Our goal at Wildwood is to selectively breed for the temperament and character that best suits our lifestyle; friendly, gentle, easy-going and above all -- honest. From the foundation established in our small, and somewhat selective breeding program, our goal remains constant toward producing a healthy, sound, structurally-correct puppy with exceptionally loving and loyal temperament -- that we feel is above and beyond the Golden Retriever Breed Standard. We take pride in our continued success of producing champions for the show ring; as well as those shown to be versatile in obedience and agility trials, in the field -- and, most importantly, as loving family companions. Health clearances through the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA), as well as eye and heart clearances, are standard.
Like each of us, puppies are also unique individuals. Possessing differing attributes and characteristics, they to, have their own unique personalities. Knowing my clientele's interests, likes, dislikes, and lifestyle -- and learning what preferences they're looking for in a Golden, has proven to be successful in placing "just the right puppy" in each home. Additionally, this lends me some assurance that every puppy will be "going home"...only once--and to one that will be enjoyed for many years to come.
Solely to assist in determining the selection of your puppy, please complete this confidential questionnaire. Please feel free to be as candid as possible in you responses; elaborating what your lifestyle entails, your family's interests; activities (or lack there of) and what your wishes are for your newest family member!
Thank you for your interest in Wildwood Golden Retrievers.
Contact Information:
Name
Address
City/Town
State
Zip
Phone Number
E-mail Address
Office Number
Occupation(s)
Please indicate (X) Own Rent
House Townhouse Condo Duplex Apartment
If renting, Do you have your landlord's permission to have a dog over 50 lbs? Yes No
INDIVIDUALS IN THE HOME
Name
Relationship
Age(s) of Children
How did you learn about us?
Best time to contact you is:
May we contact you at work? Yes No
Do ALL members of the family want this dog? Yes No
If no, please explain:
What is your reason for purchasing a Golden Retriever?
Please indicate all that apply:
Personal preferences Purpose (please check all that apply) (please check all that apply)
Size: Small Pet/Family Companion
Medium Performance
Large Agility
Obedience
Field
Tracking
Gender: Male Flyball Female
Breeding Purposes
Show/Conformation Color: Light Medium Dark
(while preferred color is taken Therapy Dog
under consideration, there is no
guarantee that the color
preferred will be available)
Do any family members have allergies to dogs? Yes No
Why do you want to adopt a Golden Retriever?
Will this be your first dog? Yes No
Other breeds of dogs you have owned:
Is this your first Golden Retriever? Yes No
List any other pets you may have:
Cats
Dog(s)
Spayed/Neutered
Age
Breed
Other
Do they get along with other pets? Yes No
Do you have a swimming pool or spa; is it fenced? Yes No
Is your yard? Yes No
Type and height of fence:
Are you willing to install fencing prior to bringing your puppy home? Yes No
Or, install a covered dog run to house,contain,protect your puppy/dog in your absence? Yes No
CARE - TRAINING- EXERCISE
Who will be dog's primary caregiver (if not applicant)?
Is anyone home during the day? Yes No
At Night? Yes No
How much time per day will you be spending with the puppy?
Where will the dog be kept during the day?
at night?
Will your dog have the run of the house, be in blocked off portions of the house, use a crate, be tied outside or live in the yard? Please be specific in your description.
Are you familiar with the use of a dog crate to train and/or confine the dog in your absence? Yes No
Are you willing to crate train? Yes No
If not, why?
Will your dog be allowed on the furniture or bed? Yes No
Goldens require a fair amount of grooming.
Will you groom the dog yourself? Yes No
Use a groomer? Yes No
How do you plan to exercise your puppy/dog?
Will the dog be walked daily? Yes No Exercised in a fenced yard? Yes No
Taken to off-leash parks? Yes No
Be allowed to run free, unsupervised? Yes No
Will you take the puppy to socialization/kindergarten classes? Yes No
If no, why not?
Do you plan to take an obedience course with your dog? Yes No
How many or to what level?
If no, why not?
Have you had a pet die because of age, illness, accident or euthanasia? Yes No
Please explain:
Have you sold, given away, or surrendered a pet to an animal shelter? Yes No
If so, please describe the circumstances:
Please provide name, full address and phone number of your most recent veterinarian.
May we contact your vet?
What gender do you prefer your puppy?
Are you comfortable with spaying or neutering your pet? Yes No
If no, please explain:
Have you ever bred a dog? Yes No
If yes, please give details
Do you have any intentions on breeding this dog? Yes No
What would your reasons be for breeding?
What are the characteristics of your yard or area where the adult dog will live?
What types of activities do you (or members of your family) most enjoy?
How will the puppy, and eventually the adult dog, be included in these activities?
Please add any information about you or your family relative to your interest in acquiring a Golden Retriever.
Thank you for taking the time to fill out this questionnaire to help us in finding the right puppy for you. Please feel free to call or e-mail us if you wish more information or need questions answered. If you would like to come and visit us and our dogs we would be more that happy to set up an appointment for you. Litters are graded at 8 weeks of age to determine pet versus show prospects - no puppy selections will be made prior to this. Application does not guarantee adoption of a dog from Wildwood Golden Retrievers. All deposits are non-refundable.
