PUPPY APPLICATION 2019
The Application Process will consist of this application, a phone or Skype interview, Home check and/or video walkthrough. In-person visits can be scheduled if you live close enough to meet the dogs. ALL Puppy Applicants MUST Have Northern Breed, German Shepherd Dog, Wolf Lookalike Breed(s), Wolfdog, or Primitive Breed experience. Be able to pick up their puppy in person. NO EXCEPTIONS. NO SHIPPING. We are in Marquette County, Michigan. Consent to a home check by me or a trusted individual, or video submission. Have written consent from landlord or proof of ownership of home. Have a fenced yard with containment being at least 6ft in height. Be willing to administer heartworm and flea and tick preventatives monthly. Be willing to take the puppy to training classes, activity in open breed dog sports is encouraged. Be willing to discuss training, behavior, and socialization with me, and agree to use Positive Reinforcement, Force Free methods ONLY with their puppies for the lifetime of their puppy. Be willing to provide detailed updates on the growth, temperament, and achievements of their puppy throughout the lifetime of their puppy Be willing to sign a ownership contract Co-owners of Potential Breeding puppies must understand that, upon completion of health, temperament, and conformation evaluations, their mature bitch may be required to travel back to me (at MY expense) for breeding use within my kennel's program, and mature dogs may be required to have bitch owners visit their house for stud services.
Applicants Name(s): Date of Birth: / / Marital Status: Street: City: State: Zip: Email: Phone # s: Facebook: Instagram: Household: 1) age 2) age 3) age 4) age 5) age 6) age Pets: # Cats # Dogs # Other Specify what other types:
Dog(s): Name: Breed: Sex: Age: Neutered/Spayed: Name: Breed: Sex: Age: Neutered/Spayed: Name: Breed: Sex: Age: Neutered/Spayed: Name: Breed: Sex: Age: Neutered/Spayed: Name: Breed: Sex: Age: Neutered/Spayed: Veterinary Info: Vets Name: Vets Address: Vets Phone Number:
Background Information: How did you find out about the Tamaskan? Why do you think the Tamaskan Dog is the right breed for you and your life style? Please explain briefly your experience with dogs:
Have you given/surrendered a dog to a shelter, rescue, other person, animal control? If yes please explain? Do you own or have you ever owned a Tamaskan? Explain? Have you ever bred a litter of puppies? Explain? Are you a breeder? Explain? Do you have experience owning, raising, training, arctic breeds, shepherds, wolfdogs? If you are unable to keep your Tamaskan would you return the dog to us at your expense for rehoming? Living Situation: Do you own or rent?
Fenced yard dimensions: Fence construction type: Dogs Life: Where will your dog spend the majority of his/her time? How long will your dog be left alone each day? How long will your dog be confined in a crate or separate room each day? If you are gone more than eight hours will you enroll dog in daycare or have someone come let them out or walk them during the day? What is your planned routine with this puppy?
At night where will your dog sleep? Explain? What do you plan to feed your dog? Explain? Will you be cutting your dogs nails or having it done be groomer or vet every month? How often will you bath them? Planned Activities: Will you enroll your puppy in basic puppy classes? What activities do you want to or plan to do with your dog (Check all that apply): o Service Dog o Emotional Support o Therapy Work o Conformation Showing o Agility o Rally o Scent Work o Search and Rescue o Barn Hunt o Lure Coursing o Canine Cross o Bikejoring o Skijoring o Scootering o Dog Sledding o Hiking o Camping o Traveling o Walks o Dog Park o Dog Daycare o Film/TV Work o Photography o Other
Tamaskan Community Are you part of any Tamaskan groups or forums online? Explain? Are you willing to become part of the community by adopting a puppy from us? (Tamaskan Meet Ups) Finances Employment o Full Time o Part Time o From Home o Other Are you aware of the cost of taking on puppy? (Vaccine, Monthly Parasite Prevention, Food, Treats, Toys, Training, Crates, Beds, Vet Bills) Puppy Preferences When would the best time for you to get a puppy?
Would you prefer a female or male puppy? Why? Which coat color do you prefer? (Check all that apply): o Red Grey o Wolf Grey o Black Grey o Colors not accepted in the standard (White, Liver, Sable ect) Are you interested in pet quality or breeding quality puppy? o Pet Quality o Breeding Quality If you are interested in a pet quality puppy will you be willing to sign a contract agreeing to spay/neuter no earlier than 18 months of age? Exception would be to find a vet to do a ovarian saving spay or vasectomy so dog can keep important sex hormones but prevents the ability procreate. If you are interested in a breeding quality female will you be willing to sign a contract agreeing to follow not only agreeing to the TDR rules and regulations as well as a stricter set of rules set forth by me. If you are interested in a breeding quality male will you be willing to sign a contract agreeing to follow not only agreeing to the TDR rules and regulations as well as a stricter set of rules set forth by me.
Temperament Preferences Please check all that apply: o Active and Energetic o Calm and Laid Back o Food Motivated o Toy Motivated o Confident o Outgoing o Social o Reserved o Quiet o Soft Headed o Hard Headed o Will to Please o Submissive o Dominant o Independent o Clingy o Other What are you primary looking for in your dog? Finally Will you provide pictures of household members Will you provide pictures of your house Will you provide pictures of your back yard Will you provide pictures of other pets Proof of home ownership or rental agreement with landlord contact information
Please provide three references and their contact information: Full Name: Contact: Relationship: Full Name: Contact: Relationship: Full Name: Contact: Relationship: Any other questions concerns: Signature: Name: Date: