Animal Adoption Application

www.townofstratford.com/animalcontrol

Applications will only be accepted digitally through this online form.

Applications that are not completely filled out will not be processed. Applications will be kept on file for 60 days from date of submission. Please be sure to read the "terms and conditons" in full. Most answers to questions can be found there.

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Adoption Fees (Cash Only - Exact Change)

Dogs $50.00

This entitles the adopter to two free vaccines, fecal testing, heartworm/lyme disease testing, a microchip, martingale collar and leash for dog. In addition, prior to adoption, the new owner must provide a receipt for a dog obedience class lasting a minimum of 6 weeks.

Cats $25.00

This entitles the adopter to two free vaccines, fecal testing, feline leukemia/aids disease, a microchip and safety collar. Additional donations are appreciated to help us continue to provide medical care and enrichment to the cats at the facility.

Kittens (under 1 year) $70.00*

*This entitles the adopter to two free vaccines, a microchip, martingale collar and leash for dog, collar for a cat and a discount off the spay/neuter. All kittens will be dropped off at the veterinarian prior to going home with the new owner. They will receive an exam, initial vaccines, disease testing and spay/neuter if the veterinarian feels the animal is age/size appropriate. The veterinarian will call you when the kitten is ready to be picked up. This could take up to seven days or more. The new owner will be responsible for the balance of the veterinarian invoice. Typically, the balance has been $100.00-200.00.

Date*

MonthDayYear

What is the name of the cat/kitten or type of pet you are applying for?*

Name*

First NameLast Name

Date of Birth (For ID purposes)*

MonthDayYear

Co-Applicant Name

First NameLast Name

Date of Birth (For ID purposes)

MonthDayYear

Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Email*

example@example.com

Phone Number*

Please enter a valid phone number.

How did you hear about Stratford Animal Control?*

Do you own or rent?*

OwnRent

Type of Housing*

How long have you lived there?*

Number of adults in household?*

Relationship to you:

Number of children in household?*

Ages of children?

Is anyone in your house allergic to animals?*

YesNo

How many pets do you currently have?*

How many pets have you had in the past?*

List Current Pets First:

Current or Past Pets

Have you ever given away any pet or relinquished ownership rights to an animal shelter/animal control?*

YesNo

If yes, please explain:

0/100

Under what circumstances would you (or have you) euthanized a pet?*

0/100

Do you have a veterinarian?*

YesNo

Veterinarian Practice Name*

If you do not have a veterinarian, please provide info for the veterinarian that you plan to use.

Veterinarian Name*

If you do not have a veterinarian, please provide info for the veterinarian that you plan to use

Veterinarian Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Veterinarian Phone Number*

If you do not have a veterinarian, please provide info for the veterinarian that you plan to use

What will you feed your new cat/kitten?*

Cat/Kitten Food is not an acceptable answer

How often will you feed your new cat/kitten?*

How much time will you allow your new pet to adjust to your new home?*

Are you able to afford a bill of $1000.00 (or more) for emergency veterinary care?*

YesNo

How much do you expect to spend on maintenance for your pet each year?*

Are you committed to providing a responsible home for your pet's entire life(15+) years?*

YesNo

Who will care for your pet in the event of your death or incapacitation?*

Who will care for your pet in in the case of an emergency?*

Who in the household will be the pets primary caregiver?*

Where will this pet be kept?*

Will you obtain pet health insurance?*

Will this pet go outside?*

YesNo

Do you plan on declawing it?*

YesNo

If this is a small animal (not a cat) how will it be housed? Be very specific.

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Upload a picture of the small animal (not a cat) habitat. If you do not have one yet please upload a picture of the one you plan to purchase.

What would you do if your pet develops a problem with the issues listed below?

Accidents Outside the Box or Marking*

Aggression*

Biting*

Destructiveness*

Food Guarding*

Separation Anxiety*

Scratching Furniture*

Reactivity to Strangers*

Is there anything you would like to add?

0/100

Documents

Please provide your current pet(s) rabies vaccine certificate(s). If you currently own a pet your application will not be processed without it. (Click on "Browse Files" to select files on your device or Drag & Drop)

Documents*

Please provide a copy of your mortgage statement, tax bill, lease or notarized landlord letter(including restrictions) proving that you own the property or you are allowed to have a pet. Condominium owners please provide a copy of your associations pet rules and regulations. In lieu of a mortgage statement, tax bill or landlord letter you may submit an ESA letter. Your application will not be processed without it. (Click on "Browse Files" to select files on your device or Drag & Drop). Please black out your financial or account information.

Documents

Please provide a copy of you current dog(s) license(s). If you own a dog(s) your application will not be processed without it.(Click on "Browse Files" to select files on your device or Drag & Drop)

DO NOT SUBMIT UNLESS YOU HAVE UPLOADED THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS. YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE REVIEWED AND YOU CAN NOT EMAIL THEM LATER. THANK YOU FOR UNDERSTANDING.