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Adoption Aplication
Send your adoption application by filling out the following form
Adoption Aplication
Enter your first name
Enter your last name
Enter you driver's license number
Enter you street address
Enter you: City/State/Zip
Enter you email
Provide two references that are not members of your immediate family
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About Your Home
Do you live in a(n)?
House
Townhouse
Apartment/ Condo
Your home is
Owned, by you or your spouse/life partner
Owned, by someone else within the house
Rented directly from the owner or through a management company
Rented as a part of a group of roommates
If renting, is your name on the lease?
Yes
No
If renting, do you have your landlordʼs permission to have a dog?
Landlord's name and phone
Who shares your household?
Spouse/Life Partner
Boyfriend/Girlfriend
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Are there children in the home?
Yes
No
If your present relationship/ living situation were to change and you were no longer able to care for the dog a new application must be submitted and approved in order to transfer ownership initial
I am a priest
Do you plan to move soon?
Yes
No
Does anyone in your household have an allergy to dogs that you are aware of?
Yes
No
Is someone home during the day?
How many hours will your dog be alone each day?
Where will your dog spend most of his/her day when you are home?
Indoors
Garage
Yard
Enclosed patio
indoor/outdoor
Where will the dog stay when he/she is home alone?
Indoor/outdoor (doggy- door)
Inside only
Where will the dog stay when he/she is home alone?
Run of the house
Crate
Yard
Garaje
Enclosed patio
Inside only
Outside only
Where will the dog sleep at night?
Run of the house
Crate
Yard
Garage
Enclosed patio
Inside only
Outside only
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And your yard
I do not have a yard at this time (skip to the next item)
What outside areas are available to the dog? (check all that apply)
Front yard
Dog house
Back yard
Enclosed patio
Do you have a doggie door?
Yes
No
Is your yard fenced?
Yes
No
Is your yard shared with neighbors?
Yes
No
Have you recently inspected your fences?
Yes
No
If your dog will have free access to a fenced yard, where is it located?
Front yard
Back yard
Side yard
Who has access to your yard? (check all that apply)
Gardner
Housekeeper
Pool man
Delivery
Utility
Neighbor
Postal worker
Are they in good condition with no holes or loose points?
Yes
No
Which of the following is used to secure your gate?
Latch
Padlock
keyed lock
If your gate does not have a lock, are you willing to install one?
Yes
No
Do you trust your workers not to let the dog get out?
Yes
No
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Your Experience with Dogs
How would you describe your dog owning experience?
I have had dogs of my own as an adult
I grew up with dogs or have worked with them but have not had my own as an adult
I have never had one or have limited experience with dogs
Do you currently have pets?
Yes
No
In which of the following situations might you allow your dog off leash?
Public park
Dog park
Beach
Hike
Neighborhood walk
Back yard
Front yard
Pets are an investment of your time and money. Can you afford to provide medical care, grooming, proper diet, shelter, and exercise for your new dog?
Yes
No
Which of the following reasons might force you to give up your dog? (Check all that apply)
Excessive barking/ neighbor complaints
Aggressive on leash
Destructive chewing
Biting/aggression
Digging
Divorce/Separation
Allergies
Shedding/Dirty
Not trainable
Poor Watchdog
Moving/Relocating
House-training problems
Financial problems
Growling/Nipping at guests
Excessive vet bills/chronic illness
Having a baby
Nips or bites children
New spouse/ partner doesnʼt like dogs
Pets arenʼt getting along
None of the above
Share your reasons for wanting a dog? (check all that apply)
Family pet
Gift for someone else
Protection/guard dog
Companion
Childʼs companion
Companion for another pet
Have you or would you be willing to enroll your current dog(s) in obedience classes?
Yes
No
Only if I had problems
What method do you intend to use to housetrain your dog? (check all that apply)
Rub nose in offending spot
Take out every couple of hours
Crate training
Consult professional
What food will you feed the dog? (Specify brand if known)
Dry
Canned
Would you like food recommendations?
Yes. Please
Are you able to make a long-term commitment to care for your pet for its entire life span, which could be as long as 15 years or more?
Yes
No
If you do not currently have a vet, would you like a referral?
Yes. please
Please read and initial each statement below
I understand that a home visit is required prior to final placement
I understand that a home visit does not guarantee placement
I agree to provide my own collar, leash and a personal ID tag at the time of completing the adoption contract
We reserve the right to refuse adoption to any applicant for any reason. This questionnaire becomes part of our contract."
I agree
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