Puppy Application - Joalins Labradoodles

Name *

First Name Last Name

Address *

Street Address

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City State / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Cell Phone *

Area Code Phone Number

Email *

example@example.com

1. Do you prefer a male or female puppy? *

Male Female No preference

2. What is your color preference? (Check any two) *

Red Cream Chocolate Caramel Apricot Black Parti (one of the above plus 50% White) No Preference

3. What is your size preference? (Check all that apply) *

Mini (14-16 inches and 15 to 30 pounds) Small Medium (17-19 inches and between 30 to 35 pounds) Large Medium (20-22 inches and weighing between 35 and 45 pounds) No preference

4. Which is most important to you in your new puppy? (check one) *

Size Gender Color I am fine with any Seven Hills puppy that is matched to me and my family

5. When are you looking to bring a puppy into your home? *

Now Next available litter Next year

6. Describe your perfect Seven Hills puppy and the adult dog it will grow into. Include the characteristics/temperament you would like. For example, you might say . . . . I really want a lap dog to lay on the couch with me and watch TV; I want a dog I can take on vacation with me and travel long distances by car or plane; I want a dog that will like to take walks with me; I look forward to swimming with my dog; I like to jog 3 miles each day and would like my dog to jog with me; I want to be able to play catch with my dog; I would like a dog that is smart enough to learn to do tricks; I’d like an independent dog that can entertain itself; My child is on the autism spectrum and I want a dog that will cuddle with her when she gets home from school to help her remain calm; I want to be able to take my dog out on a boat with me; I want to take my dog to my office so I’d like a social butterfly that has never met a stranger; I want to get training for my dog to be a therapy dog at my kids’ school; etc.; etc. Add anything you can think of that will make your time with your puppy a wonderful experience throughout its life. All of your comments are important and will help us to match a puppy to you and your family. *

7. What energy level are you looking for in your Seven Hills puppy? *

Low-Energy Dogs: Level One - The low-energy dog is your typical couch potato. Because these dogs lie around most of the time, they make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. These dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they’re happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day or playing with toys inside. Low-energy dogs are not typically impressive athletes and do not usually enjoy long walks or jogging. Examples of typical low-energy dogs you might have met include the basset hound, English bulldog, clumber spaniel and pomeranians. Medium-Energy Dogs: Level Two - These dogs are mellow most of the time, but they will have bursts of energy. This dog will need a 20-30 minute walk around the block or playing fetch in the backyard each day and would benefit from longer walks or play times a couple of times each week. A medium-energy dog would also benefit from mental stimulation such as playing with a variety of toys inside or outside in your backyard. Medium-energy dogs typically enjoy socializing and playing games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or running around the house, but they’ll calm down fairly naturally after 5 - 10 minutes without a ton of encouragement from you. This dog is great for a family with kids who will run around and play with him, go to soccer games, etc. or for a family or individual with an active or semi-active lifestyle. Examples of typical medium-energy dogs you might have met include the Boston terrier, cocker spaniel, French bulldog, Labrador retriever and the dachshund. High-Energy Dogs: Level Three - If you want a dog that would make a great jogging or hiking partner or one that will play fetch or other games with you for as long as you can play, the high-energy dog might be the best pick for you. High-energy dogs are always raring to go; they can play all day and night. You’ve got to dedicate time to making sure these dogs get plenty of mental and physical exercise—if you don’t, all that pent-up energy may lead to destructive behaviors. You will need to provide a variety of toys (Kongs, Kong wobblers, plush squeaky toys, antlers, etc.), especially when this high energy dog is left alone. These dogs usually have a tail that wags at a hundred miles an hour. They may stare at you enthusiastically as though they’re saying, “Let’s play!” Dogs with this level of energy may not be the best choice for families with small children as its running and jumping might be too much and scare a child or unintentionally knock the child over. Examples of typical high-energy dogs you might have met include the border collie, Australian shepherd, boxer, and the Siberian husky.

8. Do you own or rent your home? *

Own Rent

8a. If Renting does your landlord and/or rental agreement do not allow dogs in your home, please explain in detail how you will be able to have a puppy in your home.

9. Do you have a fenced in yard? *

Yes No

9a. If No, If you don’t have a fenced in yard, how do you plan to potty your puppy and give your puppy space to play and exercise outside multiple times each day?

10. Does any adult living in your home who will be taking care of your puppy normally stay at home all day, every day? *

Yes No

10a. If Yes, Will this person be staying at home permanently or is this a temporary situation?

10b. If no, approximately how many hours will your puppy be alone each day?

11. Please remember that puppies do not do well if left alone for long periods of time. They will need to go potty every hour or two for 3-6 months after you bring your puppy home and they need the attention, comfort, and training from their family for the rest of their life. If your puppy will be left alone for more than 2 hours at a time, what is your plan to care for your puppy while you are away? How will your puppy go out to potty, play and interact with people while you are gone? *

12. Have you ever owned a dog before? *

Yes No

12a. If Yes, Tell me about your current or previous dogs: what traits/characteristics did you like about them, what did you not like, what did they do that annoyed you, what made you laugh?

