Puppy Questionnaire
Your name
Street adress, city, province/state and postal/zip code
Email adress
Phone number
How did you find us? ( referral, friend, website, etc... )
References ( include 2 references with name, phone number and email )
Have you thoroughly researched the boxer breed?
yes no
What are some of the reference materials you looked into?
Do you or any of your family members have any experience with boxers?
yes no
Are you aware of the enthusiasm and energy level of the boxer?
yes no
Are you aware that the boxer requires lots of attention and family time?
yes no
Are you aware that boxers generally have a high preydrive and may not get on well with small pets?
yes no
Are you aware that socialization is of the utmost importance for the well-being of your puppy?
yes no
Are you aware that socialization aids in the prevention of certain behavior problems?
yes no
Are you aware that positive reinforcement is the best way to educate a puppy?
yes no
Why have you chosen the boxer breed as the best breed for you and what do you like about them?
Are you aware that boxers cannot tolerate very hot or very cold temperatures?
yes no
Are you aware that boxers do shed even though they have a short coat?
yes no
Do you have any children? How many and what are their ages?
Will the children be involved in the care and training of this boxer? Explain:
Are you financially able to care for your boxer and his medical needs for his entire life?
yes no
Do you currently have other pets?
yes no
If yes, describe other pets:
Have you owned other pets in the past which are no longer with you today?
yes no
If so, list past pets owned and what happened to them:
Have you ever euthanized an animal?
yes no
If so, explain the circumstances:
Have you ever surrendered a pet to a rescue, pound, shelter or returned it to its breeder?
yes no
If so, explain the circumstances:
Would you be interested in becoming a member of any of the following clubs? ( check all that apply )
Boxer Club of Canada Canadian Kennel Club not interested Your Local All-Breed Club
Will you be willing to keep in contact with the breeder throughout your boxer's entire life?
yes no
Do you currently have a veterinarian? If so, include name, adress and phone number:
Is anyone in your household allergic to dogs?
yes no
Has anyone in your household ever been charged with animal cruelty?
yes no
Who will be the primary caregiver?
How many hours a day will your puppy be left home alone and where will he be?
If you are at work, what arrangements will you make to let your puppy out during the day?
Where will your boxer stay when you are on vacation?
Where will your boxer sleep at night?
Your puppy will be partly crate and house trained. Will you be continuing with crate training?
yes no
If not, how will you proceed?
Do you understand that the crate is a house training tool and NOT to be overused?
yes no
What types of things will you be doing to socialize your puppy?
If your puppy goes for car rides, how will he be restrained?
What is your idea of discipline?
Do you plan on attending positive reinforcement training classes with your puppy?
Do you own a property or are you renting?
condo complex house in the city house in the country house in the suburbs other renting an appartment
If you are renting, are dogs allowed?
yes no
If renting, provide the name, adress and phone number of your landlord:
Do you have any plans to move? If so when and where?
Do you have fencing? If so, what type, height and material?
If you do not have fencing, how will you provide security for your puppy when it is outside?
Will you be tying your puppy outside?
Are you interested in a male or a female?
either one female male
If your sex of choice is not available would you be willing to take a puppy of the opposite sex?
yes no
What color do you prefer?
any color brindle fawn flashy brindle flashy fawn white
If your choice of color is not available would you be willing to take another color?
yes no
Which of the following best describes what you are looking for in a Boxer:
breeding prospect guard dog obedience or agility prospect other pet/companion show/companion
Do you intend to breed this boxer?
Do you intend to spay/neuter this puppy?
Are you willing to continue feeding this puppy a high quality or holistic food?
If not, what do you intend on feeding this puppy?
Are you willing to follow a MINIMAL vaccination schedule as outlined by the breeder?
Have you ever acquired a boxer from another breeder? If so, provide reference information:
When are you hoping to add a puppy to your home:
no set time right away within 6 months to a year within the next few months
Have you applied for a puppy with another breeder?
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