Adoption Application Form - Dogs

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ BEFORE FILLING OUT APPLICATION,

We proceed with applications for each animal according to what you put on the application. Please write all you feel is important and as complete for each question. 

If you do not hear back from us within 72 hrs this will mean either your application was declined due to not a good match according to your answers or the animal has a meet and greet, or is adopted. 

Due to the daily amount of applications and requests we receive, we can only reply if you are a potential match.  


Please note that you must fill out ALL required fields or your application will not be submitted.  
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Name of dog(s) you’re interested in? *
Where did you hear about or see this animal? *
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If this dog is unavailable would you be interested in another? *
Applicant's Name (First and Last): *
Date of Birth *
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Occupation: *
Address: *
City:
Phone number(s): *
Email Address: *
How many people live in your home? *
Please list the ages of all the people living in the home: *
What kind(s) of pets do you currently have (species, breed, age)?
Are your other pets spayed/neutered? *
If you answered no, please explain why not?
What other pets have you had in the past and what happened to them?
Are all children who live in the home, and frequently visit the home, accustomed to being around animals? Please describe how:
Which option best describes your home environment? *
Do you own or rent your home? *
What is your home type? *
Do you have a securely fenced yard? *
If yes, what is your fence made of and how high is it? *
On a normal work day, how many hours would the dog be home alone? *
Describe how/where the dog will be kept during these times: *
How do you plan on socializing your new pup/dog?
(ie: off leash park, doggy daycare, pack walking with friends, taking to social settings, taking to pet friendly businesses, etc…) 
Please describe in a few sentences why you are looking to adopt a dog at this time: *
Have you ever adopted or rescued an animal before? *
Please state from where:
Do you understand that abandoned and rescue dogs could come from terrible environments and may need extra time and/or training to overcome certain behaviors? *
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Have you crated previous dog/pups and what is your opinion on crating pups/dogs? *
Where would your dog sleep at night? If applicable, where does your current dog(s) sleep at night? *
Would you allow your dog on furniture (i.e. sofa, bed)? *
Have you ever taken canine obedience training classes? *
Will you take your newly adopted pup/dog to obedience classes/personal trainer if needed? Are you willing to put in the time and resources needed to give this pup/dog the best chance possible? *
How long and how often will you walk your dog on an average day? *
What type of behavior would cause you to return your dog to the rescue group (besides aggression to you, your family or another pet in the home)? *
Are you prepared to accept the costs associated with owning a dog (ie. food, vaccinations, vet bills, medications, boarding costs, licence etc)? *
Do you understand that dogs can damage your property? *
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What types of corrective techniques would you use to teach your dog how to behave? *
If your dog was sick and there was a reasonable expectation that with treatment, the dog could live another several years happy and somewhat healthy, considering your current finances, what is the maximum you would spend for that vet bill to save your dog? *
Moving unfortunately is one of the most cited reasons for surrendering a dog. Do you think this could happen to you and if not, why? *
Even though such a dog may not exist please describe your ideal dog (this will help us to more accurately match a dog to you and your family): *
Dogs can live up to 15 years plus. Are you committed to providing a safe, stable, loving home for this dog for all of its natural life? *
Required
Will you ensure this dog receives veterinary care when required? *
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Please type your name below as your signature to certify that this application has been completed fully and honestly *
Electronic signature of applicant
Date *
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Due to the large amount of applications and limited volunteer time, if you do not hear back from a representative from Pound Rescue within 10 days please assume your application has been denied as the animals we have don’t fit your lifestyle at this time.
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