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Dog Adoption Application

Thank you for your interest in a Happy Tails foster dog. Our process includes this application, an initial meeting and a home visit. The adoption can occur after these steps are complete. Our adoption fee is $300 for puppies and $250 for adults. Click here for a printable PDF version of this application.

Adopter's Name

Email

Street Address

City

State

Zip

Home Phone

Cell Phone

Name of the dog I am interested in adopting

Are you a first-time dog owner?

YesNo

Please tell us why you would like to adopt a dog:

My home has a:

*If your yard is fenced be sure to check for gaps and weaknesses in the fencing before scheduling the home check.

What type of vehicle do you own?

If you have a truck, how will your dog be transported?

If you rent, does your landlord have rules about pet ownership? (Deposit, number of animals, etc?)

YesNo

Landlord's phone number:

I am interested in a dog with:

Short hairMedium hairLong hair

I prefer a:

Neutered maleSpayed female

Approximate age:

I would like my dog as:

A family dogFor adults onlyOne-person dog

I want a dog that is crate trained

YesNo

For how many hours a day would he/she left alone?

During the day while I'm away from the house, I plan to keep my dog:

How many dogs/cats do you currently have?

I am looking for a dog that is:

Do all adults in home know you plan to adopt a dog?

YesNo

Does anyone in your home have allergies to animals?

YesNo

What will happen to this dog if you move unexpectedly?

What will happen to this dog when you go on vacation or in case of an emergency?

What will you feed your new dog?

What kind of behavior do you find unacceptable?

If the dog has problems with behavior what will you do about it?

If you have a cat, does it get along with dogs?

YesNoUnknownNo cat

If you have a dog, does it get along with other dogs?

YesNoUnknownNo other dog

Who will be the dog's primary caregiver?

Under what circumstances would you give up the dog?

Are you prepared to assume the financial responsibility for the dog (food, medical care, annual vaccinations, annual licensing fees, monthly heartworm meds, monthly flea prevention, toys, training)?

YesNo

I have been convicted of or received citations for violation of federal, state, or municipal animal codes:

YesNo

If yes, please explain

Have you ever given a pet away, surrendered it to a shelter or rescue group, returned it to a breeder or sold it?

YesNo

If yes, what were the circumstances?

Have you ever had an animal lost or stolen?

YesNo

Have you ever had to retrieve your animal from a shelter or animal control facility?

YesNo

Are you aware that some dogs require a period of weeks or months to adjust to their new environment, home, family, and/or other pets?

YesNo

Are you willing to allow for this adjustment period?

YesNo

This rescue dog may not be house trained or may have accidents in the transition to a new home. Are you willing to take the time to work with the dog?

YesNo

How would you handle a "potty" accident in the house?

Use positive reinforcement when goes potty outsideSupervise the dog better to prevent accidentsTake dog to designated potty area (outside)Whack them with a newspaper

Stern and loud reprimandsRub their nose in itSmack on rear or noseTake dog outside more often

My current veterinarian's name, hospital and phone number:

How did you hear about us?

By signing this agreement, I agree to allow Happy Tails Pet Sanctuary perform home check. At the home check, the dog I am interested in will come to my home to meet all family members. Also during this time, the Happy Tails volunteer will ensure that my home is safe and secure and meets the needs of the animal.

I understand that by checking this box and typing my name below, I am electronically signing my application.

Name

Date

Thank you for your Interest

Your application has been submitted. A volunteer will get back to you shortly.

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