PUPPY APPLICATION/ENQUIRY

If you could spend just a few minutes to fill out this form it will make the process of matching the right dog with the right owner a bit easier on all of us. Please fill in as much of the form as you can with as much detail as possible. It is very important for us to find the right homes for our puppies and it is important for you to ensure you have the right dog for you and your family. A mismatch will only result in heartache & upset for you and the dog.

Please click on Submit, at the end, when you have finished.

NAME:

E-MAIL ADDRESS:

HOME ADDRESS:

Do you live: In town, in a detached house In town, in a semi-detached house In town, in a town-house In town, in an apartment In the country, in a detached house In the country, in a semi-detached house In the country, in a mobile home/trailer In the country, in an appartment On a farm/farmette Other (please give details below)

Further details (as necessary):

Do you have a fenced, dog-proof, yard?    Yes        No

Please give details of yard, exercise area or kennel that will be provided for your puppy:

Do you own/have you owned other pets? Yes        No

If so, what kind and how many?

Have you previously owned/do you currently own a Malamute?  Yes        No

If yes, please give details:

If no, what has attracted you to this breed?

Do you currently, or have you previously, own/owned dogs:  Yes    No

If yes, please give details:

What is your current family situation?

Live alone Live with parents Live with partner, no children Live with partner, children all less than 5 years Live with partner, children all less than 12 years Live with partner, children less than 18 years Live with partner, children left home Other (please give details below)

Please give further details or any likely future changes of status:

What is your age? Under 21    21 - 30    31 - 40    41 - 50     50+

Your partner's age (if applicable)?    Under 21    21 - 30    31 - 40    41 - 50     50+

Age of any children/grandchildren living at home and/or who visit regularly (please check all that apply):    < 5 years    6 - 10 years    11 - 16 years    16 - 20 years   

Does anyone in your family suffer from allergies to dogs/dust/dander?    Yes    No

Have you researched the nature & characteristics of the Malamute: Yes   No

If yes, please give details:

What is your main purpose for your Malamute (select all that apply)?

Sledding/skijoring/winter pursuits Companion for walks/hiking/backpacking Obedience/agility Showing/breeding Family pet/companion

Where will your Malamute sleep at night?    Indoors    Outdoors    Not sure

Will there be someone home with your Malamute puppy every day?    Yes    No

Please give further details:

Are you aware of the exercise and grooming requirements of a Malamute?

Yes    No    Not sure

Do you know anybody who would be prepared to give you references that we can contact (Veterinarian, dog trainer, groomer, etc.)?

Yes    No    Don't know

Please give details of any possible referees (including address, e-mail address and/or telephone number):

Would you be prepared to allow us, or a person designated by us, to visit your home prior to purchasing a puppy?    Yes    No

Would you be prepared to come and visit us and our dogs prior to purchasing a puppy?    

Yes    No

What would your preferences be with regard to your puppy (select characteristics as applicable):

Male    Female    Don't mind

Lively    Quiet    Don't mind

Grey    Black/seal    Sable    Red    White    Don't mind

What size do you anticipate your puppy becoming as an adult?

<70lbs    70 - 85lbs    85 - 100lbs    >100lbs

Any other preferences?   

Please note that although preferences can be given, the ideal dog for your situation may not fulfil your preferences in terms of gender, colour, size or "liveliness". For example, generally speaking we will not sell a boisterous, male puppy to a "novice" home nor to one with young children. We cannot guarantee the markings on your dog either, as these are very individual to each dog.

How often do you intend to groom your dog?    Once a day    Once a week    Once a month

How often, and for how long, do you intend to exercise your dog, once fully grown? Please give details, including the type of exercise intended:

How much money are you planning on spending on your puppy or dog per year (including feeding and veterinary expenses)?    < $1000    $1000 - $2000    >$2000

Are you planning on taking the puppy to "puppy socialization classes"?   

Yes    No    Don't know    What are they?/Tell me more

Are you planning on taking your puppy to obedience classes, at an appropriate age?

Yes    No    Don't know    What are they?/Tell me more

Are you planning to show your puppy in conformation, when old enough?

Yes    No    Don't know    What is that?/Tell me more

Is there anything else you want to tell us about yourself, your situation or the Malamute you are looking for?

Would you consider giving a home to an older dog/rescue dog?    Yes    No    Don't know

Have you read the examples of our typical contracts (If not, please take a few minutes to look at them, found by linking through to our upcoming litters page)?    Yes    No