Cocker Adoption Questionaire (text version)

Cocker Spaniel

The ownership of a Cocker Spaniel, like any pet is a serious responsibility that requires a long term commitment. It is the goal of the Wiggle Butt Express to be sure that this responsibility, as well as the financial and psychological needs of each Cocker be met in its new home. This application has been designed to help prospective Cocker Spaniel adopters address the issues that would directly affect their home and its suitability for a Cocker as well as aiding us in applicant evaluation.
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Name_____________________________________ Date_________________________
Address________________________________________________________________ 
City______________________________________ State__________ Zip__________
Email address__________________________________________________________ 
Home Ph:____________________________ Business Ph:__________________________
Occupation(s)_________________________ Employer____________________________
Occupation(s)_________________________ Employer____________________________ 
Number of Adults in Household___________ Number of Children in Household_________ 
Please list sex and ages of children:
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Who will be responsible for the care and training of the Cocker Spaniel?
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Approximately how long would you expect your Cocker to be alone each day?
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Do you live in a:
[ ] Single family home [ ] Mobile Home [ ] Condominium [ ] Apartment?
If you rent or lease, you must have written permission from your landlord. 
Please list landlord's information: 
Name_______________________________ Phone_____________________________ 
Address________________________________________________________________
City________________________________ State__________________ Zip________
*Note- Living in an apartment or condominium WILL NOT disqualify you for adopting a Cocker Spaniel as long as you are able to exercise your dog regularly and meet the rest of the guidelines satisfactorily.
Is your yard fenced? [ ] Yes [ ] No 
If yes, note the approximate size of the fenced area, and height and type of fencing material.
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If your yard is not fenced, would you consider fencing all or part of it as a condition of adoption?
[ ] Yes [ ] No 
Are you willing and able to modify your daily schedule to accommodate a Cocker Spaniels' needs, such as going outdoors into a fenced area or walking on a leash to perform bodily functions at least four times daily? 
[ ] Yes [ ] No
Are you aware of the importance of keeping a Cocker Spaniel on leash or in a fenced area when it goes outside?
[ ] Yes [ ] No
Cocker Spaniels are primarily house dogs.
They can be kept outdoors for short times in a kennel or dog house with an attached run. They cannot be chained or tied outdoors, nor left outdoors alone for long periods unsupervised.
Do you agree to these conditions? 
[ ] Yes [ ] No 
Is there a local ordinance in your area pertaining to owning/housing an animal (i.e. leash laws, required vaccinations, dog licenses, etc.) 
[ ] Yes [ ] No
Are you willing to keep a collar with a tag bearing your name, address, phone number, etc. on your Cocker at all times? 
[ ] Yes [ ] No 
If for any reason, you are unable to keep your Cocker Spaniel, will you agree to return it to this adoption center?
[ ] Yes [ ] No 
Are you willing and able to accept full care, costs, and necessary burdens and responsibility of owning a pet? 
[ ] Yes [ ] No 
How many dogs have you owned in the past ten years?____________________________ 
Please list each dogs' breed, sex, name and age.
(If you no longer own the dog, please note what became of it)
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What other pets do you have?________________________________________________
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Have you ever bred or raised dogs? [ ] Yes [ ] No
Have you ever owned a Cocker Spaniel? [ ] Yes [ ] No 
Have you ever participated in dog shows? [ ] Yes [ ] No 
Have you ever trained a dog before? [ ] Yes [ ] No 
If yes, what commands were taught?
____________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ 
Are you familiar with crate training? [ ] Yes [ ] No 
If no, would you be willing to learn more about it and consider the use of a crate (portable cage) as a training and transitional aid? 
[ ] Yes [ ] No 
How would you describe your household activity level:
[ ] very quiet [ ] rather easygoing [ ] usually something going on [ ] lots of activity 
Estimate number of times per month that adults visit your home? ____________________ 
Estimate number of times per month that children visit your home? ____________________ 
In addition to a regular life at home, would your Cocker Spaniel:
[ ] Walk routinely with a family member? 
[ ] Compete in obedience trials? 
[ ] Go to obedience classes? 
[ ] Go to your place of business with you? 
[ ] Travel with you? 
[ ] Be a playmate for your children or pets? 
Would you prefer a male or a female Cocker Spaniel? 
[ ] Male [ ] Female [ ] No preference 
What age would you prefer?
[ ]Any [ ] Puppy (under 1 year) [ ] 1-3 years old 
[ ] 4-6 years old [ ] Senior (7+ years old)
What color are you interested in (check as many as you want)
[ ] Any [ ] Buff [ ] Black [ ] Chocolate 
[ ] Black and Tan [ ] Black and White Parti 
[ ] Red and White Parti [ ] Chocolate and White Parti 
[ ] Sable [ ] Tri-color [ ] Chocolate and Tan 
[ ] Black and White
Occasionally, a Cocker Spaniel with special needs (physical restrictions or health problems or an unusual personality or preferences) is available for adoption. Would you be interested in being considered for such a "special" dog?
[ ] Yes [ ] No 
Please add any additional information or thoughts that you feel would help us to understand you and your home as a potential Cocker Spaniel owner. 
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Do you currently have a veterinarian? [ ] Yes [ ] No 
If yes, please list your veterinarian's name, address, and phone number: 
Name____________________________________ Phone__________________________ 
Address_________________________________________________________________
City_____________________________________ State_____________ Zip__________ 
Please list two personal references that you have known for more than two years that are not relatives:
Name____________________________________ Phone__________________________ 
Address_________________________________________________________________ 
City_____________________________________ State_____________ Zip__________ 
Name____________________________________ Phone__________________________ 
Address_________________________________________________________________ 
City_____________________________________ State_____________ Zip__________ 
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Name _____________________________ 
Date ________________________________________ 
Name 


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