Rescue Dog Adoption Application

Don't Furry, Be Happy Animal Rescue is a 100% foster-based, non-profit, animal rescue organization dedicated to the rescue and placement of stray, neglected and abused animals. All of our pets are cared for by foster homes, domestically and/or abroad, and receive complete medical care, which includes vaccinations, spaying/neutering and microchipping prior to their adoption.

This questionnaire is designed to help Don't Furry, Be Happy Animal Rescue and yourself determine if a specific dog is the right one for you and your household. All adopting parties are required to complete this form prior to adoption. Don't Furry, Be Happy Animal Rescue reserves the right to deny any adoption based on answers to this questionnaire and/or interviews prior to adoptions!

Please Note: You may not recieve a response if your application was not successful or if the dog is no longer available due to the high volume of applications we recieve daily.

Name of the dog(s) you are interested in:*

Your full name:*

Your age:*

Street Address:*

City*

Province*

Postal Code*

Cell Phone:*

Area CodePhone Number

Home Phone:*

Area CodePhone Number

E-mail:*

A personal reference name and e-mail address:*

A veterinary reference (name of clinic) and telephone number: *

Are all members of your household in agreement with this adoption?*

YesNoDon't Know

Do you live in a*

Do you own or rent?*

OwnRent

If rent, provide name and phone number of landlord:*

Does your landlord allow dogs?*

YesNoN/A

Do you have a fully fenced yard?*

YesNo

Do you have any of the following?

Underground fenceKennelDog Run

How many adults are in your household?*

How many children are in your household?*

If children, what are their ages?*

Have your children been around animals before?*

YesNoN/A

Does anyone in your home have allergies to dogs or have asthma?*

YesNo

List any pets you own or have owned in the past five years, the species of pet, sex, and their ages*

Are your cats/dogs spayed/neutered?*

Are your cats/dogs up to date with their vaccinations? (E.g. FVRCP, DA2PP, Rabies, Bordetella). If yes, please list them. If not, why not? *

Where are these animals now?*

Have you adopted from an animal welfare group before?*

YesNo

Have you ever given up a pet?*

YesNo

If yes, what were the circumstances?*

What type of personality do you want your pet to have? (i.e. calm, energetic, protective, couch-potato, etc.)*

Are you aware that your new dog may need a "safe" place to decompress, adjust, and feel safe when they first arrive in your home? This can sometimes take up to 3 months. Will you agree to allocate a space in the house or a room for them? *

Have you ever house-broken/house-trained a dog or puppy before?*

YesNo

If your new dog has an "accident" in your home, what type of correction do you plan to use?*

How many hours each day will your new pet be home alone?*

Where will your new pet sleep at night?*

How will you supervise your new dog's outdoor activity?*

Where will your new dog stay when nobody is home?*

What length of time will you allow your new dog to adjust to his/her new home?*

Are you willing to work through your new dog's issues, if any?*

YesNo

Are you aware that a new environment is stressful for your new dog, and they may exhibit uncharacteristic behavior?*

YesNo

How will you handle: chewing, digging, jumping, aggression, noise in the house or destructive behaviour if it were to occur? Please give specific answers. *

Do you understand that your new dog can be up to an 18 year commitment, and requires a significant financial commitment?*

YesNo

Do you plan to keep your new dog up-to-date with their vaccines?*

YesNo

Do you plan to enrol in pet insurance?*

YesNoI'd like more info

Do you plan to take obedience classes with your new dog?*

YesNoNot sure

When you go on holidays, what accommodations will be made for your new dog? *

Are you planning to move in the next 90 days?*

YesNoUnsure

Are you aware that a large breed dog takes about two years to mature? Is this something you're prepared for?*

YesNo

What circumstances would lead you to give up your new dog?*

If you had to give up your new dog, what would you do with him/her?*

Please type any other information that you think is relevant to your application here:

Agreement & Signature

Don't Furry, Be Happy Animal Rescue attempts to give an honest evaluation of any cat based on our assessment or that of the source. Should you encounter any behavourial concerns, please contact us so we are able to work together to resolve the issues. All dogs are non-transferable.

All applications are evaluated without bias. We evaluate based on the needs of the dog. Applications are not a guarantee of acceptance. Any falsehoods will lead to an automatic disqualification. Thank you for opening your hearts and home to one (or two!) of our amazing adoptables!

We appreciate your application and ask for your patience as we work through the applications.

You can contact us at dontfurrybehappy@gmail.com for updates.

Please notify us if you adopt/foster elsewhere if your application is in progress.

I understand that if my application is approved, I will be contacted by TEXT OR WHATSAPP to schedule a telephone interview and home tour (virtually) prior to being approved as an adopter.

I understand and agree that if I am provided a dog(s), I will never sell or breed any dog(s) provided by Don't Furry, Be Happy Animal Rescue, also stated in the adoption contract.

By submitting this application, I am aware that Don't Furry, Be Happy Animal Rescue may contact my character referees and the veterinarian I listed in this application.

I understand that I assume full responsibility for the welfare of this pet from the date of adoption. By submitting this application, I affirm that what I have submitted is truthful, correct, and complete. I also understand and agree to the policy as outlined in this document.

Signature*

Don't Furry, Be Happy Animal Rescue

Applicant Information

Household Information

Current/Previous Pet Information

New Pet Information