Solas Goldens

7509 SE 79th Lane

Trenton Florida 32693

Application For Prospective Puppy Owner

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How did you learn about us.

Why have you decided to purchase a Golden Retriever?

In what month are you hoping to get your puppy?

Have you owned a dog/dogs before?

What became of it/them?

Do you prefer a male female Why?

For what purpose(s) are you purchasing a Golden Retriever? Please check all that apply Companion Obedience Show Field Agility Hunting Breeding

Do you have children? If yes, what are their ages?

Do all family members want a new puppy?

Do any family members have allergies to puppies/dogs?

Are you aware that Golden Retrievers are medium-sized dogs (55 - 80 lbs.), and that they often have thick coats and shed?

Please describe the conditions where your Golden will live (Inside/outside/yard/apartment/etc.):

Who will train the puppy?

If you are not familiar with dog training, will you take your puppy to puppy kindergarten or obedience school?

Will your puppy be alone during the day? If so, how long?

Who will be primarily responsible for the care of the puppy?

Do you plan to spay/neuter this dog? If not, why?

Name, address, phone number of your veterinarian:

Have you ever given a dog to another home or to a shelter?______If so, why?

How would you describe your lifestyle?

What type of recreation do you enjoy?

How do you usually spend your vacations?

How would the puppy be cared for when you are away?

How would you describe the ideal Golden Retriever temperament?

Is there a particular "look" that you prefer in a Golden (e.g., size, color, structure).

Are you willing to maintain contact with your breeder throughout your puppy's life regarding personality development, training, health problems, sharing photos if possible?

Are you aware that Golden retrievers have a number of health concerns (hips, eyes, hearts, cancer, etc..) and although breeders try to produce healthy Goldens with wonderful temperaments, in each case there are environmental factors beyond the breeder's control that influence the final outcome in each individual Golden?

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