**Introduction**
1) Will this be your first dog? If not, what experience do you have owning/training dogs?
*Not first dog, I grew up with an English Cocker Spaniel.
2) Do you have a preference for rescuing a dog vs. going through a [reputable breeder]( http://ownresponsibly.blogspot.com/2011/07/identifying-reputable-breeder.html)?
*I prefer a dog from a breeder.
3) Describe your ideal dog.
*I would like a dog that would pair well with my 2 yo cat in an apartment.
4) What breeds or types of dogs are you interested in and why?
*smaller sized dogs (dachshund, italian greyhound, pug etc…)
5) What sorts of things would you like to train your dog to do?
*basic stuff, sit, place, come. No advanced things.
6) Do you want to compete with your dog in a sport (e.g. agility, obedience, rally) or use your dog for a form of work (e.g. hunting, herding, livestock guarding)? If so, how much experience do you have with this work/sport?
*no
**Care Commitments**
7) How long do you want to devote to training, playing with, or otherwise interacting with your dog each day?
*I’d prefer a lower maintenance dog but I can spend some time every day to train them.
8) How long can you exercise your dog each day, on average? What sorts of exercise are you planning to give your dog regularly and does that include using a dog park?
*half an hour walks 2-3 times a day
9) How much regular brushing are you willing to do? Are you open to trimming hair, cleaning ears, or doing other grooming at home? If not, would you be willing to pay a professional to do it regularly?
*low maintenance regarding grooming
**Personal Preferences**
10) What size dog are you looking for?
*small sized
11) How much shedding, barking, and slobber can you handle?
*low shedding
12) How important is being able to let your dog off-leash in an unfenced area?
*not important
**Dog Personality and Behavior**
13) Do you want a snuggly dog or one that prefers some personal space?
*snuggly
14) Would you prefer a dog that wants to do its own thing or one that’s more eager-to-please?
*eager-to-please
15) How would you prefer your dog to respond to someone knocking on the door or entering your yard? How would you prefer your dog to greet strangers or visitors?
*doesn’t need to be a gu@rd dog
16) Are you willing to manage a dog that is aggressive to other dogs?
*no
17) Are there any other behaviors you can’t deal with or want to avoid?
*need to tolerate my cat
**Lifestyle**
18) How often and how long will the dog be left alone?
*not too often, I work from home
19) What are the dog-related preferences of other people in the house and what will be their involvement in caring for the dog?
*my partner and I would share duties
20) Do you have other pets or are you planning on having other pets? What breed or type of animal are they?
*yes, cat
21) Will the dog be interacting with children regularly?
*probably
22) Do you rent or plan to rent in the future? If applicable, what breed or weight restrictions are on your current lease?
*no, own apartment
23) What city or country do you live in and are you aware of any laws banning certain breeds?
*I am aware, not planing to buy listed breeds
24) What is the average temperature of a typical summer and winter day where you live?
*-5 to 35 Celsius on average
**Additional Information and Questions**
25) Please provide any additional information you feel may be relevant.
*-
26) Feel free to ask any questions below.
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