1. Do you own or have you owned a Dachshund before?If yes, how many and are they still living with you? If they have passed or are no longer with you what is the reason? Did you have a Male or Female? Are they/ were they spayed/neutered or intact? If you have never owned a Dachshund, why do you want one?
2. What research have you done on the Dachshund breed? Books you have read? Are you familiar with the unique personality of dachshunds?
3. Describe your ideal Dachshund (Show/breeding or Pet, size, structure, coat type, color, sex, etc.):
4. What other breeds of dog do you or have you owned?
5. Do you own or rent your home? If you rent, do you have approval from your landlord to own a dog? Does your landlord approve of Dachshunds? If you own, does your homeowner’s insurance and / or you HOA disapprove of or have any problems with Dachshunds?
6. Do you have a fenced dog run or yard? If yes, how tall and what type is the fence or dog run? If no, do you have a pen/yard for the puppy or an area that will be safe for the puppy to relieve itself and play in?
7. How many hours a day (approximately) will the puppy be alone? Where will the puppy be kept when alone?
8. Who will be the primary care giver?
9. The puppy has chewed your favorite pair of shoes, how do you handle the situation?
10. Are there children in the home where the puppy will reside? If so, how many and their ages?
11. Are you aware of the health concerns of the Mini Dachshund breed?
12. Have you ever had to re-home or euthanize a family pet? If so, why?
13. Do you currently have any other pets? If so, how many, ages, gender, breeds, types of other pets(cat, bird, ferret, etc.) in the home now? Are they intact or spayed/neutered? Please include seasonal visitors or students that may bring another animal into the home. Has it been exposed to a dachshund or a small dog?
14. If you live in an area that experiences extreme hot/cold weather, how will you protect your Dachshund under these conditions?
15. Do you have a vet? If yes, please provide name/address/phone#: