{"id":391,"date":"2015-01-24T15:40:07","date_gmt":"2015-01-24T15:40:07","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.northernsalukiclub.co.uk\/wordpress\/?page_id=391"},"modified":"2015-01-24T15:40:07","modified_gmt":"2015-01-24T15:40:07","slug":"the-fit-for-purpose-owner-of-salukis-quiz","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.northernsalukiclub.co.uk\/wordpress\/?page_id=391","title":{"rendered":"The ‘Fit for Purpose’ Owner of Salukis Quiz"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Fit for Purpose Saluki Owner<\/span><\/p>\n

Take Coco\u2019s Quiz and discover if you are a \u2018Fit for Purpose\u2019 Owner of saluki(s)<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

1\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Accommodation<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

What living arrangements do you offer your salukis?<\/span><\/p>\n

a)\u00a0\u00a0 A country estate with at least 10 acres<\/span><\/p>\n

b)\u00a0 A comfortable house, paddock and garden
\n<\/span><\/p>\n

c)\u00a0\u00a0 A house, garden and access to rented fields<\/span><\/p>\n

d)\u00a0\u00a0 A house and garden<\/span><\/p>\n

e)\u00a0\u00a0 None of the above. The salukis ate me out of house and home.<\/span><\/p>\n

2\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Food<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/strong>What quality of food do you offer your salukis?<\/span><\/p>\n

a)\u00a0\u00a0 Freshly cooked venison, chicken on silver platters<\/span><\/p>\n

b)\u00a0\u00a0 Raw meat diet<\/span><\/p>\n

c)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Mixed cooked meat and complete dried food diet<\/span><\/p>\n

d)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Scraps diet<\/span><\/p>\n

e)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 None of the above, I shove the salukis outside at 7am and tell them to forage for themselves and not come back without my dinner. (NB.This answer is only remotely acceptable if you answered \u2018a\u2019 to question 1 above)<\/span><\/p>\n

3\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Finances<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

How would you describe your financial circumstances?<\/span><\/p>\n

a)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 I have cash to spare (you are clearly not spending enough on your salukis).<\/span><\/p>\n

b)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 I have enough cash to continue to keep several salukis in the manner to which they have become accustomed
\n<\/span><\/p>\n

c)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 I have enough cash to keep one saluki quite comfortable<\/span><\/p>\n

d)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 I don\u2019t know where the next show entry fee is coming from
\n<\/span><\/p>\n

e)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0None of the above. I gave up paid work to become a full time carer for the salukis<\/span><\/p>\n

4\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Healthcare<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

What provision have you made to ensure your saluki\u2019s good health?<\/span><\/p>\n

a)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 No insurance required, I am a vet (and also answered \u2018a\u2019 to question 3)<\/span><\/p>\n

b)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The vet has become a personal friend and is on speed dial<\/span><\/p>\n

c)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Platinum insurance (experience has taught you that silver is never enough)<\/span><\/p>\n

d)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Silver or gold insurance (sucker)<\/span><\/p>\n

e)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 None of the above, the insurance company sacked me.<\/span><\/p>\n

5\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hygiene and Grooming<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

What measures do you take to ensure your saluki always looks beautiful?<\/span><\/p>\n

a)\u00a0\u00a0 My salukis are brushed and combed on a daily basis, their nails are trimmed regularly and they visit their favourite spa once a month for professional grooming. The house staff provide bejewelled snoods to protect their beautiful fringed ears from the delectable titbits served on silken cushions. Sofa and bed covers are changed and laundered daily to ensure no saluki ever feels less than pristine. The garden staff ensure all mud is removed from the grounds before any saluki sets paw outside.<\/span><\/p>\n

b)\u00a0\u00a0 My salukis are brushed and combed weekly and showered as required to keep them sweet smelling. Muddied floors are mopped hourly by the member of the serving staff who has had the mop surgically attached to her arm for the duration of the rainy season (roughly September to August).<\/span><\/p>\n

c)\u00a0\u00a0 My salukis have a shower and brush up before a show. I manage to trim just one nail per saluki before they realise what I am doing and race away.<\/span><\/p>\n

d)\u00a0\u00a0 I don\u2019t always shout at my salukis when they rid their paws of mud by jumping directly from door to sofa, missing out the specially purchased mud absorbing magic mats.<\/span><\/p>\n

e)\u00a0\u00a0 None of the above. I like shaggy dogs who resemble \u2018What-a-mess\u2019.<\/span><\/p>\n

