Springhaven Kennels
Jeff & Joanne Givens
27700 Pine Canyon Road
Lake Hughes, CA 93532
Tel: 661-724-1630
In order to be put on our waiting list we require this application be completed and returned. After the application has been approved, a $200 deposit is required to reserve a puppy. Deposits are non-refundable and applied to the purchase price of the puppy.
Name Date
Address
City State/Zip
Telephone E-mail
Why did you decide on a Newfoundland?
Are any family members opposed to adopting a Newfoundland puppy?
Do you have any particular timeframe in mind for adding a puppy to your household?
What age, sex, and color are you interested in?
Please list any dogs or other pets that you currently own. Please include breed, ages, sex, and whether they are spayed or neutered.
Other than any dogs you currently own, have you ever owned a Newf? What happened to it?
Other than any dogs that you currently own, have you ever owned a dog other than a Newf? What happened to it? Be sure to list breed/s.
Did you and/ or your spouse / partner’s family own any dogs when you were children? What breeds?
Have you ever bred a dog/ had a litter of puppies? If yes, when and what breed/s.
Have you ever had to re-home or surrender a dog to a shelter? If so what were the circumstances?
Have you done any research into the Newfoundland breed to see if its temperament, personality and care will fit into your lifestyle?
Can you commit the time to take your dog through basic obedience training?
Do you rent or own your home?
If renting, are you permitted to have pets?
Does your home have one or two stories?
What type of flooring does your home have (i.e. hardwood, tile, carpet etc)?
Is your yard fenced in? If not, are you willing to fence in an adequate exercise and
containment area for the dog?
Do have a pool or Jacuzzi? Would the puppy have free access or is it fenced?
How many people reside in your home? (Please include children’s ages and if you are expecting any additional children in the next year)
What are the occupations of the adults in the household?
Do any family members have allergies to animals?
Who will be the primary caretaker of the dog?
Are you able to commit to the necessary time for weekly grooming and care?
How many hours during the day will the dog be alone?
Where will the dog be kept during the day?
At night?
Will the dog be kept outside or be allowed into the house. If a house pet, how much time will the dog spend in the house (few hours a day vs full time house pet)?
Are you willing to spay/neuter your companion Newf?
Are you interested in conformation showing, breeding, obedience, water work or drafting? If so, which one/s.
Personal Reference (not a relative)
Name
Address
Telephone
Veterinarian Reference
Telephone
I understand and believe that owning a Newfoundland is a commitment for the lifetime of the dog. I certify that the information I have given herein is true and accurate. I am aware that the deposit is non-refundable
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