DESE
Curly-Coated Retriever
Puppy
Questionnaire
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This questionnaire is designed to help us get to know you better so we can
do a good job of matching puppies and owners. There are no “right” or “wrong”
answers. The goal is to get a fix on what type of dog would fit best with your
personality and lifestyle. The more you
elaborate, the better the match can be. Every puppy is a living, breathing, feeling
creature. While he or she is shaped in part by genetic influences, a puppy is
shaped to an even larger degree by the environment he grows up in. We give
puppies the very best head start that selective genetics, careful nurturing,
and proper socialization can give—the rest is up to you. You will control the
quality of life for this dog for the rest of his/her life; that’s a big
responsibility. It can also be one of the most rewarding experiences you will
ever have. We will always be available for consultation or to help steer you in
the right direction to get any help you need.
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How did you become
aware of Curly-Coated Retrievers?
Why have you
decided to get a Curly?
How did you hear
about DESE Curlies?
What breeds of dogs
have you owned in the past?
Have you ever bred
a dog or dogs before? If yes please
elaborate.
Do you currently
own any other pets? If yes please tell us
about them.
Do you prefer a
male or a female? Why?
If your first
choice (male or female) is not available would you be willing to take a
puppy of the opposite gender or would you wait for another litter?
Do you prefer a
black or liver colored Curly?
Do you understand and agree
that matching the puppy to the correct family is of utmost importance? Though we try to involve the new owner in the
selection process as much as possible, the final decision of placement of each
puppy is the responsibility of the breeder.
What type of
personality are you looking for? (Example: couch potato, middle of the road,
very active, independent, etc.) Please
be as detailed as possible.
Are you looking for
a:
young puppy_____ older puppy______ older
dog _______ rescue__________
What are your
interests in a Curly (please check all that apply):
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Family Companion |
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Show dog |
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Breeding Prospect |
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Obedience Competition |
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Hunting
field work |
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Agility |
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Flyball |
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Pet Therapy |
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Other:
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Have you completed
any AKC titles on other dogs? If so please describe.
Are the other
family members in agreement to getting a new puppy/dog?
Describe your family;
ages of children and their personalities, etc.
Please describe you
home, yard and neighborhood
If you rent have
you checked with your landlord about getting a dog and are you willing and able
to furnish a statement of approval from your landlord?
Is your yard
completely fenced with secure fencing?__________ If not would you be
willing to do so before bringing home a new puppy/dog or build a secure run for
the puppy/dog to be in when not being safely supervised for its safety?
What do you (and
spouse) do for a living?
How many hours each
day will you be able to spend with your Curly puppy?
How will you be
housing your Curly puppy?
Where would the
puppy or dog be housed during the day if no one is home?
Have you thought
about how you will housebreak your new puppy? And, are you familiar with crate training?
Who will keep your
puppy when you are on vacation?
Will you be willing
to attend a basic obedience class in your area?
Do you have a
veterinarian? _______ If Yes, their
name and phone number please.
When this puppy is secured
as a family companion and is not going to be bred, do you agree to have it
spayed or neutered by 12 months of age and submit a veterinarian
certificate to DESE as proof of surgery for our records?
Have you considered that the
Curly-Coated Retriever is well-known to have a very long puppy period (up to or
beyond 2 years) and requires a great deal of attention and activity?
What is usually a good time
to call you; day or night; weekday or
weekend
Now that you
are on our waiting list of potential families, please make sure to let us know
if you should get a puppy or change your mind so our waiting list will be
current.
DESE Curlies
sonia@desecurlies.com
302 629-3158