6\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Security<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

How do you keep your salukis safe and secure?<\/span><\/p>\n

a)\u00a0\u00a0 The moat and drawbridge keep undesirables out and salukis in<\/span><\/p>\n

b)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 I have an eight foot stone wall around my entire estate<\/span><\/p>\n

c)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 My paddock and garden have 6 foot fencing and all garden gates are locked<\/span><\/p>\n

d)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Mixture of gates, shrubbery, fencing panels<\/span><\/p>\n

e)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 None of the above, the salukis knocked down the fences and tunnelled under the gates<\/span><\/p>\n

7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Knowledge and Understanding<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

How much do you know about salukis, their needs and history?<\/span><\/p>\n

a)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Everything, I wrote the book \u2018The Complete Saluki\u2019<\/span><\/p>\n

b)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Lots, I wrote the book \u2018Living with Infidels’<\/span><\/p>\n

c)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Some, I read the 2 books mentioned above<\/span><\/p>\n

d)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A little, I read all the Saluki magazines and whatever it says on Facebook<\/span><\/p>\n

e)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 None of the above, my saluki likes to keep me in the dark<\/span><\/p>\n

8\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Training and Education<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

What training do you offer your saluki?<\/span><\/p>\n

a)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 I\u2019ve taught him to read and write and tell jokes<\/span><\/p>\n

b)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 I took him to puppy socialisation classes and on to Good Citizens and Agility Training<\/span><\/p>\n

c)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 I teach him basic good manners at home (no, you must not eat our<\/em> cat) and take him occasionally to RingCraft (aka Line Dancing, thank you Jabari for that never to be forgotten image)<\/span><\/p>\n

d)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hahaha, he is too busy training me to have time to undertake being trained<\/span><\/p>\n

e)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 None of the above. I wouldn\u2019t insult<\/em> my salukis by attempting to train them<\/span><\/p>\n

9\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Entertainment<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

What do you do to keep your salukis entertained and alert?<\/span><\/p>\n

a) I provide them with lots of companions of the same breed with whom they can enjoy choral practice and play tag. I provide smaller canines and other animal species for their added enjoyment. I replace the chewed up toys (soft, not Papillons) on a regular basis, I take them for long interesting walks on a twice daily basis and regularly introduce them to pastures new on holiday.<\/span><\/p>\n

b)\u00a0\u00a0 as above but without the smaller canines or other animal species<\/span><\/p>\n

c)\u00a0\u00a0 as above but without the same breed companions<\/span><\/p>\n

d)\u00a0\u00a0 I let them have control of the remote<\/span><\/p>\n

e)\u00a0\u00a0 None of the above, the saluki ate the remote.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0 10\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Home furnishings<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/strong>Do you let your salukis sleep on your bed?<\/span><\/p>\n

a)\u00a0\u00a0 What do you mean \u2018my bed\u2019? Of course every bed in the house belongs first and foremost to the salukis.<\/span><\/p>\n

b)\u00a0\u00a0 No but they do have first call on the sofas<\/span><\/p>\n

c)\u00a0\u00a0 No, salukis in my household have their own dog beds<\/span><\/p>\n

d)\u00a0\u00a0 No, salukis sleep in crates<\/span><\/p>\n

e)\u00a0\u00a0 None of the above, the salukis ate all the beds<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0 11\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Physical attributes<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Do you have the necessary physical attributes required to care for one or more salukis?<\/span><\/p>\n

a)\u00a0\u00a0 I have X-ray vision enabling me to see any minor physical problems my salukis are experiencing. I have slow motion vision enabling me to see that their movement in the show ring is true, not hackneyed or knitting, and to see that they do indeed hold their topline on the move. I have eyes in the back of my head so I can see trouble coming from behind and take action to avert impending disaster, and I can see squirrels, foxes and cats from afar, before the sighthounds, and take avoiding measures. I have an elastic body and can be pulled in 3 different directions by 3 different salukis without falling over. I never trip over recumbent salukis. (That may be because all sleeping salukis in my house are on the beds not the floor).<\/span><\/p>\n

b)\u00a0\u00a0 I am physically fit, have a good eye for a dog and can see when something is wrong. I have learned to bounce back up when pulled over.<\/span><\/p>\n

c)\u00a0\u00a0 I am making a good recovery from being pulled over when my saluki dragged me after a squirrel I hadn\u2019t noticed.<\/span><\/p>\n

d)\u00a0\u00a0 I am still in plaster.<\/span><\/p>\n

e)\u00a0\u00a0 None of the above. The salukis ate my glasses and now function as \u2018seeing eye\u2019 dogs.<\/span><\/p>\n

