This information is provided as a courtesy of the Breeder Referral Liaison.
Responsible breeders are always concerned who will take their puppies or older dogs home. Concerns aren't only about potential buyers being able and willing to provide a good, safe and happy home environment, but also about the commitment of the family as a whole. They want to see "their" Finnish Spitz have permanent homes where their health and well-being is a top concern. They also want them to be trained in a healthy manner so they are good canine citizens; as this is the best way to have a happy dog and family.
Following are questions you may be asked:
Have you owned a dog/dogs before.?
If yes, what breed?
What happened to your previous dog/dogs?
Why are you choosing a Finnish Spitz? How familiar are you with this breed?
Do you have a preference of gender?
Do you have a preference for a puppy or will an older dog fit your needs?
Would you consider a rescue?
Have you ever raised a puppy before?
Do you currently have other pets/animals in your home?
If yes, what pets/animals do you have; please include breed, age, gender.
Are other dogs in your home spayed or neutered?
Do you have a regular Veterinarian?
Do you have children in your household?
If yes, what are the ages of the children?
Do you live in a house, mobile home, townhome, condominium or apartments?
Do you own your home are do you rent?
If you rent, do you have the landlords permission to have a dog?
Do you have a fenced yard? Does it completely enclose a yard for a dog?
Will anyone be home with this puppy/dog during the day?
Where do you plan on your Finnish Spitz staying during the day? … at night?
(house, outdoors, basement, garage, loose in home, crate at night)
Do you have in interest in showing your Finnish Spitz or participating in agility, obedience, rally, or hunting; or are you interested in the dog being a pet?
How many hours a day are you gone from your home?
How many hours a day will the dog spend alone on average?
Who will be the person responsible for primary care of the dog (walks/exercise, feeding, training, discipline)?
Do all family members want to adopt a dog?
Are any family members allergic to dogs? Describe.
What kind of activity will you use to exercise your Finnish Spitz?
How soon are you hoping to get your Finnish Spitz?
How long of a commitment are you willing to make with a dog?