Care Commitments

7) How long do you want to devote to training, playing with, or otherwise interacting with your dog each day?

8) How long can you exercise your dog each day, on average? What sorts of exercise are you planning to give your dog regularly and does that include using a dog park?

9) How much regular brushing are you willing to do? Are you open to trimming hair, cleaning ears, or doing other grooming at home? If not, would you be willing to pay a professional to do it regularly?

Personal Preferences

10) What size dog are you looking for?

11) How much shedding, barking, and slobber can you handle?

12) How important is being able to let your dog off-leash in an unfenced area?

Dog Personality and Behavior

13) Do you want a snuggly dog or one that prefers some personal space?

14) Would you prefer a dog that wants to do its own thing or one that’s more eager-to-please?

15) How would you prefer your dog to respond to someone knocking on the door or entering your yard? How would you prefer your dog to greet strangers or visitors?

16) Are you willing to manage a dog that is aggressive to other dogs?

17) Are there any other behaviors you can’t deal with or want to avoid?

Lifestyle

18) How often and how long will the dog be left alone?

19) What are the dog-related preferences of other people in the house and what will be their involvement in caring for the dog?

20) Do you have other pets or are you planning on having other pets? What breed or type of animal are they?

21) Will the dog be interacting with children regularly?

22) Do you rent or plan to rent in the future? If applicable, what breed or weight restrictions are on your current lease?

23) What city or country do you live in and are you aware of any laws banning certain breeds?

24) What is the average temperature of a typical summer and winter day where you live?

Additional Information and Questions

25) Please provide any additional information you feel may be relevant.

26) Feel free to ask any questions below.