12\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Showring and Temperament<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Do you have the correct temperament for showing your Saluki?<\/span><\/p>\n

a)\u00a0\u00a0 Yes, I am a successful breeder of Champions and I know all the judges, so I know that if they don\u2019t give me<\/em> the CC, at best the judge is having an \u2018off\u2019 day and, at worst, they have been nobbled by the competition. My salukis are always the best. I am resilient and always have high expectations.<\/span><\/p>\n

b)\u00a0\u00a0 Yes, I do not breed but I have such a good eye I always get the \u2018pick of the litter\u2019 and train my dogs to perform well in the showring. I too know all the judges so I know that if they don\u2019t give me<\/em> the CC, at best the judge has forgotten his glasses and, at worst, he is judging by the Afghan Hound breed standard. My salukis are always the best. I am resilient and mostly hopeful.<\/span><\/p>\n

c)\u00a0\u00a0 Maybe, I\u2019ve been around a while and my face is getting to look a bit familiar even if not recognised. I\u2019ve had some success, the odd CC or reserve CC and I\u2019ve been under most of the judges by now so I know if my salukis don\u2019t at least get placed it\u2019s because I\u2019m not enough of a \u2018face\u2019 yet, even though my salukis are actually the best. I am usually resilient and quite hopeful.<\/span><\/p>\n

d)\u00a0\u00a0 Probably not. I\u2019ve been around a while but have never even earned a stud book number never mind a reserve CC or CC. I don\u2019t have a face, my salukis, despite obviously being the best, think the show ring is an adventure playground or an opportunity to publicly humiliate me as a reward for any minor slights I may have inadvertently inflicted upon them. I am not resilient, barely hanging in there by the skin of my teeth which usually get kicked in if I am ever foolish enough to allow hope to spring.<\/span><\/p>\n

e)\u00a0\u00a0 None of the above. I have been sacked from the showring for growling at the judge and snapping at the steward. I ran away from the showring and became a gibbering wreck. I hate showing and know the best dogs stay at home with me.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0 13\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Love and Affection<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Which statement below best describes your feelings about your salukis?<\/span><\/p>\n

a)\u00a0\u00a0 Salukis are my life, my joy, my every waking thought and the centre of all my dreams. \u00a0 My only wish is to be a devoted slave to the salukis who grace my home, to keep them safe and healthy and happy.<\/span><\/p>\n

b)\u00a0\u00a0 Salukis are delightful creatures who have given me much pleasure. I love living with them. My wish is to provide them with a secure satisfying and healthy life.<\/span><\/p>\n

c)\u00a0\u00a0 There is but one dog and that is the saluki.<\/span><\/p>\n

d)\u00a0\u00a0 I like most dogs but I love salukis.<\/span><\/p>\n

e)\u00a0\u00a0 None of the above. What??? You don\u2019t even like salukis!!! Then why on earth are you wasting your time on this quiz?\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What your answers show about your \u2018fit for purpose\u2019 ownership of salukis.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Mostly \u2018a\u2019s: Excellent<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Well done. You are obviously \u2018fit for purpose\u2019, well-breeched and have an excellent approach to providing for salukis. You should immediately send me your name and address, mark your mail \u2018for the attention of Coco\u2019, so that I can add you to the list of saluki homes I am considering making my 2nd<\/sup> residence.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Mostly \u2018b\u2019s: Very good<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

I like your attitude to salukis, caring and comfortable, sensible and intelligent. Not too subservient. I can come to terms with that. You too can send me your names and addresses for further consideration.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Mostly \u2018c\u2019s: Average<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

OK, but I fear you may not be up to meeting my needs and providing my creature comforts on a long term basis. Perhaps I\u2019ll visit for the occasional holiday.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Mostly \u2018d\u2019s: Poor<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Oh dear, I\u2019m afraid that if I really wanted to remain a Special Beginner and stay with the Big Toy\/Old Girl I wouldn\u2019t have gone to the trouble of devising this quiz.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Mostly \u2018e\u2019s: Beyond the pale<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

You just aren\u2019t trying, so not worthy.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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