Bay K9 Puppy Shield™: Behavioral Forensic Analysis & Legal Intake
This form is the first step in the Bay K9 consultation process. Its purpose is to gather a comprehensive history of your dog's behavior and your legal/contractual background. By analyzing past events and patterns (forensic analysis), we can assess your current situation, identify your legal exposure, and create a proactive management plan. Please be as detailed and honest as possible.
Full Name
First Name
Last Name
Phone Number
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Please enter a valid phone number.
Email
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example@example.com
Dog's Name
First Name
Last Name
Dog's Breed
Dog's Age
Sex
Male
Female
Other
Spayed/Neutered
Yes
No
Date Acquired
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Month
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Day
Year
Date
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Presenting Complaint / Critical Incident Details
Primary Issue
Aggression Towards People
Aggression Towards Dogs
Public Access Failures (Barking, Lunging)
Severe Fear, Anxiety, or Phobias
Contract Dispute (Breeder/Trainer)
Handler Liability Concerns
Other
Most Recent/Serious Incident
Date & Time of Incident
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Month
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Day
Year
Date
Location of Incident
Describe the Environment
The Trigger
The Behavior
The Consequence
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Behavioral Forensic Analysis (History & Patterns)
Has your dog ever shown aggression towards a person?
Yes
No
Has your dog ever shown aggression towards another animal?
Yes
No
Triggers
Strangers approaching
Children
Men
Women
People in uniform / wearing hats
Other dogs on leash
Other dogs off leash
Near food bowl or toys (Resource Guarding)
When startled or touched unexpectedly
No obvious trigger
First Occurrence
Frequency in last 6 months
Increased Significantly
Increased Slightly
Stayed the Same
Decreased
Typical behavior in busy store (Scale 1–10)
Behaviors in public
Pacing or panting excessively
Whining or barking
Inability to settle/lie down
Pulling towards people or merchandise
Fearful reactions (tucking tail, trying to hide)
Do issues interfere with trained tasks?
Yes
No
Other
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Legal & Contractual Background
Source of Dog
Breeder
Rescue-Shelter
Program
Rehomed
Written contract signed?
Yes
No
Other
Seller guaranteed service dog success?
Yes
No
Contract/seller offered "Certification/Registration"?
Yes
No
Contract had "As-Is" clause or waived Puppy Lemon Law?
Yes
No
Who trained the dog?
Self-Trained
Professional Trainer
Program
Trainer’s Name/Organization
Written contract with trainer?
Yes
No
Ever asked to leave a business due to dog’s behavior?
Yes
No
Formal complaint filed?
Yes
No
Pending legal issue/dispute?
Yes
No
If yes, provide summary
Primary Goal
Create safety and management plan
Assess service work suitability (washout assessment)
Understand legal liability & mitigate risk
Resolve breeder/trainer dispute
By signing below, I affirm that the information provided in this form is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any behavior involving aggression poses a significant public safety risk and legal liability. I acknowledge that the purpose of this consultation is to gain clarity and create a responsible path forward for myself and my dog.
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Date
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Please verify that you are human
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