Questionnaire

How did you learn about us? 

Why have you decided to buy a Beagle? 

What breeds of dogs have you owned in the past? 

Have you ever raised a litter of puppies? What breed? 

Will this be your family's first dog? 

Do you currently own any other pets?
Dog? Age?
Breed:
Other pets? What Types? 

Have you ever had a dog that died or had a significant health issue? Please elaborate.

 
Have you ever taken an animal to a shelter or humane society or given a dog up to rescue? Please provide the details. 

Have you ever given a dog away? Please tell us details. 

What did you like most about your pet? Least? 

 

What would you like to make sure you have in your Beagle for traits? What do you wish NOT to have. 

Do you prefer a male or a female? Why? 

Are you looking for a young puppy or an older dog? 

If the sex you prefer is not available, will you accept a puppy of the opposite sex? 

 

What is your preferred color?

Have you ever used a crate for training? 

What is the most important reason(s) for purchasing a Beagle (please check all that apply): 

family companion_______ show dog_____ breeding _______ obedience
competition____agility/flyball competition____pet therapy_____ a dog for the kids _____
other____________(specify please) 

Are the other members of your family onboard with this puppy purchase?

 
Do any members of your family have any types of allergies to dogs? 

Are you looking for a dog as a gift for someone else? 

Describe your family? Something of your lifestyle? 

Who will take care of your puppy/dog when you go away on vacation? 

If you don't currently have children, are you planning to start a family in the future? 

Do you live in a house/Apt.? If you rent have you checked with your landlord about getting a dog? 

Is your yard completely fenced with secure fencing? 

If not, would you be willing to do so before bringing home a new puppy/dog or build a secure kennel run for the puppy/dog to be in when not being safely supervised for its safety? 

How do you plan to keep your puppy safe? 

Do you have a swimming pool? Is it fenced?

How will you be housing your Beagle? 

Are you looking for an "outdoor" dog, or one that will live inside the house much of the time? 

 

Where would the puppy or dog be housed during the day if no one is home? 

Will you be willing to go to obedience classes? Puppy Kindergarten? 

Where will the puppy sleep at night? 

How long will the puppy be alone the first weeks with you? 

Do you work full time? Can someone let the baby out for play at intervals? 

Have you completed any UKC/AKC titles on other dogs? If so please describe. 

Are you planning on taking this puppy to obedience classes so he will become a
treasured companion and a canine good citizen? 

What training facility do you plan on using? 

Do you have a veterinarian? 

What is the name of the veterinarian and clinic you will be using for the puppy? 

Have you used this vet before? 

May we contact them for a reference?

Please tell us a little bit about what you are looking for in a Beagle and what type of activities you would likely be pursuing (such as a couch potato, jogging companion, a buddy for the kids, etc). 

 

 

When this puppy is purchased as a family companion and is not going to be bred, do you agree to have it spayed or neutered at an age appropriate for the puppy's development and health? (We no longer support spay/neuter before 12 months due to health issues. Ask us for the veterinary studies that outline the health risks.) 

 

Show Puppies:

If you are interested in a show puppy, are there references you would like to list? i.e.: Breeders, trainers, handlers vets etc. 

Do you have any experience showing dogs? If yes, please elaborate.

 

If you have bought other show puppies please list from whom they were purchased. 

If this is a show pup, will you being showing yourself or hiring someone to show for you?

EVERYTHING ELSE!!! This is the place where you can tell me everything else you would like to, and ask us questions!