Puppy Inquiry

Full Name *

Street Address *

City *

State/Province *

ZIP / Postal Code *

Country

Email Address *

Phone *

How many adults in household? *

How many children in household? *

Age and gender of each child

Do you own or rent your home? *

Type of dwelling: *

Do you have a complete and secure fenced area/yard suitable for an adult Rhodesian Ridgeback? *

Describe fenced area/yard - type of fence, height, size of area enclosed

Why do you want a Rhodesian Ridgeback? (As opposed to any other breed) *

What purpose and activities are you intending for/with your Ridgeback? *

Companion/family petHiking/running partnerGuard dog/protectionConformation showingPerformance sports - Obedience/rally/tricks, agility, lure coursing, nosework, trackingBreedingOther - Please describe in additional info areaPlease select all that apply

If you have/had a Rhodesian Ridgeback, from where/whom did you acquire the dog(s)? - Please be specific

Any dogs currently living in your home? *

If yes, please list breed, age, gender (and if spayed/neutered):

Any cats currently living in your home? *

Do you own any other animals (exotics, reptiles, birds, chickens, horses, livestock, etc.)? If yes, please describe *

Describe the daily & weekly schedule of adults/household dog care-takers: *

Based on your schedule, describe how puppy care, exercise, socialization and training fit in: *

Have you ever returned a dog to its breeder? *

If yes, please describe circumstances:

Have you ever surrendered a dog to a shelter or rescue group? *

If yes, please describe the circumstances:

Have you ever placed a dog with a private party? *

If yes, please explain circumstances:

Are you willing to use a crate for training/managment purposes? *

Have you researched or decided on training - location, specific classes, particular instructor(s)? *

If you have a plan for training (puppy, adolescent, adult), please share the details:

Do you have a plan for socializing your puppy with other dogs (non-household members)? *

If you have a plan for (non-household member) dog-dog socialization, please share the details:

Do you have a plan for socializing your puppy with people other than household members? *

If you have a plan for socializing your puppy with non-family members, please share the details:

What is your preference for puppy gender?

If you prefer a specific puppy gender, please explain why:

The purchase price of a puppy/dog is just the beginning of financial investment. Have you given informed consideration to the cost of training? Doggy daycare? In-home care? Veterinary care? Good quality food/nutrition? *

Comments/Additional Info - Please share anything you think is important for us to know: