adoptions

"Saving One Dog Won't Change The World But Surely, Will
Change The World Of That One Dog" ~Author Unknown

Adoptions
This questionnaire is intended to be a guide to help you think about all the ways a Shih Tzu will impact your life and also determine if a
Shih Tzu is the right breed for you. All of the questions concern various aspects of dog ownership that should be given serious
consideration before deciding to share your life with any dog. All applicants must be 21 years of age or older.


	Name Address City State Zip Home Phone Work Phone Best time to call Email Address How many people currently live at your residence? Ages? What are the ages of the children living with you? If no children, are you planning any? Which of the following best describes your current residence? (Check one) Own If rent please include your landlord/property manager's name and phone number Does anyone smoke in your home? Is your yard, or a portion of your yard, securely fenced? If you do not have access to a fenced area, please explain how you plan to exercise your Shih Tzu and allow it to relieve itself? Male Female No preference Are you willing to accept a dog with special medical needs? Are you willing to take a dog with a history of neglect/abuse who needs extra love and attention? Are you willing to accept a dog with behavior problems who requires special training? Have you previously owned a Shih Tzu? Would you consider a Shih Tzu mix? Would you consider a pair? How long are you willing to wait for a Shih Tzu? What do you like about the breed? What other breeds have you considered? Please describe what you feel are the characteristics of the ideal dog for you and your family. Are you prepared to pay a groomer to groom your Shih Tzu? Or are you prepared to purchase accessories and devote the time to learn to groom your Shih Tzu yourself? Are you prepared to deal with the cost of both routine veterinarian care and other non routine/emergency veterinary care? Approximately how many hours a day will your Shih Tzu be alone? Where will the Shih Tzu sleep at night? Who will have primary responsibility for the care of your Shih Tzu? Who will take care of your Shih Tzu when you travel? CONTINUE TO PAGE 2 - CLICK BELOW

"Saving One Dog Won't Change The World But Surely, Will
Change The World Of That One Dog" ~Author Unknown

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