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Test for Selecting a New Dog by Rolan Tripp, DVM

 
PriorityBody Preference
 
__Size:I prefer a dog that is: SmallMediumLarge
 
__Coat:I prefer a dog with a
hair coat that is:
ShortMediumLong
 
__Groom- ing:The importance to me of shedding and the "look and feel" of the pet's coat condition:littlemoderatea lot
 
__Age:I prefer a dog that is a:puppyadultsenior
 
__Gender:I prefer that my dog is:intact femalespayed female
intact malespayed male
 
PriorityMind and Personality Preference
 
__People Orientation:I prefer a dog that is: indepen- denta buddy lap dog
 
__Pet-Orientation:I prefer a dog that will regard other household pets as:foesinvisiblefriends
 
__Vocals / Territorial traits:I prefer a dog that barks when he / she hears a noisevery littlemoderatea lot
 
__Activity Level:I prefer a dog that likes to exercisevery little moderatea lot
 
__Playful- ness:I prefer a dog that engages in interactive play with me: very littlemoderatea lot
 
__Excit- ability:I prefer a dog engaged in an activity that displays the following level of enthusiasm:highmediumlow
 
__Training:I'm ready to invest the time and want a dog that can master tricks and commands on this level:basicmediumadvanced
 
__Dogged-ness:I feel I can control and prefer a dog that is: laidbackcompro- misingchal- lenging
 

We offer pre-selection counseling to help determine which type of pet fits your home and lifestyle. We also maintain a list of reputable breeders. Please call and make an appointment with your veterinarian to find out more.

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