APPLICATION FOR ADOPTION
Little Black Dog Rescue IS BASED IN CONNECTICUT

IMPORTANT!!! WE ARE NOT "THE LITTLE BLACK DOG RESCUE GROUP" BASED IN ANNANDALE, VIRGINIA- PLEASE GO TO THEIR WEBSITE AT https://www.thelittleblackdog.org/ IF YOU ARE LOOKING TO APPLY FOR THEIR DOGS

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APPLICATION FEE
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EXAMPLE OF TRANSACTION ID
ENTER APPLICATION FEE RECEIPT / TRANSACTION NUMBER BELOW. DO NOT ENTER YOUR CREDIT CARD NUMBER, THIS FORM CANNOT PROCESS SECURE CREDIT CARD TRANSACTIONS.  ** A $20 application fee is required to be considered. Please pay with Paypal using this link: https://goo.gl/VT1cdP and paste your receipt/ transaction ID below. (Please note: this fee is non-refundable). *
When the transaction is complete, click "Return to Merchant" to return to this form. Please enter the receipt/transaction ID or number below. Only applications with a valid receipt/transaction ID will be accepted. The receipt/transaction ID can also be found in your receipt email from Paypal. DO NOT ENTER YOUR CREDIT CARD INFO HERE.
APPLICATION
Name of Animal(s) you are applying for *
What is the earliest date you will welcome a new dog into your home? *
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Personal Information
Applicant Name *
(First and Last)
Applicant Email *
Applicant DOB *
Applicant Phone *
Co-applicant Name
Co-applicant DOB
Co-applicant Phone
Relationship
Street Address *
Apartment / Suite
City *
State *
Zip Code *
Employer name, address & phone *
Position
Employer name, address & phone
Employer name, address & phone
Position
Explain how you would resolve issues relating to new children and your dog:
How many days a month are you out of town (business or pleasure) - Applicant *
What is your work schedule (applicant and co-applicant)? *
How many days a month are you out of town (business or pleasure) - Co-applicant
Are you currently working with any other rescues to find a dog for adoption? *
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Household Information
Type of dwelling *
Do you own or rent? *
If rent, please provide a copy of your lease or a signed and dated letter from your landlord indicating you can have a dog.  Please email this to apps@lbdrescue.org as soon as possible after submitting your application.  We will not be able to proceed with your application until received. Thank you!
If you are a RENTER please provide landlord name and phone number: *
(Please put N/A if you are not a Renter)
Is your yard fenced? *
If so, how high?
What is your plan if you cannot get home at the usual time?
Does anyone smoke inside the home? *
List all human residents of your household other than applicant and co-applicant:
Enter Name, Age of each household member
What is the children’s experience with dogs? Be specific.
How will you prepare your children for a dog? Be specific.
Has applicant or co-applicant ever applied to another rescue? *
If so, what was the outcome of that application?
Who will be responsible for the dog? *
All dogs adopted from LBDR will be spayed or neutered. Do you have any reservations or questions about that? *
If so, explain
Where will the dog be during the day? Be specific. *
Examples: in a crate, gated area, our bedroom, name of other room, back yard.
Where will the dog sleep at night? Be specific. *
Examples: in a crate, gated area, our bedroom, name of other room.
For how long will the dog/puppy be alone during the day? *
Examples: number of hours / never
What brand of dog food do you feed your dogs? *
Who will care for your dog while you are away? Are you aware of the cost of overnight care? *
How much do you think it will cost to care for your dog each year (food, vet care, license, toys, supplies, *
If you move, what will happen to your dog? *
Do you have plans to move or are you renovating your home in the next 9 months? *
Have you considered the full ramifications of caring for a dog for its entire life- including illness and old age?
Have you considered that having a senior dog may require changes in your life *
including more frequent bathroom times, softer bedding, medication, ramps
Will you make necessary changes willingly? *
Please list all pets of all species that you have owned in the last five years:
Pet #1 - Name, Breed, Sex, Age (now or at death), Spayed/Neutered (Y/N), Present Location
Pet #2- Name, Breed, Sex, Age (now or at death), Spayed/Neutered (Y/N), Present Location
Pet #3- Name, Breed, Sex, Age (now or at death), Spayed/Neutered (Y/N), Present Location
Pet #4- Name, Breed, Sex, Age (now or at death), Spayed/Neutered (Y/N), Present Location
Date of Last Vet Visit
Reason for Vet Visit
If you ever had a pet die at an early age please explain: *
How will you exercise your dog? *
What kind of dog do you want and why? Be as specific as possible *
Applicant- have you ever housetrained a dog? *
If you are applying for a puppy, have you cared for a young puppy before? If yes-from what age? *
Example answer: "Yes, from age 15" / "No, Never cared for a puppy before"
If you are applying for a puppy, do you agree to have the puppy spayed/neutered by LBDR at the appropriate age? If you choose to spay or neuter at another vet, do you agree to provide proof?  You will be financially responsible for that cost. *
Co-applicant- have you ever housetrained a dog?
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If you answered yes, was your experience as an adult or a child?
Do you have a problem with a volunteer visiting your home before you adopt?
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Select all traits your are looking for in a dog: *
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Please list any other qualities you are seeking:
1. Reference #1: Please provide the name and contact information for the first reference (NOT related to you) who does not reside with you: *
First reference: Name / Relationship / Phone & email
2. Reference #2: Please provide the name and contact information for the second reference (NOT related to you) who does not reside with you: *
Second reference: Name / Relationship / Phone & email
Please provide the names and contact information for your veterinarian: *
Training
Training is not an option. It is an obligation. It is not something to be done once the dog starts causing problems, it is how to prevent problems from starting. Teach the dog how to be the dog you want him or her to be.

Do you agree with the above statement, and promise to train your potential foster, foster, or potential dog for adoption? Are you willing to bring in a trainer or attend a training class? *
By checking "Yes" you agree to bring in a trainer or attend a training class.
What other training methods do you agree to implement? *
 Please describe in detail.
Are you familiar with crate training? *
 Please describe in detail.
Signature
I acknowledge that all of the information on this form is true and correct. I understand that any
misrepresentation of fact may result in the removal of the dog from my home by Little Black Dog Rescue.
Applicant’s signature *
Please type your legal name, only
Date *
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Where did you hear about us? *
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