Resolve Border Collies Puppy Application

Resolve Border Collies Puppy Application
Thank you for your intrest in Resolve Border Collies. We pride ourselves on producing confident and stable dogs that can be used in multiple dog sports. Our goal through our extensive vetting process is to correctly match the right puppy with his or her family. Please provide as much information as possible to aid in our decision. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Filling out an application does not guarantee approval for a puppy. Once approved a $200 non-refundable deposit is required. If for some reason your situation changes the deposit does transfer to future litters.
Applicant Information
Your full name:*
Your age:*
Street Address:*
City, State, Zip*
Home Phone:*

Area CodePhone Number
Work Phone:

Area CodePhone Number
Cell Phone:

Area CodePhone Number
E-mail:
Employer:
Character reference and phone number:*
Character reference and phone number:*
Character reference and phone number:*
How did you find out about Resolve Border Collies?*

FriendFacebookFriend/Family MemberOther websiteOther
Household Information
Are all members of your household in agreement with the purchase of a new puppy?*

YesNoDon't Know
Who will be the pet's primary caregiver?*
Do you live in a*

HouseApartmentCondoMobile HomeOther
Do you own or rent?*

OwnRent
If rent, provide name and phone number of landlord:
Does your landlord allow dogs?

YesNo
Are there any restrictions from your landlord or subdivision?*

Number of petsSize or weight restrictionsBreed restrictionsNone
Do you have a fully fenced yard?*

YesNo
Height and type of fence
Do you have any of the following?

Underground fenceKennelDog Run
How many adults are in your household?*
How many children are in your household?*
If children, what are their ages?
Have your children been around animals before?

YesNo
Does anyone in your home have allergies to dogs or have asthma?*

YesNo
Current/Previous Pet Information
List any pets you own or have owned in the past five years, and their ages*
How many of these pets are spayed/neutered?*
Where are these animals now?
Have you adopted from an animal welfare group before?*

YesNo
If yes, what group?
Have you ever given up a pet?*

YesNo
If yes, what were the circumstances?
Please provide the name and phone number of your current and/or previous veterinarian or clinic:*
What type of flea/tick prevention do you use and how often do you apply?*
What type of heartworm prevention do you use and how often?*
New Pet Information
What type of personality do you want your pet to have? (i.e. calm, energetic, protective, couch-potato)*
Are you aware of crate training?*

YesNo
Have you ever house-broken a dog or puppy before?*

YesNo
If the dog has an "accident" in your home, what type of correction do you plan to use?*
How many hours each day will your new pet be home alone?*
Where will your new pet sleep at night?*
How will you supervise the dog's outdoor activity?*
Where will your new dog stay when nobody is home?*
What length of time will you allow your new pet to adjust to his new home?*
Are you willing to work through your new pet's issues, if any?*

YesNo
Are you aware that a new environment is stressful for your pet, and they may exhibit uncharacteristic behavior?*

YesNo
Do you understand that a dog can be an 18 year commitment, and can cost $1000 or more per year to care for?*

YesNo
What type of dog food do you plan on feeding a new puppy.
Do you plan to take an obedience class with your dog?*

YesNoNot sure
If yes, where?
Are you aware that a herding breed dog takes up two years and often longer to mature? Is this something you're prepared for?*

YesNo
What circumstances would lead you to give up your new dog?*
If you had to give up your dog, what would you do with him/her?*
I understand that I assume full responsibility for the welfare of this pet from the date of purchase.
What type of activities do you plan to do with your new pup*

ConformationHerdingAgility/FlyballDiscObedience/RallyOther
If you have competed in dog sports previously please tell us which ones and to what success.*
What if any formal training have you had in regards to behavioral or sport.*
Please tell us about a past triumph you may have had with a dog in the past. Doesn't need to be a sport case*
What kind of training do you believe a border collie should have?*

Very little, They are smart dogs and can figure it out on their own in due time.Firm but fair, Border collies need structure and direction.Border collies need to be controlledOther
Please describe a typical weekend day.*
Please describe a typical week day.*
What do you plan to do with your dog if you travel?*
Do you understand that the American Border Collie Association registry prohibits conformation*

YESNO
What made you settle on the idea of getting a border collie puppy*
Border collies are extremely intelligent and have a tremendous need to work. Because of this they are among some of the most surrendered breeds in the shelters.*

TrueFalse
Due to the border collies need for physical and mental stimulation its safe to say that "Border collies aren't a dog, they are a lifestyle"*

TrueFalse
Do you plan on breeding. If so please tell us what you know about genetic testing and/or any other type testing required before breeding a dog.
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Resolve Border Collies Puppy Application

Applicant Information

Household Information

Current/Previous Pet Information

New Pet Information