Cosmos PWDs [Puppy Questionnaire]

Cosmos PWD Puppy Questionnaire

Name:*

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Street or P.O.	City	Province / State	Postal / Zip

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Occupation:

Why do you feel the Portuguese Water Dog is a good choice for your family?

What made you decide to get a dog, particularly a PWD? What have you come to know about the PWD?

Do you know anyone who has a PWD or spent time with one?

What is the makeup of your family or household? Please include ages of children.

Tell us about your home, and the facilities you have to care for a dog. Is your yard fenced?

Where is the dog when you are at work or away from home? What hours are you away from the house on a normal day? Where will the dog sleep?

What are your feelings towards crate training?

What recent/past experience have you had with dogs? Have you ever taken a dog to obedience training? What other pets do you have in your household?

For what purpose are you purchasing a PWD? Check all that apply.

Family pet	Obedience training	Show/breeding
Therapy dog	Agility training	Water work
Other (explain):

What types of activities do you and/or your family enjoy doing?

What puppy classes are available in your area (e.g. socialization)?

How would you deal with your puppy chewing, crying at night, and housebreaking?

Do you have a preference to sex, colour and coat type, please explain why?

What books have you read on puppy training?

How did you find about Portuguese Water Dogs & Cosmos PWDs?

How have you prepared for the financial commitment involved in having a pet other than the original cost of the dog? (veterinarian costs, quality food, regular grooming, equipment, puppy and obedience classes, possible health issues)

What are your plans for required regular grooming requirements for the PWD?

What are your plans for the puppy when on vacation or away for extended periods?