Dog Adoption Application

What dog(s) are you interested in? You may list more than one.

You will be placed in a line based on when your application was received. We work on a first come first served basis and ensure compatability of each dog according to your answers below.

Do you have any experience in the breed(s) of dog(s) you are applying for?

If you're not sure who you're interested in then put "N/A"

Your Name

First NameLast Name

Co-Applicant Name (spouse, significant other, etc..) if any

First NameLast Name

Physical Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Date of Birth

Date

Cell Phone

Area CodePhone Number

Email

Make sure to check your spam or junk folders. We will be emailing you! If we don't receive a response from you within 24 hours, we will move on to the next person in line.

Where did you see the dog(s) up for adoption?

Facebook, Instagram, News, Adoption Events, Other?

Name

First NameLast Name

Cell Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number

Reference #1 Email Address *please be accurate as this is our first point of contact*

example@example.com

Name

First NameLast Name

Cell Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number

Reference #2 Email Address *please be accurate as this is our first point of contact*

example@example.com

Name & phone number of current, or intended, veterinarian/clinic

Are you prepared commit to this dog through the puppy and adolescent stages, even if their behavior becomes more challenging before it improved?

Please explain what you would do if you become frustrated or overwhelmed during this stage. If you applied for an adult dog (over 1yrs old) put N/A.

Please tell us about yourself, living dynamics, and why you are interested in adding a dog to your home.

We want to know our adopters and know what kind of person is adopting our sweet pups!

Do you have children in the home? If yes, how many and what are their ages?

If not applicable, please type N/A.

How many animals have been fully your responsibility to care for, protect, feed, and financially support? Do you feel you are at a good point in your life to take on this responsibility?

Do you:

If you are renting we will require the pet policy or approval from the landlord/lady. If you live in an apartment, please include the name of the apartment complex and list any breed or size restrictions.

Please be prepared to provide the pet policy or landlord/lady approval for our adoption coordinators.

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Please provide any document related to lease agreements, pet policies, and/or landlord/lady approval.

Do you have a fenced in yard? If yes, please describe height and type of fencing.

If not applicable, please type N/A.

How many acres do you have? Some of our dogs are high energy and need the space to be active.

If not applicable, please type N/A.

List all pets that are currently living in your home. Please include species and gender.

Including any livestock, e.g. chickens, ducks, rabbits, goats, etc. Gender not required for livestock.

Are your pets up to date on their vaccinations?

If you currently have dogs/cats, are they spayed or neutered?

If your current pet is not spayed or neutered and/or not up to date on vaccines, please explain why.

If not applicable, please type "N/A"

Have you ever had to relinquish or rehome a pet before?

If yes, please describe the circumstances surrounding the relinquishment/rehoming of your pet as well as a description of the pet.

If not applicable, please type N/A.

On a regular day, how long will your dog be left alone? Please keep in mind small puppies cannot be left alone more than 3-4 hours.

Can you financially support a dog i.e. training for behaviors/manners, medical bills, nutritious food, and emergency needs?

These are all important in order to ensure your dog lives a good quality of life. example: non nutritious food potentially leads to medical costs later.

Have you or anyone in the home ever been questioned or found guilty of animal abuse/neglect or cruelty? If so, please explain.

If no, please type "N/A"

Have you or any member of your household been charged or convicted with a sex crime or domestic violence? If so, please explain.

If no, please type "N/A"

Do you have training experience? (not including potty training) List examples:

If not applicable, please type N/A

Dogs require a lot of love, but most importantly, care. What care do you feel is appropriate to enable your dog to lead a happy, healthy, and safe life?

Lack of physical activity can create a difficult and destructive environment for some dogs. How will you exercise your dog daily to ensure they can exert their excess energy?

What methods do you use or are planning to use for training and consistency of your new pup? (not potty training)

Are you prepared to give your adopted dog the time, patience, consistency, and training necessary to adjust to your home for at least 3 months, even if the transition is more difficult than expected? Please explain how you would help your new dog through the adjustment period.

Please do NOT simply answer "yes." We want to understand what you would realistically do if your new dog struggles during the first few weeks or months.

Imagine that you bring your new dog home and the first few days or weeks don't go as you expected. Your dog is nervous, isn't bonding with you right away, has several accidents in the house, struggles when left alone, has too much energy, or displays a behavior that you did not see in their foster home/at an adoption event.

Please explain the steps that you would take before considering returning the dog.

Which of the following reasons might prompt you to return or rehome your dog?

If you selected any of the return answers above, please explain.

Provide as much detail as possible, if you selected None of the above just put N/A.

If you begin to feel overwhelmed or frustrated after bringing your new dog home, who will you turn to for help?

Please include the people, trainers, or other support systems that you would rely on before you consider returning or rehoming your dog.

Thank you very much for your interest. We cannot guarantee that any of our shelter pets are house-trained and may have accidents while they are getting used to your home and routine. El Paso County Canine Rescue does not place animals on hold for any reason. Your signature confirms that you have read the above information carefully and have filled out this application honestly. You understand that omission of information and/or failure to answer all questions and sign the application can result in this application being declined. Also, if an omission or untruth is discovered after an adoption takes place, you understand that El Paso County Canine Rescue reserves the right to annul the adoption and reclaim the animal. You give El Paso County Canine Rescue permission to fully investigate the information provided as well as contact references, veterinarians and related officials. In addition, you understand the adoption decision is dependent on many factors including being first come. You understand that El Paso County Canine Rescue will select the most appropriate applicant based on the best match for the animal. El Paso County Canine Rescue does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, height, weight, physical or mental ability, veteran status, and marital status. You agree that the decision that has been made is in the animal’s best interest and you will not dispute the selection process. Our selections are made on the best applicant for each animal.

By signing below, I certify that these answers are true and accurate:

Adopter's Signature

Adoption Application

Personal Information

Personal and Veterinary References

Reference #1

Reference #2

Current or Intended Veterinarian

All about you!

Training a rescue dog

The 3-3-3 Rule & Adjusting to Your New Dog

Returning/Rehoming Questions

Thanks for your interest in our wonderful pups! We hope that we can help you find your perfect FURever friend! Our Adoption Coordinators will be in touch with you and your references, VIA EMAIL, within 24 hours of submission (outside of adoption events.) Check Your SPAM folder!