* 1. Have you ever owned an Australian Shepherd before? If not what is your experience with Australian Shepherds? If you have not owned an Australian Shepherd previously, have you researched the breed , read any books, before making a decision to purchase one?

2. What specific qualities of an Australian Shepherd are attractive to you... and what do you think their weaknesses are?

* 3. What purpose are you purchasing an Australian Shepherd? Example. Working, Trialing, Show, Companion or Breeding? What sort of activities would you be doing with the dog?

* 4. Describe where you live (and where the dog will live) What type of home or ranch environment would the puppy be living in? Would he/she be indoor, outdoor or both.

* 5. Would you be home with the puppy or do you work full time? Where would the puppy be if you do work? Do you have a fence or a containment area for the dog when you are gone?

* 6. How many people in your home? Do you have children? What ages? Do you currently own any other pets or livestock?

7. Are you currently interested in a specific Aussie we have listed? What sex & color of dog do you prefer?

8. Are you looking for an immediate purchase or something in the near future?

* 9. All our companion puppies are sold on a spay/neuter contract with limited registration with no exceptions. If wanting to purchasing a pup with full registration what would the purpose be? Show, trialing, performance or breeding?

10. If you have any additional information you would like to relate regarding a purchase, please list below.

* 11. Please provide at least one reference up to three who best understand your treatment of animals. Your veterinarian is obviously a good start. Please provide name and phone number of those who we could potentially contact.

* 12. Please provide your physical address.