LSPCA Adoption Application

LSPCA Adoption Application

Thank you for your interest in adopting a rescue pet through the Lancaster (South Carolina) SPCA (LSPCA). By choosing to rescue, you save not only the life of the animal you adopt but also the life of the pet who will take his/her place within the rescue. Our goal is to select the best possible applicant for each pet who will provide them the best chance at a long and happy life in one home. We never want our animals to wind up back in a shelter or otherwise abandoned which is why it is our policy to always take back our animals if the need arises. If you are interested in applying to adopt one of our rescue pets, please fill out our online application carefully and completely. Only complete applications will be considered.
*Adoption fees & Requirements:
-Puppies - $200.00 - Includes full veterinary exam, spay/neuter, microchip, deworming, and age-appropriate vaccines.
-Adult Dogs / Seniors - $200.00 - Includes full veterinary exam, heartworm test, geriatric blood work (if needed), spay/neuter, microchip, deworming, rabies vaccine, and appropriate adult boosters.
-Cats & Kittens - $75.00 for one and $50.00 for each additional cat or kitten adopted at the same time - Includes spaying/neutering, age-appropriate vaccines, microchip, and FIV/FeLV screening. Kittens are litter box trained.

Please note the following important information before completing the application:
--For the animal's safety, we require that all puppies & dogs are adopted to homes that have a physical fence in place at the time of the adoption. Apartments, condos and townhomes will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
--A home visit will be conducted by one of our volunteers before an animal is placed in the home.
--We require that animals already residing in the home be up-to-date on all vaccines and spayed/neutered before LSPCA places a new animal in the home.
--We require pets to be adopted to inside homes only.
--For cat adoptions, we have a strict NO DECLAW policy and will not adopt an animal to a home that intends to declaw.
--To be considered as an adopter, you must have the knowledge and consent of your landlord (if renting), allow LSPCA to contact both vet and personal references, consent to a home visit by an LSPCA representative, and be willing and able to spend the time and money necessary to provide training, medical treatment and proper care for an animal.

NOTE: Completing this application does not guarantee the adoption of an LSPCA animal. We reserve the right to refuse adoption for any reason.
Do you understand and agree to the above fees and requirements?*

YesNoOther
Today's Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
How did you learn about the LSPCA?*

Friend/Family/NeighborWebsiteFacebookInstagramTikTokGooglePetfinder.comAdopted from LSPCA in the pastOther
Are you looking to Adopt or Foster a pet?*

AdoptFoster - STOP - this is the adoption application. Please fill our the Foster Application instead: https://www.lancasterspca.net/foster-applicationOther
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
example@example.com
Would you like to be added to our email list to receive our monthly newsletter?*

YesNoI am already on your email list
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Your age*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Employment Status (check all that apply)*

Employed Full TimeEmployed Part TimeI work from homeUnemployedStudentRetiredOther
Employer*
If not employed, type NA
What type of home do you live in?*

Single Family DetachedTownhouseApartmentCondoOther
Are you looking to adopt a dog or cat?*

DogCat
Name of Pet Desired for Adoption*
If you know the name of the pet you'd like to adopt, please enter it here. If you're not sure of the name, enter "Not Sure" but please give us some information as to the type of pet you're looking for (i.e. small dog, big dog, adult dog/cat, puppy, kitten etc.) so we can match you with the most suitable pet for your needs.
If the pet you named is no longer available or is not a good match for your home, would you like to be considered for a different pet?*

YesNoOther
When will you be ready to adopt?*

Within a weekWithin a monthNot ready yet, just researchingOther
Are you in contact with any other rescues or shelters about a specific animal?*

Yes, application is pendingYes, just an email inquiry, no app yetNo, but I am looking at several pets onlineNo, I am only interested in this particular animalOther
Co-Applicant Information

A co-applicant is someone who lives with you and will also be responsible for caring for the pet.
Do you have a co-applicant?*

YesNoOther
Co-Applicant Name*
Co-Applicant Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Relationship to Applicant *
Co-Applicant Age *
Co-Applicant Employer *
Household Information
Number of Adults (including self and roommates)*
Number of Children (under 18) in household*
List the ages of all children living in household *
Do you or any members of your household have allergies specific to animals?*

YesNoOther
If yes, please explain.*
Do you own or rent at your current address?*

OwnRentLive with parents or relativesOther
How long have you owned/rented at your current address?*
Landlord/Property Manager Phone Number (if renting)*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
For dog adoptions only, do you have a fully-fenced yard or area for the dog to run, play and potty safely? We require a physical fence or area for dog & puppy adoptions. We do not consider an invisible fence to be a physical fence. Exceptions may be made on a case by case basis.*

YesNoNAOther
What type of fencing do you have*

Chain linkSplit railWrought ironPrivacy fenceAluminumInvisible fenceOutdoor kennelTie outMy community has a secure dog parkNo FenceOther
Please specify your fence height*
Are there any breed or weight restrictions for pets?*

YesNoNAOther
Does your apartment community have an enclosed dog park*

YesNoNAOther
Is this pet for (check all that apply)*

YourselfYour childrenFamily PetCompanion for pet at homeProtection/guard dogHunting DogOutside DogGift for someoneOther
Pet Information

Tell us about the pets you have now or have had in the past.
Do you have any pets currently?*

