What breed(s) would suit me?

Breed Recommendation Questionnaire

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   Introduction

1) Will this be your first dog? If not, what experience do you have owning/training dogs?

• my family has had two dogs. I only did indoor training with them

2) Do you have a preference for rescuing a dog vs. going through a reputable breeder?

• i have a preference for reputable breeders

3) Describe your ideal dog.

• moderate-high energy, low shed, small-medium, preferably has a swimming coat but i don't mind too much, not super yappy (I'm fine with some occasional barking, but not constant), not too prone to stubbornness, eager to please, quite smart, versatile

4) What breeds or types of dogs are you interested in and why?

• standard poodles, i love the low shed, versatility and temperament. Boykin spaniels, i love their energy and outdoor pleasure. Mudis, i love everything about them apart from the yapping

5) What sorts of things would you like to train your dog to do?

• agility, swimming and barnhunts

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?

• Yes! I don't have experience

Care Commitments

7) How long do you want to devote to training, playing with, or otherwise interacting with your dog each day?

• I'm happy to play/train until they lose interest or get tired

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?

• probaly 2-3 hours just walking. I have a field not too far from me and parks (the parks typically have alot of dogs but there's quiet parts). There's also some hikes within an hour

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?

• I'm fine with brushing for 30 or so minutes daily. Yes i am

Personal Preferences

10) What size dog are you looking for?

• small to medium. I might be okay with a larger dog if they aren't massive and tick my other boxes.

11) How much shedding, barking, and slobber can you handle?

• i could handle moderate shedding aslong as it isn't year-round. I'm fine with a few daily barks but constant barking would annoy me overtime. I'm okay with a bit of occasional slobber (like while the dog is watching me prepare it's food)

12) How important is being able to let your dog off-leash in an unfenced area?

• i would love to have an off-leash dog, but i don't mind too much if it wouldn't ever be possible.

Dog Personality and Behavior

13) Do you want a snuggly dog or one that prefers some personal space?

• i would like to have some snuggle sessions with my dog

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?

• i would want them to be neutral

16) Are you willing to manage a dog that is aggressive to other dogs?

• yes

17) Are there any other behaviors you can’t deal with or want to avoid?

• i would like to avoid reactivity

Lifestyle

18) How often and how long will the dog be left alone?

• for 30 minutes to an hour sometimes, for over two hours occasionally

19) What are the dog-related preferences of other people in the house and what will be their involvement in caring for the dog?

• low-shed. Hoovering

20) Do you have other pets or are you planning on having other pets? What breed or type of animal are they?

• i have alot of pets but they won't be in contact with the dog

21) Will the dog be interacting with children regularly?

• no i wouldn't let any kids near my dogs

22) Do you rent or plan to rent in the future? If applicable, what breed or weight restrictions are on your current lease?

• no

23) What city or country do you live in and are you aware of any laws banning certain breeds?

• Iceland, yes

24) What is the average temperature of a typical summer and winter day where you live?

• summer maybe 10-13c, winter about 1c

Additional Information and Questions

25) Please provide any additional information you feel may be relevant.

• No additional information.

26) Feel free to ask any questions below

How much do boykin spaniels and Jack russells/fox terriers shed?