Pet Adoption Application

ADOPTION APPLICATION FORM

Name of Pet You Wish to Adopt

Perspective Pet Parent

First NameLast Name

Perspective Co-Parent

First NameLast Name

Date of Birth (You must be 21 yrs of age to apply)

Primary OwnerSecondary Owner

Email Address (primary applicant)

example@example.com

Email Address (co-parent)

example@example.com

Cell Phone

Area CodePhone Number

Alternative Phone

Area CodePhone Number

Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Occupation

Are there children in the home? (If yes, please list ages)

Are all of your family members in favor of adopting a rescue dog?

Do you live in a

Do you have a yard?

If "Yes" to the above, is it fenced? please describe

Do you own or rent your home?

If renting, does your lease/landlord allow pets?

Are there any breed or weight restrictions?

If renting, is a pet deposit required?

Amount of pet deposit and has it been paid?

Landlord/Apt. Complex Name

Landlord/Apt. Complex Phone #

Have you owned a rescued animal before and if so, please provide name of rescue group or shelter

Are you willing to work with potential adaptation issues between your existing dog(s) and the newcomer?

How do you plan on solving initial dog disagreements and how much time are you willing to give the dogs to find their balance?

How long have you been looking for a new puppy/dog?

Are you currently considering any other puppies/dogs with another rescue, shelter or other organization?

If you were approved to adopt this puppy/dog, how soon would you be able to schedule a meet and greet (via FaceTime or in person) and take the animal home?

Please list all pets currently owned or previously owned within the last 3 years.

Name of Previous/Current Veterinarian (please contact vet to give authorization for our rescue to verify animal records)

Previous/Current Veterinarian Phone

Area CodePhone Number

Do you consent to OPP contacting your veterinarian for a reference?

Is your current dog(s) or was your previous dog(s) on heartworm prevention ?

What type?

Please list any pets not listed above that you have had in the last 5 years and indicate what happened to them and where they are currently.

Have you ever rehomed or given up a pet ?

If the answer to the previous question is yes ,please explain.

What conditions or circumstances would cause you to rehome a pet in the future?

If you move houses, cities or countries in the future, what will happen to your pet(s)?

How would you describe your own and your family's energy level?

What qualities in a puppy/dog are the most important to you?

What type of personality do you want your pet to have?

What traits/qualities are you sure that you do NOT want? (please be specific in regards to size, age, activity level, coat, etc)

Will the dog have access to the whole house?

Where will your new friend sleep at night?

Where will your new friend stay when nobody is home?

How many hours per day would the pet be alone?

Why do you want to adopt a rescue dog from Our Pet Project?

Being that the dog to be adopted is a rescue dog, are you aware that it may have some behavioral problems?

Are you aware that the dog/puppy is NOT likely to be properly housetrained?

If your dog is not housetrained, please describe the method you intend to use?

Will you crate your pet?

If you have to leave town for an emergency or to travel, where would your pet stay?

How would you deal with behavioral issues such as barking, chewing, destructive behavior, bathroom accidents indoors, unruly leash behaviors in your pet?

We recommend that you take your new dog to obedience training, especially if you are a first-time dog owner. How much would you be willing to include in your budget for a puppy/beginner training class?

Do you understand that puppies go through a chewing stage?

Do you understand that some adult dogs, if left alone and become bored, can become destructive and chew and/or destroy furniture, plants, clothing, shoes, etc?

Do you agree to the importance of providing plenty of toys and dog chews and secure/protect your household items, clothing, electrical cords, plants, etc?

Please tell us what you know about the importance of heartworm prevention

What costs do you expect to incur in owning this pet?

Dogs often live 10+ years. Are you prepared to make this commitment?

Would you agree to a home check visit in order for your application to be approved?

Do you give us permission to send you messages via text? By stating yes, you understand that you have voluntarily given us permission to add your phone number to our texting mailing list and that you can opt out at anytime simply by responding the word "STOP".

How did you hear about us?

I hereby certify that the above information is true and correct. I understand that false information may result in nullifying this adoption. I also understand that I will assume full responsibility for the welfare of the pet from the date of adoption. By clicking the submit button, I agree to the Our Pet Project, Inc. adoption process and I may undergo a homecheck and if applicable, a veterinarian check. By clicking the submit button, I verify all of the above information is true and accurate.

Signature of Potential Pet Parent