PROSPECTIVE PUPPY OWNER QUESTIONNAIRE

First and Last Name(s):

Address, City & State of Residence:

Phone Number:

E-mail Address:

Number of Children & Ages:

Do you own or rent your home?:

If you rent, do you have your landlord's written permission to keep a large dog?:

Do you have a securely fenced yard? If so, what size?:

Who will be the primary caretaker of the puppy?:

How long will the puppy be alone during the day?:

Where will the puppy stay while you are gone?:

Will the puppy primarily live indoors or outdoors?:

Where will the puppy sleep at night?:

Do you have other pets? If so, what type?:

Have you owned dogs in the past? If so, what happened to them?:

What prompted you to choose a Rhodesian Ridgeback?:

What do you believe are the positive and negative qualities of the Rhodesian Ridgeback breed?:

Have you considered other breeds? If so, which ones?:

Do you have any experience in housebreaking a puppy and/or teaching basic obedience for manners?:

Are you aware that Rhodesian Ridgeback puppies require lots of socialization? How would you do so?:

Would you be willing to take your puppy to a puppy kindergarten or other basic obedience class?:

If yes, is such a class readily available in your area?:

In addition to a family pet, why do you want to own a Ridgeback? Please select all that apply below.:

Show dog? (yes, no or maybe):

Obedience or Rally Obedience? (yes, no or maybe):

Agility? (yes, no or maybe):

Lure Coursing? (yes, no or maybe):

Breeding? (yes, no or maybe):

Other reason not listed? If so, please explain.:

If the puppy is purchased as a pet, would you be willing to spay or neuter at an appropriate age?:

Are you interested in a male or female?:

Are you interested in a black nose or liver nose?:

After acquiring your puppy, would you be interested in joining the national and/or local breed club?:

Are there any additional comments you would like to add?:

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