YesNoOther
If you have pets, are they current on their vaccines?*

YesNoNA No PetsOther
If you have pets, are they spayed or neutered?*

YesNoNA No PetsOther
If you own any cats, are any of them declawed?*

YesNoNA No CatsNot sureOther

Past Pet information (if no past pets, type NA in the first field)*

Rows	Type of Animal	Name	Breed	Gender	Was this pet Spayed or Neutered?	Where did this pet usually sleep at night?	Time Owned	Where is this pet now?
Pet 1
Pet 2
Pet 3
Pet 4

Have you ever surrendered a pet to a shelter?*

YesNoOther
Have you ever given a pet away?*

YesNoOther
Have you ever euthanized a pet?*

YesNoOther
How do you discipline your pets?*
Have you ever lost a pet due to an accident?*

YesNoOther
If yes, please explain*
If you have copies of your pet's vaccine records, you may upload those below. If you do not have the records, we will be calling your veterinarian(s) for a reference to confirm that your pets are current on their vaccines, dogs are on monthly heartworm prevention and all pets in the home have been spayed/neutered (if they are 6 months+ of age). Some veterinarians require your consent before providing information. We ask that you please call your vet(s) ASAP to give them consent to provide pet information to LSPCA.*

I understand and will call my vet(s) to give consent to provide my pets' health information to LSPCA.NA - I have never had a petI will upload proof of vaccines belowOther
If you have copies of your pet's record showing their current vaccine status, please upload here:

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Your Current Veterinarian's Name*
Who's name (a person's name) are your pets listed under at the vet's office?*
Your name, someone else's name, maiden name, etc?
Your Veterinarian's Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Your Previous/ Alternate Veterinarian's Name (If any)
If your pets have seen another veterinarian at any point in time, please fill in the name of that provider.
Your Previous/ Alternate Veterinarian's Phone Number (If any)
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
What type or flea / tick preventative do you use?*
For dogs - What type or heartworm preventative do you use?*
Type NA if you do not have a dog.
How many hours per day are your pets typically left alone?*
Where will your adopted pet stay when alone?*
Where will your adopted pet sleep at night?*
Who will care for your pet when you are out of town?*
If you are looking to adopt a dog, are there times when he/she might tethered to a tree, pole, dog house or other fixed object?*

YesNoOccasionallyNAOther
My adopted pet will ... Check all that apply*

Be kept inside most of the timeBe kept outside most of the timeBe kept in the garage or outbuilding sometimesBe kept in the garage or outbuilding most of the timeBe kept on a lead line, cable or chain in the yard sometimesBe kept on a lead line, cable or chain in the yard most of the timeBe kept outdoors during the day while we are at workBe outside chained/tethered to a tree, pole or dog house some or most of the timeBe kept inside while we are awayBe kept outside while we are awayBe kept outside in a kennel or enclosure sometimesBe kept outside in a kennel or enclosure most of the timeBe crated when we are not homeHave free reign of the house when we are not homeBe kept outside with a dog house in a fenced areaBe taken to formal obedience classesBe trained by me/usTake frequent car rides with usBe mostly interacting with adultsBe frequently interacting with kids under the age of 8Be mostly interacting with older childrenMust be housebroken prior to adoptionWill be housetrained by usWill be walked occasionallyWill be walked every dayWill be kept on monthly heartworm prevention year-roundWill be kept on flea & tick prevention year-roundBe given to someone else if we feel it's not a good match for usBe turned in to a shelter if we can't keep itBe boarded when we go on vacationStay with family/friend/pet sitter when we go on vacationOther
Under what circumstances would you return a pet to us? Check all that apply.*

Aggressive behaviorBehavioral problemsChild(ren) lost interestDoesn't get along with other animalsHousebreaking issuesMarriage/DivorceToo expensive to feedVeterinary costs too highMoveNew babyNew jobToo time-consumingNone of the aboveOther
Are you willing to pay the costs of caring for your new pet in the event of illness or accident?*

Yes, up to $50Yes, up to $100Yes, up to $250Yes, up to $400Yes, up to $500Yes, up to $1000Yes, up to $2000Yes, up to $5000Yes, I would pay whatever is necessaryNoOther
Are you willing to take the time and expense to work with the pet or hire a trainer for behavioral issues (if such problems arise)?*

YesNoOther
LSPCA policy states that if the adoption does not work out for any reason or you are unable to care for the pet, you agree to return the animal to us.*

I understand and will complyOther
Personal Reference

Preferably someone you know well but is not a family member
Reference Name*
Your relationship to your reference *
Phone Number for your reference*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Email address for your reference*
example@example.com
Please add any comments you may have or information you would like us to consider.
I hereby confirm that the information supplied here is truthful. I understand that Lancaster SPCA may refuse an adoption for any reason or may confiscate an animal at any time if the information given here is deemed incorrect or if the animal is not being cared for properly. I further understand that if I cannot keep this animal for any reason, I will contact Lancaster SPCA and make arrangements to return the animal. By submitting this application, you give Lancaster SPCA the right to do veterinary and personal reference checks.
Please read the above, check this box, sign, and click Submit.

I have read and understand all of the above.
Applicant's Signature
Please email us with any questions: LancasterSPCA2.SC@gmail.com

Lancaster SPCA reserves the right to reject any application based on information obtained during this screening process. Our primary goal is our animals' health, happiness, and safety. We do not discriminate because of sex, age, race, physical disability, religion, ethnicity, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, or place of origin.

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