PUPPY  QUESTIONNAIRE

Please return to me @rr4mylife@gmail.com

Thank you for your interest in a Chioke Rhodesian Ridgeback. At Chioke Rhodesians we choose our puppies’ homes carefully.  Rhodesian Ridgebacks are appealing because of there striking physical appearance, however, like all purebred dogs, they have certain traits that may not be appropriate for every owner.  Because of their size, strength, and naturally protective nature, they are not for everyone.  Please understand that we want to make sure that you get the dog that’s right for you, your family, and your lifestyle.  That’s the purpose of this questionnaire.
The completion of this questionnaire does in no way guarantee you will be approved for a Chioke Rhodesian puppy.  This is meant merely as the beginning of a dialogue between you and I.
  Thank you for your time and interest in our puppies.

Please copy and paste the following questionnaire into a email back to me or fill out my contact page and I will send it to you.
Full name:
Street Address: 
City/State/Zip: 
Home Phone: 
Other Phone: 
Email Address:    

 

Where did you hear about Chioke Rhodesian Ridgebacks? 
 

Do you own a dog now or have you in the past?  What breed?  What happened to those dogs?

Have you ever surrendered a dog to a shelter or rescue organization?  If so what we’re the circumstance’s?

Have you ever sold or given one of your dogs away?  What was the reason?

Where does or will your dog sleep? 

Are you interested in a male or female?

Do you have a size preference?

Do you have a coat/nose color preference?

Would you agree to return the dog to the breeder if you can no longer keep him/her???

Which of the following is your reason for wanting to own a Ridgeback? 
(  check one or more  )
Showing/Breeding
Family Pet
Competitive Obedience
Lure Coursing/Racing
Agility
Hunting
Protection
Other:

Give ages of any children in your home. 

 Do you have a cat or other pet in your home?
 
Ridgebacks, like all dogs, require a certain amount of training and exercise in order for them to be happy companions.   Have you ever attended an obedience or socialization class with a dog? 

Are you able to devote the time necessary to training and socializing your puppy in order for him/her to be a good canine citizen? 
 

Tell us about where you live…Apartment, Townhouse, Single Family Home

Do you rent or own your home?

If you rent, are large dogs allowed?

Do you have a fenced yard? 

If so, describe type and height of fence, size of yard.


Do you understand that all puppies have the potential of causing damage to landscaping, furniture, and clothing if not properly supervised?
 

What plans do you have for your new puppy’s care while you are at work?


If you go on vacation, will the dog go with you?  If not, who will take care of the dog while you’re gone?

Please tell us a little about yourself, your family and your lifestyle.

 Please also tell us why you are interested in owning a Ridgeback and why your home would be a great place for a Chioke puppy?