Thanks for all the help. Although I didn't post the thread, I used the answers to compile my application form. Here it is:
Basic Information:
First Name:
Middle Name:
Last Name:
What is your age:
Address Line 1:
Address Line 2:
City:
Province:
Postal Code:
Daytime Phone:
Cellphone:
Email Address:
Gender of Puppy Wanted:
How did you hear about our breeding program?
Caretaker and Family Information:
Name and Ages of Other Family Members:
Are ALL members of the family ready for a new dog?
If you have children, are they properly educated on how to handle small dogs?
What are the ages of children in your home?
Do you allow your children to play with your dogs unsupervised?
Who will be the primary caretaker for the new puppy?
What is your working situation:
Do you and/or your spouse work full-time?
How much time each day do you expect your new Yorkie to be at home alone:
Do you and your family have an active/outdoorsy or relaxed/leisurely lifestyle?
Would you describe your family's household as active/busy or quiet/relaxed?
Residential Situation:
Do you live in an apartment or house?
Do you have a garden?
What is the size of your garden?
If you are renting, does your current lease allow you to have pets?
Where will the new puppy sleep?
Where do you plan to keep the puppy when you are unable to supervise?
Are you planning to use an expen (highly recommended) or a crate to provide the puppy with a place to stay?
Current and Future Pet Situation:
Are there other Animals in your Home?
Breeds, genders and ages of other dogs in the Home:
Have you ever had a Yorkie before? If yes, please elaborate...
What other breeds have you owned?
Where do you plan for your new Yorkie to go potty (puppy pad, outside or both)?
Do you currently have a regular veterinarian? If so, please provide your vet's contact information?
Why do you want a dog?
Why have you decided that the Yorkshire Terrier is the breed you wish to own?
Have you ever had to rehome a pet and why?
Have you ever had to euthanize a puppy or dog other than from old age?
Future Yorkie Care:
Do you have any intentions of breeding this dog?
Do you plan to spay or neuter your new puppy?
Have you educated yourself on the pros and cons of altering your dog?
Are you able to afford veterinary bills if an emergency arises?
Will you continue to feed your puppy a home cooked diet?
If not, what are you planning to feed your new yorkie?
Do you understand that a puppy is a lifetime commitment?
Do you understand that Yorkies needs to receive a daily brushing as well as a weekly bath and trim?
Do you plan on grooming your yorkie yourself or will you make use of a grooming service?
What will you do with your dog when you go on holiday?
Have you educated yourself on how to care for Yorkies?
Do you understand that Yorkies need a lot of training to become good doggie citizens?
Do you understand that Yorkies are terriers and therefore very active little dogs?
By applying to receive a puppy from us, you are subject to a home visit and interview by the breeder in order to verify that your home is suitable for a Yorkie puppy. We offer a genetic health guarantee for all our puppies up to the age of 4 months.
You will be able to pick up your puppy after they have reached 8 weeks. The puppy will have received their first vaccinations, deworming and a health check. You will receive a free puppy pack with loads of goodies to get you and your new best friend started. I also include an information booklet that is geared towards caring properly for you new Yorkshire Terrier.
We hope to be part of your family's life for the duration of the puppy's lifetime. We are always open to questions - no matter how silly. We would also love to see photos of your puppy as it grows. We also aim to educate new Yorkie owners so as to ensure that your puppy will have a long and healthy life.
I know it is long, but I would really like to hear what you think of it...
