) Please supply TWO references (dog trainers, WPG owners, friends, neighbors, etc.—not including immediate family) who know you well enough to recommend you as a good dog owner.

By signing this questionnaire, I affirm that all statements made
above are true to the best of my knowledge.

Your Signature

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