BernEden reg’d

Bernese Mountain Dogs since 2002

Salmon Arm BC

Thank you for your interest in our dogs. If you aresincerelyinterested and ready for aBernEden puppy one day please take a minute to read over this application; fill it out and email it back to us at Once we have your questionnaire we will arrange a time for you to come out and meet us and all the dogs. In the meantime, if you have any questions please feel free to drop us a note.

All informationprovided on this questionnaire is strictly confidential.

NAMES:______

ADDRESS:______CITY:______PROV/STATE: ______

POSTAL CODE: ______PHONE:______

EMAIL:______DATE:______

How did you hear of BernEden? ______

Have you read through our website and did you find it was informative and helpful? ______

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Is the Bernese Mountain Dog the only breed you have looked at?______

If not, what other breed have you looked at?______

How did you find out about the breed?

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What qualities do you like in a Bernese Mountain Dog? ______

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Are you willing to wait for a puppy, and how long?______

Have you previously owned a Berner?______

If yes, who was your breeder?______

Do you presently have other pets at home?______

Have you ever had to re-home a dog? ______

If so, why?

Have you ever had to euthanize a dog? ______

If so, why? ______

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All of our companion puppies are sold on CKC non-breeding contracts and they must be spayed/neutered at 2 years old ______

For optimum health of our puppies, we have some general guidelines for exercise, nutrition, weight management, vet visitsand general care of our puppies. Once we have an opportunity to discuss our philosophy with you, are you prepared to care for your puppy as recommended?

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We require all puppies to have their hips and elbows x-rayed by 2 years old andthose x-rays sent to OFA. Once you receive the results, we require a copy of the certificates. Are you prepared to comply with this request? ____

Once you take home a BernEden puppy, you are part of our extended dog family and as your breeder, we are always available to assist you with any issues, concerns or provide advice regarding the welfare of your puppy. We would like all owners to keep in touch with us and send us updates and progress on their dog throughout the dog’s entire life. Would you be prepared to do this? _____

How many hours a day will the dog be left alone?______

Where will the dog stay when you are not home?______

Where will the dog be when you are home?______

Where will the dog sleep at night?______

Do you have children living at home and what ages? ______

Do you have any elderly people living with you? ______

Where do you live? City__Suburb __Country__ House__Townhouse___Apartment/Condo___

Is your yard securely fenced?______

If no, would you be willing to fence your yard or have a secure run built?______

Are you willing to enroll in puppy socialization and obedience classes?______

What kinds of experiences have you and/or the members of your household had with dogs?

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What activities would you be interested in doing with your dog?______

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Please feel free to include any other information about yourself, family, home, interests and experiences that would help us select the right dog for you. ______

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We would prefer:

male_ female_ doesn’t matter _ larger _smaller _doesn’t mater_ active__ less active__

Are you on any other breeder's waiting list? ______

Thank you for taking the time to fill out the questionnaire. This does not automatically put you on the waiting list so pleasekeep in touch