ETHAP Adoption Application

Thank you for your interest in adopting! Our goal is to place our rescued animals in permanent, loving homes. By completing this form you will assist us in determining if the pet listed below or another best suits you and your lifestyle. Please read our general requirements before submitting an adoption application. Thank you!

Applications must be filled out completely and truthfully. Applications that are not filled out completely will not be processed.
All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
We do not place our pets on a first come, first serve basis, but rather place them in the home that is the best fit for the pet.
All current pet(s) in the home must be up to date on age appropriate vaccinations, and spayed/neutered if 6 months or older. If a pet does not meet these qualifications due to a medical reason please specify.
Please be aware of any rental/HOA/city ordinance restrictions such as breed/weight restrictions, number of pets allowed, etc.

Which pet are you interested in adopting?*

Name of Applicant*

First NameLast Name

Date of Birth*

Date

Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Phone Number*

Please enter a valid phone number.

Email*

example@example.com

What is the best way to contact you?*

Place of employment & length of time employed:*

Type of home you reside in:*

Do you own or rent?*

OwnRent

If you rent or have an HOA, have you received approval of your landlord/HOA to have an animal? By selecting yes, you are acknowledging that you are aware of and in compliance with your rental property's/HOA’s animal policies; including, but not limited to, breed restrictions, weight limits, etc.*

YesNoNot Applicable

If you rent, please include your landlord’s full name and phone number. Please type n/a if not applicable. *

Do you give East Texas Hoof and Paw Animal Rescue permission to contact your landlord? If yes, Please call your landlord to notify we may be contacting him/her.*

YesNoNot Applicable (I do not rent)

How long have you lived at your current residence?*

Do you plan on moving in the next 1-2 years?*

YesNo

If yes, what do you plan on doing with your adopted pet when you move? Please type n/a if not applicable. *

Would you agree to a scheduled in person or virtual home visit by a rescue representative?*

In PersonVirtualEitherNeither

Please list all adult household members including full name, age, and relation to you (applicant):*

How many children are in the home or visit often? Please include ages.*

Are all household members aware and agree to adopting a new pet?*

YesNo

Do any household members, including children, have allergies to pets?*

YesNo

Please list all CURRENT pets in the home and include pet’s name, species, breed, gender, and age. *

Are all current pets in the home up to date on vaccinations?*

YesNoNot Applicable (No current pets)

If no, please explain. Please type n/a if not applicable. *

Are all current pets in the home spayed/neutered?*

YesNoNot Applicable (No current pets)

If no, please explain. Please type n/a if not applicable. *

Do you have a regular veterinarian? If yes, please provide veterinarian name, clinic name, and phone number. If current veterinarian relationship is under 1 year, please also list prior veterinarian information. *

Do you give East Texas Hoof and Paw Animal Rescue permission to contact your current/past veterinarian(s)? If yes, Please call your veterinarian(s) and ask them to authorize the release of information to East Texas Hoof and Paw Animal Rescue.*

YesNoNot Applicable (no current/past pets)

Do you agree to provide regular healthcare for this pet by a licensed veterinarian including monthly preventative and core vaccinations?*

YesNo

Who will primarily be responsible for this pet including medical expenses? If not yourself (applicant) Please list full name of responsible person including phone number and relation to you (applicant) if not already listed above. *

Please list all pets you have had in the past 5 years (not including current pets), including the species, breed, age at passing & circumstances of passing.*

Why do you want to adopt this pet?*

If you chose “other” to question above, please explain.

What traits are you looking for in a pet? Examples: energetic, mellow, quiet, affectionate, cat friendly, dog friendly, kid friendly, protective, cuddler, etc. *

Please list any pet characteristics that would NOT fit in with your family or lifestyle:*

In general, what types of training/disciplines/corrections do you use with a pet? *

Will you be using a crate for the purpose of training and/or containment?*

Do you have a fence?*

YesNo

If yes, how high is your fence and what material is it made of? Please type n/a if not applicable.*

Is the fencing in good repair with no holes or gaps?*

YesNoNot applicable (No fence)

If you do not have a fence, how do you plan to exercise/potty your pet? (Leash walks, Tie Out, Outdoor Kennel, etc.) Please type n/a if not applicable. *

What percentage of time will this pet spend indoors? Outdoors?*

How much time will this pet be alone during the day? *

Where will this pet be kept while you are away from home during the day? (crate, yard, bedroom, garage, etc.) *

Where will this pet be kept when you (applicant) are out of town?*

How do you plan to integrate this pet into your home/family & what do you feel is a reasonable amount of time for the pet to adjust to his/her new home? *

Please provide 2 references NOT related to you and include each references full name, years known, relation to you (applicant), and phone number.*

Do you give East Texas Hoof and Paw Animal Rescue permission to contact these references? If yes, please notify your references that the rescue may be contacting them.*

YesNo

Please include any additional information you would like us to consider when reviewing your application.

Are you interested in any of our other adoptable pets should your choice become unavailable? If yes, please list name(s) or if you prefer a certain breed, age, gender, etc. *

How did you hear about East Texas Hoof and Paw Animal Rescue?*

Please allow 72 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) for us to process your application and get back to you. We use email for initial communication, so please watch for a return email from us and routinely check your junk folder. Once your application is submitted, please email pictures of your home’s main living areas and your yard/fence (if you have a fence) to ethapadoptions@yahoo.com. Thank you for your time and patience.*

I (applicant) have read and acknowledge

By signing this application, you (the applicant) agree that if/when we bring the animal to any meet-and-greet/home visit, East Texas Hoof and Paw Animal Rescue is not liable for any damage or injury, and you (the applicant) assume all risks.

By signing this application, you (the applicant) certifies the information entered on this application is true.

Applicant’s Signature:*

Date*

Date

Thank you for filling out an adoption application with East Texas Hoof and Paw Animal Rescue! Please allow 72 business hours for us to process your application and get back to you. Please send an email to ethapadoptions@yahoo.com if you need assistance or have any questions, thank you!