We appreciate your interest in acquiring a dog from us and would like to know more about you and your family in order to match the best puppy for your lifestyle. With this we want to ensure that our puppies go to a family that is suitable for them, and your family is ready for a long time commitment

that is to own a dog.

Please copy and paste all the questions into an email, answer all questions honestly, there is not right or wrong answers and send this to liz@freshwaterlabs.com or don@freshwaterlabs.com

Contact Info

Name:

Address:

City:                     State:                           Zip:  

Phone  Day:                                             Evening:

email:

Preferences

How did you learn about Freshwater Labs?  

Are you looking for a Labrador or Cavalier ?

What sex are you interested in?   Male          Female        Doesn’t matter

What Color are you interested in?  Yellow    Black   Chocolate      Other_____________  

(Indicate preference order if more than one choice.)

My color/sex preference is very strong  Yes/No        I am somewhat flexible the COLOR/SEX  of the dog are unimportant to me, I just want a healthy, loving pet.

Future plans (mark all that apply): 

_____ Pet     

_____ Hunting   

_____ Breeding    

_____ Conformation Showing

_____ Agility Showing    

_____ Obedience Showing    

_____ Other (please identify) __________________________________________  

All our puppies are sold on AKC Limited Registration and spay/neuter agreements. Do you have a problem with this?  YES/NO

    If Yes, why?   

Are you aware that Labradors are not normally barkers, but they are chewers and diggers especially if left alone for extended periods of time or not exercised daily?            

How do you feel about a dog that sheds (moderate shedding most of the year, heavy during spring and fall)?

Pet Ownership Experience

Have you previously owned a dog? YES / NO

If yes please provide the following for each dog you have owned (attach list if necessary):

- Breed (or prevalent breed if mixed)

- How obtained (purchased, found, given as a gift, adopted, etc.)

- Age when obtained

- What happened to the dog (sold, given to others, lost, died (include cause of death)

What animals do you currently own?

Do you breed dogs now, or have you had experience breeding dogs?

Have you ever given a dog away or taken one to a pound or shelter?         

     If so, what was the circumstance?           

Personal and Family Info

Your occupation:

Work Schedule:

Typical hours per week:

Name of Spouse/Companion:

Occupation of Spouse/Companion:

Work Schedule:

Typical hours per week:

Are there any children living in the home                    Ages

Is there anyone else who will be living with the dog?

Is anyone in your household allergic to dogs?

What activities do you and your family members enjoy in your spare time?

Who will be the primary caregiver of the dog?

How many hours per day would the dog be left alone?

Do the other members of your family also want to get a puppy?

What type of area do you live in?   City             Suburb         Rural

What type of housing?   Apartment                   Condo          House

Do you own or rent your home?   Own            Rent 

If you rent/lease, do you have permission from your landlord to own a dog?  YES/NO

Do you have a fenced yard?  YES/NO

What is the height of fence?  4 feet         5 feet         6 feet          N/A

Describe your fence:  Chain link      Block     Wood     Other

If you don’t have a fence, where and how will the dog be exercised and allowed to eliminate?  

Do you have a swimming pool?                      Is it fenced?  

How are you planning on housing this dog?  (Mark all that apply)

____ Majority inside 

____ Majority outside

____ Kennel run

____ Chaining 

____ Roam free in fenced yard

____ Other describe

The dog's sleeping quarters would be:  Outdoors            Inside the Home

Do you believe in dog crates?   YES/NO

May I come to see your Home?

Additional Information

When you travel would you travel with the dog? YES / NO

What arrangements would you make for the care of the dog when it is unable to go with you?

Please consider what you would do with your dog if any of the following situations were to happen to you:

1. • Divorce
   

2. • Move
   

3. • New baby in the home
   

4. • Loss of job
   

5. • Serious illness
   

Are you willing to sign a Non-Breeding Agreement? YES / NO

Are you willing to sign a contract authorizing me to seize the dog if you provide me with false information?  YES / NO

Who is the veterinarian that you have or would use?  (Please provide all information) 

     Name    

     Business Name  

     Street Address  

     City   

     State   

     Zip Code   

     Phone Number  

Please list the name, address, and phone number of TWO personal reference (not related) that you have known for at least two (2) years:

    Name     

    Street Address  

    City   

    State   

    Zip Code   

    Phone Number  

Any other comments or conditions to be included in the contract?

I understand that submission of this application does not necessarily mean that I will be approved to get a puppy.  I authorize you to verify any and all information set forth in this application and to contact my personal references.   FRESHWATER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REFUSE ANY APPLICANT.