12b. If No, Your answer does not exclude you from getting a Seven Hills puppy, but if you have not owned a dog before, please explain in more detail how you will learn to successfully raise and train your puppy before you bring that puppy home.

13. What is you and/or your family’s experience level with raising and training a new puppy? *

None Moderate Very Experienced

13a. If None, Your answer does not exclude you from getting a Seven Hills puppy, but if you have no experience, please explain in more detail how to plan to successfully raise and train your puppy after you bring it home.

14. Have you ever had to surrender a dog before to a shelter, rescue group, etc.? *

Yes No

14a. If yes, please explain the circumstances that resulted in you surrendering your dog.

15. Do you currently have any other pets? *

Yes No

15a. What type?

16. Do you have children under 8, adults over 75 or individuals with disabilities in your home? *

Yes No

16a. If Yes, Often young children, older individuals and individuals with disabilities struggle when they have to deal with a new puppy jumping up on them, puppy nipping and puppy chewing as is common during the first several months after you bring a puppy home. Puppies are rambunctious and families with young children, older individuals, and individuals with disabilities many times have trouble finding the time to train and take care of their new puppy and take care of their family at the same time. What is your plan for successfully raising a new puppy within your home with your circumstances?

16b. What is the age(s) of your children and what can you tell me about your children to help Seven Hills make a better match between your family and a Seven Hills puppy.

17. Are you aware of the time and energy needed to care for and train a new puppy until they are an adult (about the age of 2 years) and then throughout their lifetime and are you and your family prepared to accept that responsibility? *

Yes No

17a. If you answered “no”, please explain in more detail

18. Will the cost of caring for and training a puppy fit comfortably in your current budget? Costs over the dog’s lifetime will include at least annual vet visits after the multiple puppy visits, vaccinations, grooming every 6 weeks or so, good quality puppy/dog food, toys, heartworm preventative, etc. *

Yes No

18a. If you answered “no” please explain in more detail.

19. How active is your lifestyle? *

Active Somewhat Active Quiet

20. Do you understand the importance of puppy training and will you commit to obtaining early puppy training for your Seven Hills puppy? *

Yes No

20a. Please explain your "no" answer in more detail.

21. Do you have any special needs or considerations that we need to know about so we can match the right puppy to you? For example, will this puppy be trained as a therapy/emotional support/service dog, does someone in your family have dog allergies or asthma, does someone in your family use a walker or wheelchair, etc. *

Yes No

21a. If Yes, Please explain in more detail

22. MOST IMPORTANT - What else you can share about yourself, your family and your lifestyle that will help Seven Hills select the right puppy for you? Include the types of activities you plan to be doing with your new puppy if not already included in your answer to the “perfect puppy” question above. *

23. How did you hear about us? *

Internet search Facebook Referral

23a. If a Referral, Who referred you?

24. All of the information and answers to questions that I have provided within this application are complete, true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. *

I agree I disagree

25. I understand that Seven Hills will select and match each puppy to each family that has placed a reservation fee based on several factors. Those factors include the order in which Seven Hills receives the reservation fees for each litter, the puppies’ personalities and temperament and energy level, the lifestyle of each family, and other answers I have provided on this application. I also understand that other factors, such as being a past Seven Hills puppy buyer, may be considered. If I am not satisfied with the puppy selected for me by Seven Hills, I may choose to defer my reservation fee to a later litter. *

I agree I disagree

26. I understand that gender, coat color, curly or non-curly coat, and other cosmetic factors will not be a priority when Seven Hills decides which puppy will go to which family. Seven Hills will first look at temperament, energy level and personality when making this decision. *

I agree I disagree

27. I understand that Seven Hills will select prospective breeding dogs first from each litter when the puppies are around 7 weeks of age and after their temperament testing. Those selected puppies will no longer be available for puppy families. *

I agree I disagree

28. I understand that Seven Hills will send my puppy home on a spay/neuter contract. This means that Seven Hills requires that this procedure be performed before the puppy’s 9-month birthday by a qualified veterinarian. I understand that I must have this procedure done and send paperwork from my veterinarian documenting that this procedure has been completed back to Seven Hills. *

I agree I disagree

29. I acknowledge that Seven Hills has the right to return my puppy reservation fee at any time at the discretion of Seven Hills. I understand that if my reservation fee is returned, any and all written, verbal, or implied agreements to sell me a puppy are terminated and no further obligation of any kind exists between me and Seven Hills. *

I agree I disagree

30. I understand that once my puppy application is approved and I choose to go forward with buying a puppy from Seven Hills, I will be asked to submit a $500 reservation fee to hold my placement on a Seven Hills reservation list. I further understand that my $500 reservation fee will be applied toward the total cost of my Seven Hills puppy and is non-refundable but may be transferred to a later litter within one year. I acknowledge that if I change my mind and do not buy a puppy from Seven Hills I will forfeit my reservation fee. *

I agree I disagree